Modern Wisdom #715 - Louise Perry - Are Women Actually Happy With Modern Dating?
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Dec 4, 2023 
Louise Perry, a writer and press officer for We Can’t Consent To This, discusses the stark realities faced by young women today. She highlights why 40% of young adults consider marriage obsolete and the trend towards platonic relationships versus traditional romance. The conversation dives into the effects of the MeToo movement on dating dynamics and the alarming rise in unhappiness among younger generations. Exploring societal pressures, Perry examines the impact of social media, beauty standards, and the need for a balanced perspective on modern relationships.
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The Gender Pay Gap
- Women now out-earn men in many income brackets (excluding top CEOs), highlighting a shift in economic dynamics.
- The gender pay gap stems from high-earning male CEOs and the "maternity gap," not inherent discrimination.
Short-Termism and Declining Birth Rates
- Modern culture prioritizes short-term pleasure, impacting women's decisions about having children.
- This trend, combined with declining birth rates, presents a unique, non-existential but impactful population risk.
The "Girl with the List"
- On TikTok, a girl listed 350 reasons against having kids versus a one-page list for having them.
- This highlights the cultural shift away from parenthood, emphasizing personal freedom and immediate gratification.
