The way it ALL ENDS: the five endgames that all women face

PsycHacks
21 Aug 202319:48

Summary

TLDRDr. Orion Taraban discusses the modern sexual marketplace and its implications for women, highlighting the phenomenon of female hypergamy and the increasing difficulty for women to find partners as they age. The talk explores the traditional gender roles in courtship, the changing dynamics between men and women, and the potential outcomes for women based on their choices and societal trends. Dr. Taraban suggests that most women will end up with a suitable partner, but not necessarily their first choice, leading to potential marital dissatisfaction.

Takeaways

  • πŸ“‰ The current sexual marketplace sees fewer people marrying, entering relationships, or even hooking up than ever before, with female hypergamy being a primary driver.
  • πŸŽ“ Childless women under 30 in the West are outperforming men in education and earnings, contributing to the trend of women 'dating up'.
  • πŸ’ Traditional gender roles persist, with men expected to make the first move in relationships, a norm that has not evolved with changing societal views.
  • πŸ‘©β€πŸ¦³ As women age, their sexual market value decreases, leading to a smaller pool of suitable partners and a potential mismatch with their expectations.
  • πŸ”„ The dynamics of the sexual marketplace change at 30, when men's sexual market value typically exceeds women's for the first time.
  • πŸ† High-performing men have more options and may be reluctant to commit to one person, creating a paradox where women's demands become more expensive over time.
  • πŸ€” There are five possible end games for women in the current sexual marketplace, ranging from securing a high-value man to remaining unpartnered.
  • πŸ›οΈ Women's reluctance to lower their 'price tags' (expectations) makes it less likely for them to secure a high-value man as time goes on.
  • πŸ‘œ The analogy of designer bags suggests that most women are not in the 'one percent' and thus less likely to 'afford' or attract the top 10 percent of men.
  • πŸ§β€β™€οΈ Approximately 25% of women are unmarried by 40, and the trend suggests that this figure may continue to rise, with many women unintentionally remaining childless.
  • 🌟 The key to navigating the sexual marketplace is adaptability; women who adjust their expectations to the changing conditions are more likely to secure the relationship they desire.

Q & A

  • What is the main topic of Dr. Orion Taraban's talk?

    -The main topic of Dr. Orion Taraban's talk is the current state of the sexual marketplace, focusing on the phenomenon of fewer people getting married, entering relationships, or even hooking up, and the implications of female hypergamy and the changing dynamics between men and women in the context of relationships.

  • What is the significance of the statement 'it all ends' in the title of the talk?

    -The statement 'it all ends' refers to the potential outcomes or 'end games' for women in the context of the sexual marketplace, particularly as they age and face the consequences of the existing dynamics between men and women in relationships.

  • Why does the speaker mention that fewer people are getting married, entering into relationships, or hooking up than ever before?

    -The speaker mentions this trend to highlight the unprecedented lows in relationship formation and to explore the reasons behind it, including female hypergamy and the success of young women relative to young men, which affects the dynamics of the sexual marketplace.

  • What is 'female hypergamy' as discussed in the script?

    -Female hypergamy refers to the tendency of women to seek partners who are of a higher status, earning, or educational level than themselves. This is a significant factor in the current dynamics of the sexual marketplace, as it contributes to the challenge of finding suitable partners, especially for high-performing young women.

  • How does the speaker describe the role of women as 'gatekeepers of sex' and men as 'gatekeepers of commitment'?

    -The speaker describes women as 'gatekeepers of sex' because, traditionally and in most cultures, women have more control over when and with whom they engage in sexual relationships. Men are referred to as 'gatekeepers of commitment' because they are typically expected to make the first move towards a more committed relationship, such as marriage.

  • What is the significance of the age of 30 in the context of the sexual marketplace value (SMV) for men and women?

    -The age of 30 is significant because it is the point at which the average male's sexual marketplace value exceeds that of the average woman's for the first time. This shift in SMV affects the dynamics of relationship formation and the perceived 'cost' of the 'offer' men make to women.

  • What are the five possible 'end games' for women as discussed in the script?

    -The five possible 'end games' for women are: (A) keeping their standards high and securing a high-value man, (B) lowering their standards to secure a high-value man, (C) keeping their standards high but settling for a lower-value man, (D) lowering their standards but still settling for a lower-value man, and (E) neither securing nor settling, resulting in remaining unpartnered.

  • Why does the speaker suggest that scenario A (keeping price tags high and securing a high-value man) is the least likely outcome?

