Evolutionary psychology is a complex topic that is often oversimplified, leading to a net negative result in discussions of gender dynamics. In order to avoid demonizing the other sex and to have a better understanding of mate value, individuals must take a deeper and more nuanced approach to the subject.
This podcast episode explores common dating biases and behaviors for men and women regarding age, fertility, and societal expectations related to resources and status.
The negative viewpoints on masculinity in society contradict the idea that men and women are not different, and can be seen as a social agenda that conflicts with the fantasies of women portrayed in erotica.
Jordan Peterson clarifies that the society distributing women to undeserving men is not what he said, thought or believes in. He highlights how our society lies to 18 or 19 year old women and how it results in unsuccessful mate selection process.
The speaker highlights that the description of human behaviors related to the pandemic is not promoting such practices but rather, observing and generalizing the actions of people. The pandemic arose due to a natural occurrence and not as a result of people's actions.
The sex positive movement has evolved to a more moderate stance with conversations around being more deliberate about surgical choices, and intergenerational voices have pushed the envelope and led to a move towards moderation.