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Empathic Ruptures in Relationships: 5 Critical Moments You Can’t Ignore

Most of us have probably had empathic ruptures in relationships at some point in our lives. As I wrote previously, in the context of relationships, empathic ruptures don’t happen only in romantic relationships — but can also happen in other relationships as well. They can happen with doctors, therapists, parents, siblings, boss, co-workers, friends, etc. Anyone really. In relationships, most people expect conflict to revolve around obvious issues like communication breakdowns, differences in values, or financial stress. But what often goes unnoticed—and does even greater damage over time—are empathic ruptures. These moments, when one partner feels deeply misunderstood, dismissed, or …

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Why Women Aren’t Seen as Fully Human by Men

Recently I ran across a rather mind-blowing, but evergreen, article from 2018 on The Cut with Terry Crews (a football player, actor and #MeToo activist) about the toxic culture of men not seeing women as fully human. In the article, Terry discusses toxic masculinity and how cult-like it is (his description). He equates it as being no different from Jim Jones or David Koresh , and goes on to say: This is what happens with men and women. […] As a woman, they talk, but a guy is not looking at you as even all the way human. This is …

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The Link Between Fragile Masculinity, Abuse and Emotional Immaturity

In the complex world of relationships, fragile masculinity, abuse, and emotional immaturity often create a toxic brew that wreaks havoc on both partners. While these elements are frequently discussed in isolation, their interconnectedness reveals a darker, more insidious pattern of behavior that isn’t always obvious at first glance. Recently, I’ve written several rather eye-opening posts on how bitter men view women, how fragile masculinity is the root of controlling behavior in relationships, the psychological underpinnings between male fragility and abuse. Also, the connection between emotional immaturity and abuse. All of these articles are interconnected with the topic of male fragility …

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10 Surprising Reasons Why Men Ignore Their Wives’ Unhappiness

When wives express unhappiness in a marriage, many women find themselves questioning whether their husbands genuinely care. Although it’s often assumed that a loving spouse would naturally be concerned about their partner’s emotional well-being, the reality can be quite different. Just my personal life observation, but I don’t think most men truly care about their wives’ unhappiness, due to all the walkaway wives out there. One of the biggest complaints from walkaway wives is how they begged their husbands to spend time with them, at the very least, and the men ignore it. They reinforce this by making you believe …

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7 Signs Connecting Emotional Immaturity and Abusive Relationships

In the tangled web of abusive relationships, emotional immaturity often hides behind a veneer of charm or normalcy. While it’s easy to pinpoint overt signs of abuse like contempt, control, or manipulation, recognizing emotional immaturity, and it’s connection to abusive relationships can be more nuanced. This immaturity isn’t just a personality flaw; it actively fuels and sustains the abuse. What Emotional Immaturity Is, and Isn’t In Abusive Relationships Emotional immaturity refers to a lack of development in managing and understanding one’s emotions and behaviors. It manifests as difficulty in handling stress, making responsible decisions, and empathizing with others. People exhibiting …

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11 Unmistakable Signs Your Relationship is a Tolerable Level of Permanent Unhappiness

So many of us are living what is called a tolerable level of permanent unhappiness. We may not all be British, but many of us the world over have developed a “Keep Calm and Carry On” attitude when it comes to our marriages, and relationships. Living with a tolerance of unhappiness, and the sense of quiet desperation it brings, doesn’t have to be that way, but for many of us, it is. Today I’m discussing the how we reach this point, why we put up with it, and how to combat tolerance of unhappiness. What a Tolerable Level of Permanent …

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6 Reasons Walkaway Wives Never Regret Leaving ‘Good’ Husbands

Walkaway wives are often misunderstood, labeled as heartless or ungrateful for leaving what many would consider “good husbands”. However, the reality behind their decisions typically involves much deeper, more complex issues than the surface-level complaints of neglect or emotional disconnection. I can relate to this. On the outside, my husband may look like a great catch, and in many ways he is. He’s responsible, a hard worker, good-looking, he cooks, a great dad…all the things…and I have made sure to tell him this over the years. However, the day to day disrespect, dismissive attitude, snapping, being passive-aggressive, drinking, etc. has …

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Crushing Exhaustion: 5 Ways Good Wife Syndrome Takes a Toll

The “good wife” — society glorifies her. She’s the epitome of selflessness, always putting her family first, sacrificing her needs without hesitation. She maintains an immaculate home, raises perfect children, and supports her husband unconditionally. But beneath this polished exterior lies a silent struggle. Good Wife Syndrome isn’t just about traditional gender roles or being overly accommodating; it’s an insidious cycle of perfectionism that drains women emotionally and mentally, often in ways that aren’t immediately obvious. I’ve previously written posts about how Good Wife Syndrome can lead to Walkaway Wife, as well as the many ways being that perfect wife …

Sexless Marriages vs. Deeply Connected Unions: 15 Eye-Opening Comparisons

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Sexless Marriages vs. Deep Connection: 15 Eye-Opening Comparisons

When people think of sexless marriages, they often envision a relationship drained of passion, connection, and intimacy…that deep connection that we all crave. But the reality is more complex. Deep connection unions aren’t just about frequent physical intimacy. The differences between these two types of relationships go beyond the obvious, impacting everything from emotional health to day-to-day dynamics in ways many don’t immediately recognize. Some People Leave Their Sexless Marriages Some people decide they just can’t take it anymore and decide to leave. I wrote a post about this phenomenon here. I’ve heard for years now, that at least 10-20% …

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How Bitter Men View Women: 15 Shocking Examples of How They Cope

The Bitter Men Club strikes again. Content creators for the news aggregator that I write for, get NO options for blocking these mouth breathers, whose boorish comments lend absolutely nothing useful to the conversation. Just the same bitter men and their usual word vomit, befitting of the lonesome losers they know they are. I know most content creators don’t bother reading the comments. I can see why. If I was one of thinner skin, I think it would start affecting my mental health. However, my skin has thickened, and that is why I’ll be sharing some of their more revealing …