I’ve realized a sad reality out there, is that in these dating platforms there are men in survival mode seeking validation .

I admit, I felt it was irresponsible and selfish of these men to do that. But it is really the responsibility of us women who have done the work to weed them out. I have expressed my frustration towards men who use OLD as their form of validation, but in the end , I need to weed it out and they are hurting themselves.

As for you Scott, it is harmful to you to land into a relationship while you are in survival mode. But nothing anyone says will stop you.

Sounds like your exW is finding her comfort zone on her own and is able to parent more comfortably. Your kids will certainly benefit from that