Everyone desires once-in-a-lifetime love and marriage, but experience demonstrates that this is a rare event in harsh reality. Recently, divorce rates have increased 2.5 times in the previous 50 years, while marriage rates have decreased two times. The good news is that predicting a divorce is likely, and scientific evidence supports this.
We hope for a future with more calm and robust families. That’s why we sifted through numerous studies to identify the nine most distinct divorce predictors revealed by scientists.
1. The number of smiles in their childhood photos
Psychologists conducted a series of tests to determine whether it is possible to forecast divorce using childhood and youthful imagery. In one study, scientists used images from a college yearbook to rate the power of grins on a scale of 1 to 10. The test involves straining two muscles: one clinched the jaw and the other caused wrinkles around the eyes.
There were no divorces among people whose smiles were rated as “10.” Among the frowners, every fourth person divorced simultaneously. On average, those who look gloomy in photographs are five times more likely to divorce than those who grin.
2. The emotional tone of their voice
A computer algorithm can predict the success of a marriage with 79 per cent accuracy based solely on the sound of the couples’ voices when communicating. Scientists analysed the discussions of over 100 couples who were seeing a counsellor and tracked their marital status over five years.
Intensity, pitch, “jitter,” and “shimmer” can all be utilised to convey strong emotions. It is important not just to say what you mean but also to say it properly. According to the experts, this also applies to pair partnerships.
3. Colleagues of the opposite sex
According to Danish studies, those who work only with people of the opposite sex are 15% more likely to divorce.
When they looked at all of the couples who married in Denmark between 1981 and 2002, they were able to see the problem from a bigger perspective. They realised that one million of them were already divorced.
4. Mother’s upbringing
Women file for divorce at a higher rate than men. Furthermore, research has found that most couples mirror the behaviour of their parents, particularly their mothers.
Sociologists studied the actions of 7,000 people and discovered that when a mother moved into a new relationship (whether marriage or cohabitation), her adult children behaved similarly.
5. Ignoring conflicts
There are four symptoms of a prospective divorce: disdain, victimhood, opponents, and disregarding arguments. The “Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse” may appear innocent at first glance, but it is actually an extremely harmful behavioural technique.
Assume you’re all set for a fierce debate about a topic that’s been bugging you for a while. The conversation abruptly comes to a halt.
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It may appear that doing so allows spouses to maintain harmony, but this is not the case. While fights and disagreements aren’t the most enjoyable aspects of communication, they do help to cross all of the T’s. They are anticipated to resolve the lingering difficulties. If these circumstances are missed, more difficulties will arise.
6. A husband’s negative attitude towards his wife’s friends
Over 16 years of marriage, experts studied the relationships of 373 couples. By their 16th year of marriage, 46% of couples had divorced, and the husband’s criticism of his wife’s friends in the first year of marriage frequently foretold a split.
This is because female-female friendships persist longer due to emotional connection and support, whereas male friendships are typically built on shared activities. As a result, males find it easier to change their contact circle and more difficult to reconcile with their wives’ mates, whom they despise.
7. Newlyweds’ excessive affection towards each other
A study that examined 168 couples who had been together for fewer than thirteen years said, “When they were newlyweds, couples who got divorced 7 or more years later showed almost 1/3 more love for each other than spouses in more stable marriages.”
This is because couples who started a relationship with high romantic feelings were more likely to end it. After all, maintaining the intensity of those feelings was challenging for them. Marriages with less ‘Hollywood romance’ start with a greater chance of succeeding.
8. Poverty and unemployment
Living in a difficult situation is challenging. These families’ relationships fail more frequently than financially stable households.
People believe the plan operates harshly to extract money from men’s wallets. Most separated and divorced males have such low salaries that they contribute very little to the well-being of their mothers and children.
9. Narrow bed
Couples should sleep separately or on a very large bed for their mental and physical well-being, good sleep, and a safe family environment. Researchers studying sleep disorders discovered that 30-40% of couples sleep in separate beds, which is actually a good thing because poor sleep can lead to divorce. Therefore, if you want to keep your relationship safe, make sure you get enough sleep.
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Following a 24-hour ultimatum to retract defamatory statements made against Nigerian singer Falz and his father in a viral voice note, crossdresser Bobrisky has issued a statement.
In an Instagram post on October 16, 2023, Bobrisky denied making any defamatory remarks about Falz or his father. He emphasized that he is awaiting an official response from his legal counsel before providing further details on the matter.
This statement comes in response to the serious allegations made against Bobrisky, which have sparked widespread public attention and concern.
He wrote,
“TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: In reply to the two letters in circulation from the Law Firm of the Falanas. I like to state for the records and pending the official reply from my counsel, state for the avoidance of doubt that I, Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, aka Bobrisky, did not publish any defamatory statement or statements concerning the learnt SAN and his Son Falz.”
