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Dating Doctor On What Women Really Want & The NEW Dating Rules To Attract Women | Dr. Orion Taraban

Jul 10, 2025
Dr. Orion Taraban, a clinical psychologist and thought leader, dives deep into the intricacies of modern dating and what women truly desire. He discusses common misconceptions men have about women and the societal influences shaping these views. Scarcity and filtering as key to female attraction are explored, alongside the importance of sexual marketplace value and its evolution with age. Dr. Taraban provides insights on fostering genuine connections, the impact of upbringing on dating choices, and the complexities of monogamy in today's world.
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INSIGHT

Female Desire Is Highly Socially Driven

  • Women often want what other women want because of mimetic desire and social signal filtering.
  • Social media intensifies this by showing highlight reels that raise anxiety and push women toward the behavioral center.
INSIGHT

Popularity Becomes A Dating Heuristic

  • People use crowds as a heuristic in the sexual marketplace: popularity signals safety and prior vetting.
  • This creates a Matthew effect where the already desirable get more desirable over time.
ADVICE

Spin Up All Four Meeting Channels

  • Use four parallel channels to meet women: apps, cold approach, social circle, and social media.
  • Be strategic and adapt your approach to each channel to increase your odds.
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