Adult self-esteem and divorce, Part 2

That one parent has moved on quickly to a new relationship. Why feel compelled to get remarried when (1) psychologists favor waiting several years to protect the kids’ healing, and (2) later marriages fail at a much higher rate than first marriages? You can stipulate in your agreement how to restrict future marriages. Marriage is a fundamental right, but it can always be limited by contract. Ensure that your conditions help your children rather than punish your ex.