SOLVED with Mark Manson How Modern Dating Became Such a Dumpster Fire (ft. Sadia Khan)
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May 22, 2024 
In this engaging conversation, dating and relationships coach Sadia Khan shares her insights on the chaos of modern dating. She discusses how skills that help people navigate dating apps can sabotage long-term happiness. The impact of social media on expectations, the importance of emotional connection over looks, and the role of self-esteem in relationships are all explored. Sadia emphasizes the need for genuine intimacy and accountability, critiquing superficial connections while advocating for authentic relationships.
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Modern Dating as Divorce Training
- Modern dating trains people to prioritize superficial traits and quick replacements.
- This focus on extrinsic values hinders long-term relationship skills and intimacy.
Filtering for the Wrong Things
- People filter for superficial traits like looks, status, and sex in modern dating.
- This is influenced by dating apps, social media, and pornography.
Pre-Tinder Romance
- Mark and his wife met right before Tinder launched.
- They joked about narrowly escaping the modern dating app scene.