    -Scenario A is considered the least likely outcome because men with high sexual marketplace value have many options and are unlikely to 'settle' for one woman when they can have multiple potential partners. Additionally, as women age and their SMV decreases, the 'offer' from men remains the same, making it increasingly expensive and less attractive for high-value men to commit.

  • What is the speaker's perspective on the trend of women remaining unmarried and childless?

    -The speaker acknowledges that the trend of women remaining unmarried and childless is increasing, especially among high-earning women with advanced degrees. However, they suggest that for many women, this outcome is unintentional and not necessarily desired, particularly as societal expectations and personal desires for family and commitment can change with age.

  • How does the speaker use the analogy of designer bags to explain women's choices in the sexual marketplace?

    -The speaker uses the analogy of designer bags to illustrate how women may be willing to pay a high 'price tag' (high standards) for a product (partner) that they perceive as being of high value. However, they also point out that most women are not in the 'one percent' and may need to lower their standards (price tags) to find a suitable partner, similar to how a consumer might opt for a discounted or less expensive product if the high-value item is out of reach.

  • What advice does the speaker offer to women based on the discussion?

    -The speaker advises women to be aware of the changing dynamics and potential outcomes in the sexual marketplace as they age. They suggest that women should consider their options and the likelihood of different outcomes, and that they may need to adjust their expectations or 'price tags' to secure a relationship that they desire.

Outlines

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🌟 Introduction to the Sexual Marketplace and Female Hypergamy

Dr. Orion taraban introduces the topic of the video, which is the current state of the sexual marketplace and how it affects women. He notes that fewer people are getting married or entering relationships, and attributes this trend partly to female hypergamy. He discusses how childless women under 30 are outperforming men in various metrics, leading to a smaller pool of suitable partners due to women's tendency to 'mate up'. The video also touches on the traditional gender roles in courtship, where men are expected to make the first move, and questions why this custom persists despite changes in other gender norms.

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πŸ“ˆ Possible Outcomes for Women in the Sexual Marketplace

The video outlines five potential outcomes for women in the sexual marketplace, based on their hypergamy and the dynamics of male-female interactions. These outcomes range from women successfully securing a high-value man to ending up unpartnered. The speaker emphasizes that the likelihood of each outcome varies, with some being more plausible than others. He uses the analogy of purchasing a designer bag to explain why women might opt for different strategies in the mating market, ultimately affecting their choices and the potential outcomes.

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🎯 Analyzing the Dynamics of Mate Selection and Competition

This paragraph delves into the dynamics of mate selection, highlighting the competition among women for the top 10 percent of men and the paradox that arises from it. The speaker explains that the men who are most desirable are least likely to commit, as they have many options. He argues that most women will not end up with the 'Versace' of men, as they are not in the 'one percent' of women who can 'afford' such a high-value partner. The discussion also touches on the reality that many women will face the choice between settling for less or remaining single, and predicts that a significant portion will end up with lower-value men who are willing to pay a higher 'price tag'.

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πŸ•°οΈ The Changing Game for Women Over Time

The speaker discusses how the 'game' changes for women as they age, particularly after the age of 30, when the average male's sexual market value exceeds that of the average woman's for the first time. He emphasizes the importance of planning for the future, as many women unintentionally end up childless or in less desirable relationships. The speaker also notes that high-earning, highly educated women are more likely to face challenges in the mating market due to their age, career focus, and resistance to lowering their standards, leading to a higher likelihood of unintentional childlessness and settling for less in relationships.

πŸ’‘ Final Thoughts on Relationship Dynamics and Choices

In the conclusion, the speaker reflects on the distribution of endgame likelihoods for women based on their strategies in the sexual marketplace. He suggests that most women will end up with a 'serviceable option' but may not secure their first choice of partner. The speaker encourages women to consider the value of their potential partners beyond their perceived 'market value' and to reframe their expectations to find happiness in their relationships. He also reminds viewers that the current odds are the most favorable they will face and encourages them to reflect on the discussion in the comments section.

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Keywords

πŸ’‘Female Hypergamy

Female hypergamy refers to the social phenomenon where women tend to seek partners who are of a higher social, economic, or educational status than themselves. In the context of the video, this behavior is identified as a primary driver for the current state of the sexual marketplace, where fewer people are entering into relationships or marriage due to the mismatch between women's expectations and the performance of men in the same demographic.

πŸ’‘Sexual Marketplace Value (SMV)

Sexual Marketplace Value (SMV) is a concept used to describe an individual's perceived desirability or attractiveness in the context of dating and mating. It is influenced by various factors such as age, physical appearance, social status, and financial stability. In the video, SMV is used to analyze the dynamics between men and women in the dating scene, particularly how it changes with age and affects relationship outcomes.

