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If Men Aren't The Problem, Who Is?

August 14, 2025
If Men Aren't The Problem, Who Is?

The web is abuzz with women expressing frustration, claiming that men aren’t approaching them—despite, as some emphasize, their own attractiveness. The mainstream media frequently echoes this sentiment, portraying relationship challenges as largely driven by men’s behavior and toxicity. 

In a recent viral video, a woman recorded herself curling her hair while lamenting that men in New York rarely approach her attractive friends. She shared a story about how women were stealing “finance bros’” salads at take-out restaurants in Midtown Manhattan, only to later look them up on LinkedIn, sending messages with a coy “oops, I grabbed the wrong salad! Sorry…” to spark conversations. She concluded by labeling men “cheapos,” dismissing their reluctance to engage.

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