That equation has two sides. Many women make their affections contingent on almost completely subjective assessments, they then lay at the feet of their men.
Agree. Affection (withholding of it) is one of several tools in their Manipulator’s Toolbox. Guilt is their big nail driver.
Of course, there is no shortage of poor relationship skills.
I try hard not to let women drive my feelings.
Many are women are taught how to control men and can’t share power, they don’t know how or are unwilling.
The 50+ dating sites are full of them. I’ve been on the sites for a couple of years, amazing the bad manners and angry women.