πŸ’‘Gatekeepers of Sex and Commitment

The terms 'gatekeepers of sex and commitment' refer to the traditional gender roles where women are seen as the deciders or controllers of sexual encounters, while men are expected to be the initiators or proposers of commitment, such as marriage. This concept is highlighted in the video to illustrate the power dynamics in romantic relationships and how they contribute to the current challenges faced by women in finding suitable partners.

πŸ’‘Intersexual Competition

Intersexual competition is the rivalry between individuals of the same sex for the attention and affection of potential mates. In the video, this concept is used to describe the intense competition among women to attract the top percentage of men who are highly desirable, leading to a situation where most women end up 'priced out' of the market if they maintain high standards for potential partners.

πŸ’‘End Games

In the context of the video, 'end games' refer to the potential outcomes or destinations that women may reach in their pursuit of romantic relationships and partnerships. These outcomes are influenced by factors such as personal preferences, societal expectations, and the dynamics of the sexual marketplace. The video outlines five possible 'end games' for women, ranging from securing a high-value partner to remaining unpartnered.

πŸ’‘Behavioral Economics

Behavioral economics is an interdisciplinary field that studies the effects of psychological factors on the economic decisions of individuals and institutions. It combines insights from psychology and economics to understand how people make choices that affect their financial well-being. In the video, behavioral economics is used to analyze the decision-making processes of women in the dating market, particularly how they evaluate potential partners and the trade-offs they make.

πŸ’‘Unpartnered and Childless

The term 'unpartnered and childless' describes individuals who are not in a committed romantic relationship and do not have children. In the video, this term is used to discuss one of the potential outcomes for women in the dating market, particularly those who are unable or unwilling to lower their standards or settle for less desirable partners.

πŸ’‘Reproductive Window

The 'reproductive window' refers to the period in a person's life when they are biologically capable of bearing children. In the context of the video, it is mentioned as a factor that can influence women's decisions in the dating market, especially as they age and face societal and personal pressures to start a family.

πŸ’‘Low-Grade Marital Dysfunction

Low-grade marital dysfunction refers to minor, ongoing issues or dissatisfaction within a marriage that do not necessarily lead to divorce but can cause persistent unhappiness or conflict. In the video, this concept is used to describe the dissatisfaction that can arise when one partner feels they have 'settled' for someone who is not their first choice, leading to a lack of fulfillment in the relationship.

πŸ’‘Rational Decision-Making

Rational decision-making involves making choices based on logical considerations and the pursuit of one's self-interest. It is a concept from economics and decision theory that assumes individuals act to maximize their benefits while minimizing costs. In the video, rational decision-making is discussed in the context of women's choices in the dating market, particularly how they weigh their options and the potential outcomes of different strategies.

πŸ’‘Market Dynamics

Market dynamics refer to the forces that drive changes in the behavior of a market, such as supply and demand, competition, and consumer preferences. In the video, market dynamics are applied to the context of romantic relationships, analyzing how the interplay between the number of available partners, individual preferences, and societal expectations shape the outcomes for individuals in the dating market.

Highlights

The current state of the sexual marketplace is at historically unprecedented lows with fewer people getting married, entering relationships, or even hooking up.

Female hypergamy, where women tend to mate and date up, is a primary driver for the decline in relationships and marriages.

Young women are outperforming men in almost every quantifiable metric, especially in education and earnings.

Despite modern views, the traditional gender role of men making the first move in relationships persists.

The average male's sexual marketplace value exceeds the average woman's for the first time at age 30.

As women's sexual marketplace value decreases with age, the same offer from men becomes increasingly expensive over time.

There are five possible end games for women in the sexual marketplace, ranging from securing a high-value man to remaining unpartnered.

High-performing attractive young women set a high barrier to entry, leading to intense intersexual competition.

Men who have what women want are the least likely to commit, as they have more options available to them.

The least likely outcome for women is to keep their standards high and secure a high-value man, as this only happens about one percent of the time.

The most likely outcome for women is to end up with a lower value man who is willing to pay a higher price tag.

About one in four women will end up unpartnered and childless, a proportion that is rapidly growing.

Many women unintentionally end up childless, with the highest proportion being among high-earning women with advanced degrees.

The fear of missing out and societal pressure can lead women to settle for less desirable relationships.

