Understanding the Reasons for Divorce

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In this episode, Aleeza and the Rabbi answer a question from Judith, a widow in her 50s. Judith notices that many divorced men she meets blame their failed marriages on their ex-wives' emotional issues, which they say come from being raised by Holocaust survivors. The episode looks into whether this is a real pattern or just an excuse. The Rabbi and Aleeza also talk about how the Holocaust affects later generations. They give Judith and others advice on dating.Key Points:Recurring Theme in Divorce Reasons: Judith sees that many divorced men say their ex-wives are emotionally unavailable because of their Holocaust survivor parents.Holocaust's Lingering Impact: The Rabbi explains how the trauma from the Holocaust can affect the children of survivors, shaping their emotional and relationship issues.Pattern Recognition and Self-Reflection: Aleeza and Rabbi suggest that Judith think about why she sees this pattern and how her own background might play a role.Advice for Change: They recommend that Judith try dating outside her usual community to find someone who is emotionally available and a good match.Watch this episode: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdUtaMTM0rzqa4R2eZWyA9QTo submit your question for a future episode, go to www.MarriageMindedMentor.com/Podcast