When couples face great difficulties in their relationship, sometimes divorce can seem like the only way out from under the stress and emotional burden they’re facing. However, in some cases, the couple will be better off working to improve their relationship rather than to end it. It is also not uncommon for people to threaten divorce during the heat of an argument, or to use it as a scare tactic to gain leverage over their partner or to show them the seriousness of the situation. If your divorce is a knee-jerk, emotional reaction to your situation, it’s likely going to be a rough process. Likewise, some people begin divorce proceedings in order to punish their partner, wether for infidelity or some other offense. If your decision to divorce is based on hurting the other person rather than a desire to better your own circumstances (and likely your partner’s as well) then it’s likely that you’re not ready for divorce.