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The unreali$tic expectation$ of relation$hip$ appear to be killing today’s dating pool. Women aren’t picking moderate-income Men anymore, they prefer to wait at the finish line and choose WINNER$…as opposed to collectively building from the ground up.<\/p>

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So the average Joe is kicked out of the dating circle. The negotiations of dating never appeared aligned – Women are seeking the most resources and committment possible for the least physical access, while Men are seeking an encounter for as little resources and committment as allowed by the Woman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More and more relationship$ appear to be a ‘fool’s game’ of POKER, where the DEALER (Woman) can see all the card$, and the GAMBLER (Man) can’t. Here, the bet is his re$ource$. Does that seem fair in an ‘Equal Opportunity,’ ‘Gender Equality’ World?\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>

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Asking for Donald Trump! Situationships may just be safer than Relationships: zero committment, more freedom, and less spending. Do Men need to finance Lobster Dinners on 1st Dates…or strolls around the block will suffice – since we’re learning about each other? This is probably a bitter pill for Women to swallow.<\/p>

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\u00a0Today’s $uperficial Lifestyles exhibit diverse, cultural and economic landscapes that influence marriage trends. In many regions of the world, factors such as : higher education, employment opportunities, and urbanization contribute to the growing numbers of unmarried Women. Additionally, generational shifts in attitudes today’s marriage plays a crucial role in determining these demographic patterns.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cultural perceptions surrounding Sisterhood also plays an integral part of portraying marriage as an expected milestone – yet increasingly accepting of Sisterhood.\u00a0 Various shifts in socio-economic landscapes have also coerced Women to prioritize career aspirations over marriage. This further delays ‘family planning’ and reduces generational dynamics.<\/p>

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\u00a0Women are now more empowered and opt to pay their own bill$ without the aid of spouses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many thanks to ‘Femininism’ for that subscription. Rural districts seem more prone to honor family values and remain longer in contractual agreements. What does all still say for the future of the Black Family? It’s a planted Landmine waiting to explore!!<\/p>

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Written by : Melvin Bridgewater<\/strong><\/p>

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