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The Negative Impact of the Internet on Romantic Relationships
52:47 - 1:05:07 (12:20)
The internet has given people access to the most extraordinary aspects of society, leading to unrealistic expectations in romantic relationships that often result in ending potentially good relationships for dumb reasons, such as not wanting to travel to meet family or move to another city.
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The internet has exposed us to the extraordinary and has created a culture of extreme meritocracy where people develop insane checklists of qualifications, making it hard for individuals to ever feel truly satisfied with their achievements.
52:47 - 57:12 (04:24)
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The internet has exposed us to the extraordinary and has created a culture of extreme meritocracy where people develop insane checklists of qualifications, making it hard for individuals to ever feel truly satisfied with their achievements. There is a need for a parallel narrative that values satisfaction and contentment over constant achievement and success.
ChapterThe Negative Impact of the Internet on Romantic Relationships
Episode#340 - Mark Manson - 11 Uncomfortable Truths About Life
PodcastModern Wisdom
The key to transitioning from casual to serious dating is to determine your non-negotiables.
57:12 - 59:52 (02:40)
Summary
The key to transitioning from casual to serious dating is to determine your non-negotiables. Asking yourself what you want in a partner and seeking diversity in dating experiences can help in finding the right person for a serious relationship.
ChapterThe Negative Impact of the Internet on Romantic Relationships
Episode#340 - Mark Manson - 11 Uncomfortable Truths About Life
PodcastModern Wisdom
In this transcript, the speaker talks about how the fear of settling in relationships can lead people to end potentially good relationships for what he considers to be dumb reasons.
59:52 - 1:01:50 (01:58)
Summary
In this transcript, the speaker talks about how the fear of settling in relationships can lead people to end potentially good relationships for what he considers to be dumb reasons.
ChapterThe Negative Impact of the Internet on Romantic Relationships
Episode#340 - Mark Manson - 11 Uncomfortable Truths About Life
PodcastModern Wisdom
Unhealthy relationships are perceived as a power struggle while healthy ones are when both parties act unconditionally, seeing each other as equals and wanting each other to be happy.
1:01:50 - 1:05:07 (03:16)
Summary
Unhealthy relationships are perceived as a power struggle while healthy ones are when both parties act unconditionally, seeing each other as equals and wanting each other to be happy.