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A major factor driving this change appears to be the shifting power dynamic. Many Gen Z men, perhaps due to cultural shifts and changing societal expectations, are showing reluctance or reluctance toward traditional masculinity. In contrast, women are gravitating towards men who exemplify strength, stability, and an unshakeable sense of self. Relationship expert Emma Hawthorne emphasizes that "power is what sorts the 'ick' from okay"—implying women seek partners who hold a stable, confident position rather than those seeking to dominate or manipulate.