Most women end up with the relationship they want but not with the man they would prefer, leading to low-grade marital dysfunction.

The key to a satisfying relationship may be reframing the value of what is attainable rather than focusing on what is out of reach.

The current odds ratios are skewed against women as they age, and their best chance to secure the desired relationship may be now.

Transcripts

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I'm Dr Orion taraban and this is cycax

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Better Living Through psychology and the

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topic of today's short talk is the way

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it all ends

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so this is a long one but it's an

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important one it's also one for the

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ladies so guys forward this on to your

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sisters and daughters they need to hear

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this

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all right let's start by taking a high

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level look at the state of the sexual

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Marketplace in the present day shall we

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fewer people are getting married

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entering into relationships or even

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hooking up than ever before all three of

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these things are at historically

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unprecedented lows and there are many

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many reasons for this however one of the

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primary drivers of this phenomenon as

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discussed in the previous episode is

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female hypergamy

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coupled with the reality that in the

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west young women are doing very well

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childless women under 30 are

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outperforming men in that demographic in

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almost every quantifiable metric and

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most notably in education and earning

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yay women

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that said if women retain their tendency

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to mate and date up and if young men are

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underperforming relative to young women

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then there will simply be a smaller and

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smaller pool from which most women would

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be willing to select a partner and since

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women are The Gatekeepers of sex and Men

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Are The Gatekeepers of commitment and

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since sex precedes commitment in the

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west we see the trickle-down effect

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mentioned before less sex leads to fewer

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relationships leads to fewer marriages

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now this would actually be a much easier

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problem to solve were it not for one

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little thing namely women despite all

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their modern ideas about gender sex and

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power are still waiting for the offer

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as discussed previously across all

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cultures and throughout history the man

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has been expected to proposition the

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woman

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this proposition can range from you up

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to can I buy you a drink sometime to

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will you marry me but it is always the

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man who makes the offer to the woman

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and this is peculiar because there

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doesn't seem to be like a necessary

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reason for this like if we can

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collectively question the necessity of

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pretty much every other traditional

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gender role I'm not sure why this one

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has survived to the present day and just

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for the record I would love to be taken

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out to dinner like if you want to make

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all the plans and pay for everything or

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if you want to invite me over for a

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home-cooked meal I would be thrilled to

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show up and look pretty

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provided of course you are sufficiently

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attractive you meet all of my criteria

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and you don't assume I'm just going to

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sleep with you because that would be

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creepy and my eyes are up here

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in any case and for whatever reason

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women don't seem interested in occupying

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this traditionally male role in the

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courtship process at all ages and at all

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levels of commitment they are still

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waiting for the offer now on the surface

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this doesn't seem to cause too many

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problems for women in their 20s the

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offers might be coming in hard and fast

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and it may reasonably seem like it's

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only a matter of time before an even

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better offer comes in and they'll accept

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when they're ready however this attitude

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while understandable leads to a number

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of Fairly predictable Downstream

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consequences this is because the game

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changes at 30.

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previously discussed 30 is the age at

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which the average male sexual

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Marketplace value exceeds the average

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woman's sexual Marketplace value for the

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very first time

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and since men are presumably expected to

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make the same ultimate offer namely

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marriage or a lifetime of commitment

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protection and provision to a woman in

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her 20s as to a woman in her 30s or

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Beyond

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and since women's sexual Marketplace

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value decreases across the same timeline

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all other things being equal the same

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offer becomes increasingly expensive as

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the woman ages

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I'll say that again in a slightly

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different way since the offer is the

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same but a woman's sexual Marketplace

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value decreases as she ages the same

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offer becomes increasingly expensive as

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a function of time

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what this generally means is that if

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women don't adapt to changing conditions

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they may find themselves priced out of

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the market especially since they seem

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hell-bent against making the offer this

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is why Mick Jagger crooned that time was

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on his side

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yes it is

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all right let's try to put this all

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together shall we given all the factors

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that we've discussed thus far female

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hypergamy young women's success relative

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to young men changing smv as a function

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of time and the fact that women aren't

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making offers to men there are actually

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only a few different ways this can

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possibly turn out in fact if we play the

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chess out 20 moves we see that there are

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only five possible end games here for

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women

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can't give the exact odd ratios but some

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are much more plausible than others

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let's briefly walk through all five

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scenarios

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remember

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High performing attractive young women

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set an extremely high barrier to entry

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their success coupled with their

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hypergamy means that there are fewer

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potential mating and dating options for

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them their price tags the value required

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to overcome their entry barriers to a

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sexual relationship are very very high

