Divorce rates hit 50%.
But some marriages still last 50+ years.
The difference isn't luck.
It's these 5 decisions smart men make:
1) They choose character over looks.
Pretty faces fade. Good character lasts forever.
Look for:
• How she treats waiters
• How she handles stress
• Whether she keeps her word
2) They build shared values before the altar.
Kids? Career priorities? Faith? Money habits?
Agree on the big stuff early.
Disagreements about values destroy marriages. Differences in taste don't.
3) They lead through conflict.
Every couple fights. Winners fight better:
• Stay calm
• Don't attack her
• Focus on solutions
She needs to see you can handle pressure before she trusts you with her future.
4) They marry their best friend.
Chemistry gets you to the altar.
Friendship keeps you there 50 years later.
Can you talk for hours? Do you enjoy her company?
That's your answer.
5) They don't rush to the altar.
Take time to see her stressed, sick, tired, and angry.
You're not marrying her highlight reel.
You're marrying her Tuesday morning when the coffee maker breaks.
These 5 principles separate marriages that last from those that crash.
But here's what the media won't tell you:
The "50% divorce rate" is complete BS.
Millennials marry later and stay married longer.
They're driving divorce rates down to historic lows.
The real issue?
Second marriages have a 60% divorce rate. Third marriages hit 73%.
Translation: Get it right the first time.
You'll know when you know - could be 6 months, could be a year.
But make sure you've seen her sick, stressed, around your family, when plans fall through.
Perfect girlfriend behavior means nothing. Real life behavior is everything.
I've coached 38 men through finding the right woman.
The ones who followed these 5 principles? Still together.
The ones who ignored red flags because they were "tired of being single"? Wish they'd waited.
Don't be the guy who settles because you're impatient.
What would you add to this list?
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