i just don't know what to make of emails like that, where my H says he wishes he knew what to say or do to make things better.
When I talk to my W, as soon as I say anything that sounds like I'm confused, not ready, can't get s.thing out of my mind, she immediately sees the worst.
I was thinking that was her, but I'm now wondering if maybe that is part of ADHD traits, I can say what others would not usually say. Maybe, maybe, his emails & his views are cool to the touch without him knowing. Either way, one think I know is when my W feels I've given up, she acts angry, or pursues. Maybe just let it go as part of his process, if you want to.