Modern Dating Feels More Transactional Than Ever? w/Alex

Modern dating feels very different compared to previous generations. Many people feel like relationships today are becoming more transactional, where attraction, status, money, attention, lifestyle, and personal benefits often play a bigger role than emotional connection and genuine compatibility.Dating apps and social media have changed how people meet, communicate, and judge each other. Instead of slowly building connection naturally, many relationships now feel fast, calculated, and heavily influenced by appearances, options, validation, and unrealistic expectations. This has left many people feeling emotionally disconnected even while constantly talking to others online.At the same time, people still deeply want love, loyalty, trust, and meaningful connection. The challenge is balancing modern dating culture with genuine emotional intimacy in a world where relationships can sometimes feel more like negotiations than natural human connection.__________________________________________________