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and since the majority of women are

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gunning for the same top 10 percent of

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men the intersexual competition is

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astounding

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now on the other hand while women are

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doing very well the men to whom they are

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hypergamously attracted are by

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definition doing even better

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these 10 percent of men have incredible

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optionality and they may understandably

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be reticent to forego the buffet for the

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same meal for the rest of their lives

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this creates the ironic Paradox that the

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men who have what women want are the

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least likely to give it to them

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let me say that again the men who have

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what women want are the least likely to

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give it to them from their perspective

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the women's demands are too expensive

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and they only become more expensive as a

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function of time

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and this phenomenon will intensify as

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the trends we've discussed continue

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what this means is that given the

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assumptions I've already mentioned there

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are only five end games for women as

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you'll see they logically cover all

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possible outcomes here they are

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a women keep their price tags High beat

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out the intersexual competition and

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secure the high value man

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B women lower their price tags in order

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to beat out the intersexual competition

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and secure the high value man

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C women keep their price tags High fail

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to beat out the intersexual competition

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and settle for a lower value man

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D women lower their price tags still

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fail to beat out the intersexual

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competition and settle for a low value

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man

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and E women neither secure nor settle

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and end up unpartnered there are

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literally no other ways for the game to

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end

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so which outcome is most likely

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feel free to pause the episode and take

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a guess

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now since we're talking about behavioral

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economics and the exchange of value the

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easiest way to approach an answer to

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this question is to consider what you a

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woman would do if you were shopping

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to that end would you ever ever buy the

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exact same product from one vendor if

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you could get it more cheaply and easily

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somewhere else

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of course not

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and that's why though this is going to

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be hard for some women to appreciate the

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most unlikely outcome by far

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is scenario a

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keeping your price tag high with men who

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are Awash in optionality ain't gonna

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lead to a sale

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that's it do you sometimes pay much more

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for a product from one vendor even

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though you could get a similar product

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more cheaply and easily elsewhere

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you do

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almost every woman I know owns a

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designer bag which is a sack to hold

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things

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you don't need to spend thousands of

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dollars on a sack but you do need to

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spend thousands of dollars on a Versace

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sack now Versace can charge thousands of

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dollars for a sack because they have

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demonstrated proof that women will pay

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thousands of dollars they can beat out

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all the other sacks they are the one

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percent of sacks and a woman needs to be

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a one percent woman

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to have a Versace price tag By

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definition most women are not one

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percent women

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they will lose to the intersexual

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competition for the top 10 percent of

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men

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if they keep their price tags High

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this is not because these men can't

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afford the price tag but because like

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you they are not going to spend more

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than they need to for the exact same

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product so scenario a is the least

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likely it only happens about one percent

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of the time

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next appreciate the fact that even if

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every one of these top 10 percent of men

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wanted to get married and settle down

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and they definitely don't that would

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mean by definition a maximum of only 10

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percent of women could possibly end up

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with one of these high value men and

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since one percent of women end up in

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scenario a and since roughly one-third

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of the remaining men in this category by

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a conservative estimation will be

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uninterested in settling down at any one

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time this means that about six percent

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of women can possibly end up in scenario

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B making it the second least likely

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outcome

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and of course the cost of securing this

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outcome is women lowering their price

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tags women are you more likely to buy

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the Versace sack at full retail or when

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it's on sale even if you could afford

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the full retail wouldn't you be more

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motivated to act by the discount

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of course you would because that's

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rational and if Versace wants to reach a

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clientele that would otherwise be priced

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out of its regular product that is

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exactly what Versace needs to do

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excellent we've covered the first two

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options and there are still 93 percent

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of women left unaccounted for where are

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they going to go

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well since we know that 25 percent of

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women are unmarried at 40. a figure

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that's increased a whopping 25 in just

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the last 10 years and seven percent of

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women end up in the first two categories

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that means that about two-thirds of

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women will face endgames C and D

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and since my impression is that women

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reproductive window notwithstanding

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would genuinely and understandably

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prefer to remain unpartnered than resign

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themselves to a less desirable

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relationship with a lower value man I

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don't think there's an equal split here

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that said the desire for children and

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commitment can be very powerful in women

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especially as they age so there is a

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split to be made

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my hunch is that about 15 percent of

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women end up in scenario D they lower

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their price tags still fail to beat out

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the intersexual competition and settle

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for a lower value man making it the

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third least likely outcome

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and these women typically end up here

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out of pressure necessity

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women would you ever pay twenty dollars

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for a mediocre sandwich probably if you

