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Ultimately, the article emphasizes that the narrative often painted about men’s emotional lives and their reasons for staying in marriages is inaccurate, incomplete, and overly simplistic. Men’s reluctance to divorce is rooted in profound emotional, cultural, and practical factors, not laziness or a lack of desire to be free.
True understanding involves acknowledging men’s sacrifices, their fears, and their pain. Society must foster a new perspective on masculinity—one centered on emotional expression, support, and shared responsibilities. Only then can men be genuinely empowered to seek happiness and fulfillment in healthy relationships, free from the burdens imposed by outdated stereotypes.