Moor vs. Moor: Is Divorce Acceptable?

In the days of King Henry VIII, divorce was a heretical idea. The right for a couple to separate their marital bond was worse than the “‘til death do you part” mentality. Though “death” would be a terrific reason to “part,” it might as well be since divorce was not accepted.
There are many reasons why two people would want to divorce, and they should have the right to do so. Sure, it may cause conflicts and the need to readjust to lifestyle changes, but if done maturely, it could be for the better.
A marriage will only work if both people agree to make a commitment to one another, respect one another and uphold loyalty despite their circumstances. If those commitments are not met, no one should have to deal with that for the rest of their life. In a study at the University of Warwick, most people reported that they were unhappy during their separation phase, but felt better after a year of divorce.
Sometimes, the problem isn’t just emotional, but full-on physical abuse. Divorce would deliver spousal abuse victims from their situations and give them the chance to continue on with the life they intend to have.
Not only is it a burden to oneself, but what if children are involved? Children living in broken families lack an opportunity to grow up in a functional environment. Having to witness constant verbal abuse may be detrimental to their social development.
Divorce can be an instrument for a better life, not just for oneself but everyone who is directly affected by the relationship. It may not be just the end of a relationship, but a renewal to find the right one.
Johnny Huynh,
Staff Writer
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Once upon a time, “till death do us part” meant being with your spouse for life. Today, that quote has been abused and wedding vows have lost their luster. With our country having a divorce rate of 50% for first marriages, it’s obvious that there is something wrong with America’s overall sense of commitment. The highest divorce rates are for those between the ages of 20-24, which isn’t surprising when we realize that brains are done developing at the age of 25. Looking at the origins of divorce, I find that it is lack of maturity and a yearn for instant gratification that causes the high rates that haunt newlyweds.
America is defined by instant gratification. The fact is that we throw around wedding vows like we throw around an outdated magazine. The idea that marriage is disposable gives Americans the idea that in the midst of turmoil and lack of communication, they can easily opt for an easy way out.
Marriage is more of a quick fix than a life long commitment. In a situation involving infidelity or domestic violence, divorce is necessary. However, the main reasons for divorce include poor communication, a change in priorities and lack of commitment. This reflects our country’s urge for instant gratification and the immaturity many newlyweds have that causes them to break up rather than adhere to the vows they originally undertook. So yes, sometimes a divorce is necessary but statistics prove that the inability to responsibly form a marriage union is the reason why half of the marriages in America consistently fail.
Jamie Nguyen,
Staff Writer