Some. Others might be presured. Or manipulated/guilt tripped. Some are told by their husbands that "it is the best for the family and they should be so selfish" so they give up their dreams. Women are raised to prioritice others, to sacrifice fr the wellbeing of the family. Many do that, and the live unhappy and resentful. Or to paraphasing you "live vicariusly through the your women around them". Just a thought.