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Central to Horton’s narrative is her attraction to “bad boys” — a common pattern among women seeking excitement yet often left with heartbreak. Articles highlighting her decisions to chase after "Chads" reveal a dissonance between what she wants and what she needs: the thrill of dating these "alpha" personalities versus the stability offered by stable, good men who might actually treat her well. This conflict serves as both a cautionary tale and an exploration of the allure of excitement over security.