Despite enormous societal changes over the last 50 years, there continues to be cultural pressure to find a partner and marry in our 20's. Men, and especially women, who have not married by their early 30’s are scrutinized by our society. This is despite the fact that key life barometers continue to climb.

The fact is, the divorce rate is highest for those married between 20 - 24 years old, but drops by 50% every half a decade following. Those who wait until 30 - 34 to marry have only a 10% chance of divorce and those who wait until 35 - 39 have only a 5% chance.
Click here to see divorce rates based on marriage age.

Yet, despite the facts and trends, why do most unmarried women who are over 30 feel like they're behind? The fact is they're not behind. Whether designed or not, they're the smart ones! Chances are they're better off than those of us who wed in our 20’s because they've had the opportunity to learn who they are, what they want, and how they are going to get it.

It is our goal to influence societal norms and prove that it’s OK to wait!

Simply stated, the book, “30 Reasons to Wait" will be a guide and resource for 20-somthing men and women who are looking to marry, as well as validation for men and women over 30 who have not married.

Here are just a few benefits of waiting until after 30 to marry.

1. You have a stronger sense of who you are
2. You’re more confident, physically & emotionally
3. You’re more likely to be financially independent
4. You’re better able to set boundaries in relationships
5. You’re less likely to try to “change” or “fix” someone
6. You understand the difference between passionate and enduring love
7. You have a better sense of your long range goals
8. You learn to not be dependent on others for your happiness
9. You’re chances for divorce are lessened
10. You realize love will not conquer all

You're asking... what about the risks involed in delaying marriage?
The two biggest arguments against waiting to marry have to do with pool of available partners and child bearing. We hope the following two book excerpts will help put your mind at ease.

Women are Having Babies Later in Life

The Dating Pool for Women Over 30