I think whether we settle for it or not makes no difference. Since the Apple, Man has taken the attitude of superiority, and even if we send them packing, you can bet your sweet butt cheeks, there will be another to take his place.Nothing will ever change for the woman, we were charged with it at the fall, but men are weak, and because of this weakness, ( the Rib ) US, they will protect themselves to the bitter end if necessary.
When my Husband verbally abuses me, i think of it this way, hey, idiot your abusing your own rib cage. I told him once, the look on his face was priceless. Read my latest Poem, Without Each other your nothing.

You'll get there, it will come to you one day. Human imperfect nature isnt capable of anything else, dont take it personally, thats the secret to rising above!!

Aside from all that, expressive write, its always good to get the pain out through writng.

Tough love

It's always been amazing to me how women are willing to settle for so little in personal relationships. A thoughtful work.