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Current dating culture often prioritizes instant gratification over meaningful connections, leading individuals to abandon relationships prematurely. Consequently, women in their late thirties, reflecting on their singlehood, are expressing disappointment in the systems that promoted independence without guidance on lasting companionship.
The Backlash Against Feminism
While some women celebrate current trends, others voice sentiments suggesting feminism has failed them. Petronella Wyatt, in a poignant article, illustrates her struggle as a single, childless woman. With a perspective steeped in feminist ideology, she remains disillusioned with the outcomes of liberation movements, which promised empowerment but yielded isolation for many women of her generation.