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Social media has transformed dating dynamics from localized, community-oriented experiences to highly competitive global interactions. In past eras, a woman in a small town could have met and potentially married a local doctor or lawyer; today, her attention might be diverted by an influencer or celebrity who represents an idealized lifestyle.
This phenomenon is magnified by the accessibility of social media and the way it amplifies the visibility of certain individuals, particularly attractive men with resources, status, or fame. Even average-looking men struggle to compete against these standards when they appear in a digital space where images and presentations are curated to showcase wealth or success.