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That prevention is better than cure. This is why we vaccinate and campaign for so many diseases. None of these campaigns come close to affecting 45% of us, which is our current divorce rate.

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3 ways to build a happy marriage and avoid divorce | George Blair-West ·

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  2. Why Isn’t There a Divorce CampaignGeorge Blair-West thinks that maybe it's because the current policy makers are Generation X.
  3. What Are Three Life Hacks for Preventing DivorceGeorge Blair-West stresses three things: have more premarital sex and get married when you are older, seek equal power in the relationship, and keep caring…
  4. Is It Good to Have Sex Outside of MarriageBlair-West thinks it’s a good thing because a study revealed that in Generation X, 91% of women had premarital sex before the age of 30 is a good thing that…
  5. What Are the Three Reasons You Should Get Married LaterGetting married later allows the other two preventers of divorce to take play. The second reason is because the human brain grows until at least the age 25.
  6. What Are the TwentiesThese are the ages of rapid change and maturation.
  7. What Makes Relationships Most Stable and Happy for a Longer TermThe relationships that are most stable and happy over longer term are when the couple shares equally power. They were also influenceable.
  8. What Pulls Relationships ApartReliability, or the lack of it. It takes two forms. You and your partner must follow through on what you say you’re going to do.
  9. What Decision Does George Blair-West Call Most Important?Psychiatrist George Blair-West closes his TED Talks Daily talk by saying the most important decision you can make is who you choose as a life partner and as…

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