Twentysomethings and thirtysomethings are getting married less often
“Would you actually want to get married?” I ask this morning right away in the editorial office. I see more people shaking their heads no than yes. “Seriously? Really not?” Lil shakes her head no. Annabelle and Adeline also look a bit hesitant. On the other hand, there is radiant Tessa who is getting married on May 26th. wedding boat . There is still hope; I am not the only romantic of my generation. Yes, I want to get married. Sounds amazing to me. Maybe it's still a bit early, but in about seven kilos? Absolutely.
Today in the news: CBS has conducted researchand what turns out? We are getting married less often. People in their twenties and thirties are increasingly opting for registered partnerships.
In 2017, nearly 65,000 couples in their twenties or thirties got married, while twenty years ago there were still about 85,000 couples. Twenty thousand fewer in one year. How come? Probably because we are more uncertain about our financial future, for example due to flexible jobs. CBS also thinks it plays a role that couples nowadays need more of their own money when buying a house. It turns out: we are no longer romantic, practicality takes precedence. And now let's hope my boy isn't reading this...
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