Here are 7 common last-ditch efforts to save your marriage when divorce appears to be on the horizon. Maintaining your marriage can quickly slip into a need to save your marriage. One last-ditch effort is almost always worth it. Once you let go of resentment and make room for true healing, there may still be a spark there. Will you regret exploring some ways to turn that spark into a flame? It’s pretty doubtful. Trying to save your marriage is well worth your time and energy.