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were at the airport and you didn't plan

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properly

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in this scenario the prospect of going

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12 hours without food is more

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distasteful than being gouged for a

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disappointing meal you will be willing

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to pay more for less if the prospect of

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going entirely without is more painful

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seen from the opposite perspective this

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is why producers who create on a regular

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Cadence everyone from car manufacturers

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to fashion designers to local bakeries

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radically discount their products right

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before the newer fresher products are

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released

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this is designed to capture customers

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who for whatever reason are unwilling or

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unable to wait just a little bit longer

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for a better option hence pressured

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necessity if you need the sale and your

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product is expiring this is how you

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motivate action

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now next up is scenario e

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these are women who are unable to secure

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and unwilling to settle and they

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constitute a rapidly growing proportion

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of the population as of right now about

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one in Four Women will face this end

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game and I think it will soon become one

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in three making it the second most

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likely outcome

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it's too harsh to say that these women

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end up alone after all there are people

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everywhere with whom you can have

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satisfying relationships but they end up

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unpartnered and childless

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in 2020 nearly 60 percent of women under

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30 in the U.S were childless and frankly

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this doesn't seem to bother most women

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in this demographic many of them are

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thriving making good money traveling the

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world prioritizing their friends and

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their interests and receiving lots of

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offers however as I can apparently never

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say enough the game changes at 30. just

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like a lot changes between the ages of

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19 and 29 A lot changes between the ages

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of 29 and 39.

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Windows shorten clocks wind down and the

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fear of missing out rears its ugly head

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failing to plan is planning to fail

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according to a 2010 meta-analysis only

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10 percent of ultimately childless women

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actively chose not to become mothers and

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about 10 percent of the remaining women

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could not become mothers due to medical

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reasons that means about 80 percent of

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women who never have children arrived at

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this outcome unintentionally

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and this is not an even distribution

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across all women the proportion of

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unintentionally childless women is

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significantly the highest among

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high-earning women

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with Advanced degrees

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namely

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with the women who were performing so

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well in their 20s

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men are typically not as interested in

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making offers to these women not as is

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commonly believed because they are

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intimidated by successful women that is

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a cope for the women in question but

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because these successful women are older

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it takes time to get an advanced degree

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and build a career and as we've seen all

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other things being equal the same offer

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becomes more expensive as a function of

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time

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these women are also the least likely to

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surrender their hypergamous Tendencies

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after all they've worked very hard to

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get to where they are so why would or

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should they settle

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it's an excellent question however the

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upshot here is that these women tend to

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price themselves out of the market more

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frequently than their less educated

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lower earning and younger competition

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and that leaves scenario C since these

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five end games cover all the mutually

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exclusive outcomes we can estimate that

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53 percent or roughly half of all women

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will end up with lower value men willing

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to pay a higher price tag

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while a high value man with lots of

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options may not be willing to offer say

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sexual exclusivity or a lifetime

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commitment a lower value man who might

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not be able to access the same sexual

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opportunity otherwise might

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these men must offer more to compensate

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for their lower attractiveness this

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means that most women end up with the

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relationship they want but not with the

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man they would prefer

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and this is what leads to a lot of

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low-grade marital dysfunction as Chris

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Rock put it the number one reason why

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your woman's always mad is because you

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ain't her first choice

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link below

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not all women can afford a Versace sack

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but that typically doesn't stop them

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from wanting one and this can make them

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envious and unhappy especially if

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they're scrolling

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on the other hand some women can

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successfully resolve this dissonance by

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making a virtue out of a necessity which

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all things being equal is actually a

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very useful reframe that is rather than

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focus on the sack they wanted but

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couldn't afford they recast the knockoff

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they bought at a significant discount as

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just as good after all the knockoff sack

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can hold at least as much as the Versace

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sack and it may even be the more

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practical accessory for most occasions

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so what's the upshot at the end of the

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day most women will end up with a

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perfectly serviceable option so there's

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no need to give in to Panic or dread

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so this is the approximate distribution

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of endgame likelihood when we look 20

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moves ahead and this distribution hinges

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on women's continued reticence to make

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the offer whether it's for a date or for

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a lifetime of provision the game will

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change significantly if and when they

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cross that threshold but this is how it

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roughly looks under the current state of

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play

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just keep in mind that these are kind of

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Ideal odds ratios they skew more

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disadvantageously to the women as the

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years go by

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for most women they will never have a

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better chance of securing the

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relationship they want with the man they

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prefer

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than today

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this has been real talk with psychics

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