1. Avoidance and self-protection: Men may choose a cold war to avoid the tension and pressure caused by directly facing conflicts. They may feel that by temporarily maintaining distance or silence, they can protect themselves from emotional harm or give themselves time to deal with complex emotions.
2. Communication barriers and problem-solving strategies: Sometimes, the Cold War is a way for men to deal with communication difficulties. They may not be good at expressing emotions or handling complex conversations, so they choose the Cold War as a problem-solving strategy, although it is not the most effective way of communication. They may hope to calm the other person down through this method or expect the problem to resolve itself.
3. Control and Sense of Power: In some cases, the Cold War may be a means for men to maintain control or a sense of power in relationships. They may believe that by not responding or distancing themselves, they can force the other party to compromise or actively seek reconciliation, thereby satisfying certain needs or expectations of themselves. However, this approach often leads to a loss of trust in the relationship.