It's not really about the amount.
Take Jesse's situation.
He makes $6 million a year, so.......even though $100K per month is a lot of money........he's not going to be hurting financially.
However, a dude that works a regular 9-5.......let's say he's making 50-60K per year.
If he has to pay $1,000/month (or more) in alimony and/or child support, give his ex-wife half of his savings, retirement account, and equity in their home.......even though the dollar amount is considerably less than what Jesse's paying.......going to be hurting a lot more.
Dude would have to rebuild his savings/retirement.......and either sell their house to give his ex her share, or refinance and/or take out a 2nd mortgage to do it.
Might set him back another 10 years.