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This is likely the most transformative change that has occurred in the dating sphere in the past 20 years. This change coincides clearly with many of the other trends discussed on this page, such as the overall increase in male celibacy during this time frame and greater amount of sex being consolidated to the top 5-20% of men. | This is likely the most transformative change that has occurred in the dating sphere in the past 20 years. This change coincides clearly with many of the other trends discussed on this page, such as the overall increase in male celibacy during this time frame and greater amount of sex being consolidated to the top 5-20% of men. | ||
The only two methods of starting relationships that are on the rise are online dating and meeting in bars/restaurants, both of which favor the most physically attractive men heavily and offer minimal opportunities for demonstrating one's personal values and compatibility over time. All other methods of meeting partners are on the decline. | The only two methods of starting relationships that are on the rise are online dating and meeting in bars/restaurants, both of which favor the most physically attractive (and possibly physically dominant) men heavily and are generally oriented around "hook-up" type relationships and therefore offer minimal opportunities for demonstrating one's personal values and compatibility over time. All other methods of meeting partners are on the decline. | ||
When men often complain of unfairness in online dating, they are typically told, "online dating is not real life." Based on the available data, online dating has become very much real life as it is the most powerful and dominant way to potentially connect couples. | When men often complain of unfairness in online dating, they are typically told, "online dating is not real life." Based on the available data, online dating has become very much real life as it is the most powerful and dominant way to potentially connect couples. |
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