In an age when we have a firm legal system in place to ensure the protection of children and divorced spouses and the continuance of financial support, there is no reason on earth that anyone, male or female, should feel trapped in a dysfunctional marriage. We all deserve to be happy and contented in our lives. When a marriage becomes too difficult to tolerate, separation and divorce can allow us to start anew and seek happiness again.

Some of the top reasons that women in particular may feel trapped in a troubled marriage are religious obligations, financial (lifestyle) concerns, children and fear of being alone.

Perhaps we should address these top concerns individually.

In order to prevent copyright infringement, this blog has been condensed to an excerpt as it currently appears in Brigid's book "The Dating Game, Insights Into Affairs of The Heart" releasing in April 2010 and available at Amazon and fine book sellers everywhere.  Ask for it by name!

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