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73: Romance Was Never Real: From Courtly Love to the Rise of the Fuckboy feat. Sabrina Strings

Ordinary Unhappiness

CHAPTER

Unpacking Modern Masculinity: The 'Fuck Boy' Phenomenon

This chapter explores the implications of the 'fuck boy' archetype in contemporary relationships, emphasizing its emotional manipulations and societal roots. It critiques media portrayals and societal constructs that perpetuate self-centered behaviors in men, ultimately examining how these dynamics affect women's experiences in romance. The discussion also includes a unique look at the reality show 'Tool Academy' as a lens to understand performative masculinity and the challenges of modern dating.

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