Navigating Motherhood, Marriage, and Divorce in Patriarchal Societies

The chapter delves into the complexities of motherhood, marriage, divorce, and societal gender roles within the patriarchal framework. It discusses the challenges of maintaining equality and shared responsibilities in relationships post-children, contrasts idealized views of divorce with messy realities, and reflects on personal journeys amidst societal norms. The conversation anticipates shifts in literary themes from motherhood to menopause and the evolving cultural perceptions of menopause in literature.