Marriage is hard.

But what is it about the second or third chapter of life that increases the risk of marital discord and divorce? It's a question worth asking since "gray divorce" is escalating at surprising rates with the aging of baby boomers. Currently, more than 1 in 3 people who divorce in the US are older than 50, and the divorce rate for those 65+ continues to increase exponentially, while others in younger age groups are divorcing at a lesser rate.

Are there signs that indicate a relationship is in critical condition? Are there ways to improve a long-term relationship? And is there hope for a brighter tomorrow?

Join us for this important episode as we discuss these questions and more with MSW Kim Oliver, 


Special Guest: Kim Oliver. 
Kim has a master's degree in Social Work from the University of Missouri. For the past 20-plus years, Kim has been in private practice in Columbia, Missouri. In addition to her counseling practice, Kim is also a certified life coach. Today, we are excited to have Kim with us to discuss marriage in the second chapter of life. Her intensive couples approach grounded in the Gottman Method is successful in improving communication between couples and provides many tools to support and strengthen marriages.

Show Notes:

The Love Prescription: Seven Days to More Intimacy, Connection, and Joy –  by John Gottman PhD (Author), Julie Schwartz Gottman PhD (Author)

Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love

by John M. Gottman, Julie Schwartz Gottman, Rachel Carlton Abrams

The Relationship Cure: A 5 Step Guide To Strengthening Your Marriage, Family, And Friendships by  John M Gottman and Joan Declaire