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As the discussion progressed, the role of social media became a focal point. It highlighted how platforms often serve as benchmarks for comparison, skewing expectations within relationships. The inherent pressures of adhering to beauty standards and lifestyle representations can create challenges for Black women, who may internalize these ideals. The notion was raised that some women's requirements in relationships could stem from a culturally ingrained need for security, driven by historical contexts and contemporary social conditions.