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Feb 09, 2026

A third of Americans who’ve ever been married may go on to divorce, but this isn’t an option for everyone. Barriers to legally breaking up can include financial constraints, religious or moral prohibitions, cultural values and stigma, fear, or simply practicality.

So, what’s an unhappily married person to do when they’re unable or unwilling to leave a relationship they can’t stand?

Following are six tips to make the most out of a marriage that's making you miserable.

*NOTE:  The above is intended for individuals in unhappy but not abusive relationships only. If physical abuse, severe addiction, or exploitation is occurring, prioritize your safety and contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline if this is your experience.

Selected excerpt(s) and linked article courtesy of Jessica Schrader, psychologytoday(dot)com
Royalty-free photo courtesy of Google's Gemini

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