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A recurrent theme is whether women are now more forward than before. Some argue that media portrayals, especially in Hollywood, depict women as increasingly sexually assertive, creating a self-fulfilling prophecy for younger generations. This, coupled with the suppression of organic social interactions, has led to a perception that women feel compelled to make the first move to find connection, often facing hostility or rejection.
However, the consensus among the speakers is that this shift—whether real or perceived—has made men retreat further, reinforcing a vicious cycle where approaches become rarer and more fraught with danger. Ultimately, many believe that this social climate discourages genuine intimacy and does no favors for long-term relationships or societal stability.