The Suzanne Venker Show 124. The Staggering Costs of Our 21st Century Sexual Free-For-All
Oct 12, 2021
An eye-opening discussion reveals how birth control has reshaped sexual dynamics in the 21st century. It’s shown that while casual sex may seem appealing, it contradicts many women’s natural inclinations for commitment. The complexities of modern dating are examined, highlighting how the stakes have lowered and the dating landscape feels like a minefield. Insights are shared about the emotional responses of men and women to casual relationships, along with a call for reviving traditional dating norms.
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Birth Control Changed Sex Rules
- Birth control revolutionized sex by removing evolutionary constraints, creating a sexual free-for-all with no coherent rules.
- Humans evolved with sex scarcity to ensure commitment, but these rules got destroyed without replacement.
The Lost Stakes of Sex
- Sex is thrilling because traditionally it was scarce and involved high stakes tied to offspring and commitment.
- Now casual sex pressures women against their selective nature, causing a sexual chaos without guardrails.
The Commitment Competition
- Women wanting commitment compete against those pursuing casual sex, leading to a race to the bottom on standards.
- Men find casual sex the "sweetest deal in the universe," complicating efforts for commitment-based relationships.
