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#526 - William Costello - Are Incels A Threat To Society?
Modern Wisdom
Height is Key in Dating Dynamics
Effort can significantly improve financial success, social status, and even appearance; however, women's physical attractiveness is often static, with aging diminishing options. Height emerges as a critical factor, as most women set their dating app parameters at over six feet, drastically reducing their potential matches—only 15% of men qualify. Even for those seeking men above six foot three, a mere 3% fit that criteria in America. This height preference creates sociosexual dynamics where men, especially lower-ranked in height, face increased rejection, contributing to reports of rising sexual inactivity among younger men, doubling to 28% in a decade. The top 20% of men experience considerable relationship advantages, while overall mating success among men has not changed significantly. Historical patterns of mating variability are reiterated, where approximately 40% of men father children compared to women, indicating ongoing challenges in partnership formation.
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