Peter Pan is synonymous with "eternal boy". In a nutshell: he might look like a man on the outside, but inside he is trapped in the psyche of a boy. (This can apply to women also!) Dr. Edwin Louis Cole said, "Irresponsibility, foolishness and insensitivity are blemishes on his character and lead to the conclusion he needs to grow up." Being in a relationship with a Peter Pan is painful and emotionally exhausting. What can you do about it?