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This article will never get old because the truths it speaks are timeless.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-attraction-doctor/201204/why-are-men-frustrated-dating
And he offers the most ageless solution imaginable for men seeking to escape the dystopia of modern dating
Men who do this will be a hundred times more successful than any male feminist ever will be. That includes you, RoryN.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-attraction-doctor/201204/why-are-men-frustrated-dating
Essentially, many men report that they find modern dating a primarily punishing affair. Changing social norms has allowed few avenues by which they can be both acceptable as a relationship partner and attractive as a sex partner. As a result, at least half of their needs are unfulfilled, regardless of the decision they make.
If men choose to follow social norms and become compliant as "good guys," they may get a "relationship partner." However, due to women's social vs. biological double-bind, these compliant men may also not be "attractive" to those same relationship partners (Buss & Shackelford, 2008). As a result, they may be punished by their girlfriend's/wife's lack of sexual interest, being cheated on, or disrespected as a "pushover." These men may further be regarded as "just friends"—expected to pay for all of the costs of a relationship, without the physical and intimate benefits (see here).
And he offers the most ageless solution imaginable for men seeking to escape the dystopia of modern dating
What Some Men Do About It
3) Holding High Standards. Yet other men continue to hold high standards for both themselves and their partners. They invest in their own attractiveness, value, and success. They also treat partners equitably according to their behavior, worth, and contributions to the relationship. These men further qualify and screen partners well, not selling themselves short for less than they deserve. This approach takes constant effort though—both in the man maintaining his own standards, and in his motivating and inspiring others to do so too. It also requires patience in searching for someone who can live up to those desired standards. However, these efforts are often met with a partner who is attracted to them, respectful, and attractive for them too.
Men who do this will be a hundred times more successful than any male feminist ever will be. That includes you, RoryN.