Most marriages end in divorce due to 'slippage,' where small, unaddressed issues accumulate over time, leading to significant relationship deterioration.
The core message is that the hard thing to do and the right thing to do are usually the same. People should focus on acknowledging and addressing issues promptly rather than avoiding them.
Sexton chose to write his thesis on death because he grew up in an environment where death was a constant presence due to his mother's rare cancer. This experience made him familiar with the concept of mortality and its inevitability.
Sexton views life as a game that can't be won, where the only certainties are birth and death. He believes that while love and relationships are risky, they are also necessary and beautiful parts of life.
Acceptance involves acknowledging the reality of the situation and softening one's resistance to it. It's about understanding that every ending is a beginning of something new and embracing the transition.
People struggle with uncertainty because it is mentally taxing and uncomfortable. They prefer knowing outcomes, even if the certainty is negative, as it provides a sense of control and predictability.
Sexton's most controversial opinion is that having children should not be the greatest accomplishment or the most important thing in a person's life. He believes there should be a higher purpose beyond mere reproduction.
When ‘I do’ becomes ‘I’m done’, world-renowned divorce lawyer James Sexton reveals why most marriages end and how to spot early warning signs
James Sexton is America’s top divorce lawyer and author of the bestselling marriage and relationship advice book, 'How to Stay in Love: Practical Wisdom from an Unexpected Source'.
In this conversation, James and Steven discuss topics such as, the link between sex and divorce, why 86% of people remarry after a divorce, the number one sign of divorce, and the best way to avoid a divorce.
00:00 Intro
01:37 What Do People Say When They Reach Out To You?
03:28 James' One Message To The World
05:55 Why You Can't Hide From Your Problems
10:43 The Case That Broke James' Heart
18:09 What Type Of Cases Would You Refuse?
20:56 Is It Better To Be The One Hurt In A Breakup?
23:17 Why People Want Control In A Breakup
26:53 Understanding Heartbreak
32:09 Is Life Winnable?
37:17 James' Thesis On Death And His Mum's Cancer
48:59 Lessons Learned From People On Their Deathbeds
53:00 Are We Just Products Of Our Imagination?
56:59 Can Acceptance Heal Suffering?
01:03:31 Why Humans Struggle With Uncertainty
01:06:29 Have You Met Anyone Who Planned To Divorce?
01:09:56 How Dating Length Impacts Marriage Success
01:11:50 Why Do People Fall Out Of Love?
01:19:32 Do Men Struggle To Open Up?
01:20:32 Can 90 Minutes A Week Save A Relationship?
01:23:04 Happy Wife, Happy Life – Is It True?
01:29:55 Why Do Conversations About Sex Go Wrong?
01:32:12 Is Lack Of Intimacy A Major Cause Of Divorce?
01:34:23 Is Porn Causing More Relationship Issues?
01:37:52 Does Marriage Equal Love?
01:42:29 Who Is The Wedding Really For?
01:45:00 Do Celebrities Fake Their Relationships?
01:46:33 Are Perfect Relationships Just A Facade?
01:54:24 The Moment I Realized The "Magic" Was Gone
01:57:56 How Do Happy Couples Argue?
01:59:32 Will James Remarry?
02:01:45 Is Getting Married A Mistake?
02:04:31 Is Marriage Good For Kids?
02:06:55 How To Bring Up A Prenup
02:10:37 Embracing Imperfections In Relationships
02:17:14 Divorce And Child Support Explained
02:22:18 Why Do People Divorce Over Money?
02:24:03 Have You Helped Wealthy People Who Went Broke?
02:32:27 One Tip To Avoid Divorce
02:34:53 Final Question
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