Bobrisky demands accountability from the publisher of defamatory statements against Falz and his father.
“It is in the public domain pursuant to my solicitor’s letter dated the 27th day of September 2024 that I have denied any knowledge of what VDM published. I stand by my express denial and put the matter to strict proof and advise that whoever has been defamed should hold the publisher of the defamatory content and my fundamental rights to privacy of my communications should be respected and protected.”
In another story post, Bobrisky emphasized that the responsibility lay with Verydarkman, not him.
“I OKUNEYE idris aka BOBRISKY didn’t give Falz or his dad any money for pardon. As a matter of fact no penny was given to them. Have said dis before and i will say it again. The person that published an Audio online should take fully responsible for what he posted in public. My lawyer will respond to any further information d public want to about dis ongoing issue trending on social media,” he wrote.
The controversy erupted when media personality Verydarkman released an alleged voice note from Bobrisky that quickly spread across the internet.
In this explosive recording, Bobrisky openly admitted that he had evaded prison time despite receiving a sentence for money laundering. Furthermore, the crossdresser boldly claimed that he had paid both Falz and his father to secure a pardon.
Subsequently, after the damaging voice note became public, Falz and his father’s law chambers took immediate action by issuing a stern 24-hour ultimatum to Verydarkman, demanding that he retract his statement.
However, Verydarkman remained defiant and refused to comply with their demands. As a result of his non-compliance, the legal battle intensified, leading to the court’s decisive action.
Finally, the court ruled against Verydarkman. They imposed a substantial fine of ₦500 million. Additionally, they ordered him to remove all defamatory posts related to the matter.
Davido, the Grammy-nominated singer, recently opened up about his fashion choices and upcoming album during an interview with comedian and actor Broda Shaggi at the launch of his new Puma collection. Davido also shared that his best album yet is “Timeless”.
In the interview, Davido discussed the inspirations behind his unique style. He revealed that he is drawn to urban fashion but adapts his wardrobe to suit different events and occasions. This flexibility allows him to express his personal style while remaining versatile and relevant.
“They say I like to dress like a rapper because I love urban fashion. I love wearing T-shirts, jeans, and sneakers to look comfortable. You will find me in a suit when it’s time to collect money. Sometimes, I also wear Agbada,” Davido shared.
Davido, the renowned Nigerian singer, has named his fourth album, “Timeless,” as his personal favorite. Released in March 2023, “Timeless” broke numerous streaming records on platforms like Spotify, Audiomack, Boomplay, and YouTube in Nigeria. Its exceptional success earned it a Grammy nomination for Best Global Album.
The album also featured the hit singles “Unavailable” with Musa Keys (also nominated for a Grammy) and “Feel” (another Grammy nominee). Davido’s impressive achievements with “Timeless” have set the bar high for his future projects.
In recent interviews, Davido has expressed his ambition to surpass the success of “Timeless” with his upcoming album. This determination aligns with his previous statements made earlier this year during a visit from American content creator Kai Cenat.
As fans eagerly await Davido’s next musical endeavor, anticipation is building for his collaboration with Jamaican star YG Marley, which is expected to kick off the album’s release.
Yul Edochie, a Nollywood actor, recently opened an online ministry. On October 16, 2024, he shared a post on Instagram about people called ogbanje. Edochie expressed his views, emphasizing that these spiritually gifted individuals have lost their way.
His followers reacted sceptically to this post. Many raised their eyebrows, questioning Edochie’s stance on the topic of ogbanje. The actor’s comments sparked discussion among his audience about spiritual beliefs and the role of traditional concepts in modern society.
“Many people we call ‘Ogbanje’’are people who are spiritually gifted. And the essence of having such spiritual gift is to use it to help humanity. But because of ignorance, religion & the fear of what people will say, they keep trying to run away from who they are and by doing so their lives become messed up. Dig deep, find your true self and embrace it and you’ll realize the essence of your existence and live a fulfilled life. • YUL EDOCHIE.”
The actor’s post confused his followers and fans, who questioned him about his gospel ministry, which he started in January 2024.
“Pastor, what really happened???? Your Bible loss?” an Instagram user asked. “Sir, what of the Starvation Ministry?” another inquired.
“Another profession loading 🤣🤣🤣😶 Baba lawo”
“Bc u live with an ogbanje doesn’t give u the nerves to preach it to us, a GO like u dey talk like onyeuwa, Yul zukwanuike,”
“What happened to our church, did ur bible get lost?” asked another.
Yul Edochie made an interesting announcement on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.
He launched an online ministry and shared the news on social media. Edochie posted the flier to his Instagram account.
The flier contained details about his “True Salvation Ministry”. He invited his fans to attend the online services. This move surprised many of his followers, who knew him primarily as an actor.
