Why men who say “I’m holding out hope that she’ll change her mind” often end up divorced
by Sven Masterson | May 9, 2022 | Emotional Gridlock, Emotional Immaturity and Reactivity, Femininity, Marriage, Masculinity, Relational Leadership, Relationship Conflict, Resentment and Suppressed Anger, Romantic Relationships, Sex, Shame and Emotional Withdrawal
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