The Worst Ages for Kids to Experience Divorce, with Erica Komisar

I sit down with Erica Komisar to talk about divorce, attachment, parenting, and the values shaping modern family life. We explore what current research says about separation and child development, why timing matters when divorce happens, and how early relationships influence who we become as adults. Erica also shares her perspective on motherhood, identity, emotional regulation, and the cultural shifts affecting relationships today. If you're navigating family decisions, raising children, or thinking deeply about what creates a meaningful life, this episode offers plenty to reflect on.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Introduction01:11 - Is Divorce Better Than a Bad Marriage?02:47 - Why Are Divorce and Child-Free Living Being Celebrated?09:06 - Development, Narcissism & Modern Relationships15:45 - The Pressure Between Career and Family16:09 - The Best and Worst Ages for Divorce22:47 - Stability, Attachment & Child Development23:03 - The Research Behind Early Attachment28:56 - Emotional Regulation and the First Three Years35:13 - What Stress Does to Children40:23 - Identity, Motherhood & Modern Culture44:00 - Production, Achievement & Meaning46:16 - Where to Find Erica’s Work***Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worthPick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | SpotifyFor more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram