Getting married is a big event in everyone’s life. It’s a time of love, hope, and excitement for the future. But since 40 to 50 percent of first-time weddings end in divorce, many couples wonder if there’s a way to make sure their marriage lasts a long time and is happy. Psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb in Los Angeles says that the right time to get married may be the key to its success.
Gottlieb recently talked on The Diary of a CEO show about her thoughts on the best age to get married. Gottlieb is famous for writing the best-selling book Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. She told them not to get married too soon because they might not be mature enough or have enough life experience. She did say, though, that people in their mid to late 20s often have a better idea of who they are and what they want, which makes it easier for both people to grow in a relationship.
Gottlieb’s claims are backed up by a study from the Institute of Family Studies that shows the best time to get married is between the ages of 25 and 30. People who get married at age 25 are 50% less likely to split than people who get married at age 20. According to Gottlieb, this age range lets couples grow together, share adventures, and get to know each other better.
However, Gottlieb said that this good trend starts to fade once people turn 32 years old. People have more bad situations, like breakups, as they get older, which can change how they act in future relationships. This can make it hard to trust new people and make you rate them based on your past relationships.
In the end, Gottlieb’s ideas are helpful, but there is no one-size-fits-all answer to the question of what age is best for marriage. Couples can make their marriage last a long time and be happy by knowing how timing and personal growth are important.
