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Life has a very high tolerance for error; a failed marriage isn't the end of the world.

by TongPik Ha 22 May 2026

In this era of constant change, I often encounter clients going through divorce. In my conversations with many female clients, I often tell them that the failure of a marriage is not the end of the world, and that life has a very high tolerance for error.

Marriage is a form of investment. In economics, investment is based on a balance of risk and return. The establishment of a marriage also requires risk assessment and consideration of future returns. When we make a choice at a certain moment, we may not be able to foresee future changes. The failure of a marriage is merely an investment error and does not mean the end of life.

In Bazi, the earthly branch of the day pillar represents the marriage palace, symbolizing the stability and quality of the marriage. However, every twelve years, the earthly branch of the day pillar clashes with the fleeting year, which means that relationships are prone to changes. Many people get married, have children, cohabit, break up, fall in love, or divorce in years when such clashes occur. Therefore, married individuals often experience conflicts and friction with their partners in years when their marriage palace clashes. A person will experience clashes with their day pillar at least three or more times in their life, so how to deal with them is the most important.

Assuming that one truly experiences marital failure, in a sense, it can be seen as an opportunity for growth. Failure gives us the chance to reflect on past decisions and helps us understand our own and others' needs more deeply.

"Go with the flow, and you will reach anywhere." This signifies the fluidity and changeability of life. We should not fix ourselves in one state, because the wind direction will change. We must learn to adjust our course with the direction of the wind so that we can find new paths in the ocean of life.

After a relationship ends, emotional management is crucial. Many people fall into self-blame and depression due to failure, and such emotions will only make our lives more difficult. Instead, we should learn to release these negative emotions and focus on our own growth.

Divorce can be a door to a new beginning. Everyone's life path is different, and experiences of failure enrich our choices. In this process, we should maintain an open mind and bravely explore new possibilities.

Life has a very high tolerance for error; the failure of a marriage is not the end of the world, but a new beginning. Every choice, whether successful or not, shapes the story of our life. All we need to do is to learn to cherish ourselves, let go of the past, and bravely embrace every possibility for the future.

Remember, life is like a journey, and every stage we experience is meant to make us a better person. No matter what challenges you encounter in marriage, do not be discouraged, because there are countless wonderful things in life waiting to be discovered.

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