Prof G Markets Marriage Is the Biggest Financial Risk You’ll Take — ft. James Sexton
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Apr 3, 2026 
James Sexton, a New York divorce attorney and bestselling author, dives into how money can become a stand-in for safety in relationships. He gets into prenups, divorce myths, red flags, and why opposites can turn into long-term friction. Plus: social media as an infidelity engine, smarter ways to manage money together, and what really drives divorce risk.
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Red Flags To Notice Before You Marry
- Avoid marrying someone if you fear hard conversations, expect marriage to freeze them in place, or hope it will finally change them.
- James Sexton also warns that the opposites attracting you now can become the habits that antagonize you later.
Build Rituals Of Connection Before Trouble Starts
- Talk about conflict before the first big fight, keep small daily signals of affection alive, and build a weekly ritual for feedback.
- James Sexton suggests asking what made your partner feel loved, what you could do better, and what turned them on.
Why Divorce Filing Stats Can Mislead
- Women file most divorces, but James Sexton argues many men effectively end marriages by leaving first and forcing women to file.
- He says women often file to get a judge to secure the mortgage, temporary support, or child support after abandonment.
