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Ex-Wives Told to Stop 'Mothering' Ex-Husbands
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In Short: The i Paper (United Kingdom) published an article advising ex-wives to stop overparenting their ex-husbands, a behavior described as 'mothering' in the context of post-divorce relationships.
One example cited in the article is an ex-husband who still calls to ask about his mother's birthday, indicating a dependency that goes beyond a typical adult relationship.
The article suggests that ex-wives should stop answering questions that their ex-husbands could find out themselves, such as birthdays or other personal details.
The i Paper also notes that it can be tempting to blame the ex-wife's anxiety or need to fill a maternal role for this behavior, but the article emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries.
An ex-wife quoted in the article stated, 'I can’t be the person you ask about this any more. You’ll be fine.'
The article describes the ongoing relationship as more than just a sexual affair but less than a full relationship, highlighting the complex dynamics involved.
What's still developing
- A full tantrum, in front of her, reverting to a 10-year-old boy.
- Look back over your messages from the last month and count how many were things he could have found out himself.
Sources
- The i Paperlink