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The narrative suggests that the pressures and expectations surrounding marriage are borne by women who must convince men to commit, especially in light of the challenges many men witness in divorce courts. Men often see their fathers and grandfathers experience adverse outcomes in marriage, leading to a reluctance to marry.
Women Proposing: A Shift in Tradition
The discussion has recently turned toward the controversial subject of women proposing to men. Despite the progress women have made towards equality in many fields, the act of proposing remains predominantly a masculine endeavor. While some women might consider proposing empowered, there exists a societal stigma regarding gender roles in marriage that still influences their decisions.