Ok, girl talk. Is the hook up culture all that it makes out to be? Is it really true that “everyone’s doing it”? Here are some top reasons why girls hate the hook-up culture.
1. It’s Awkward.
No one ever talks about how awkward a one-night stand could be. First of all, if you don’t know the person, how much can you really get to know in one night? Second of all, if it doesn’t turn out well, it’s really awkward seeing that person around campus afterwards.
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2. Girls Whose Morals Don’t Align with the Hook-Up Culture Feel Pressured to Change their Morals to Follow the Status Quo.
There is a misconception that “everyone is hooking up” and, there are people glorifying the number of people they’ve hooked up with; but the fact of the matter is, it’s not as common as people think. Some people feel pressured to change their moral values to feel praised or loved, but there are many other ways to find that fulfillment.
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3. The Reputation That Girls Get From It Does Not Equate to the Praise Guys Get From It.
“Slut-shaming” is sadly a real thing. There are different expectations put on women than there are on men when it comes to participating in flings.
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4. A Lot of Emphasis is Put on Outside Appearance, Rather Than the Person as a Whole.
It is hard to get into depth when trying to get to know someone, if there only intention is a one-night stand. Appearances are the main focus and can influence people to present themselves in a certain way. We tend to forget that there is more to a person than how they look.
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5. Chivalry is Dying.
Do people date anymore? Are romantic gestures long forgotten? The hook-up culture skips many steps that may be important for building a long-term relationship. People tend to forget that love is an actual thing and that it can be grown in time.
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Of course, everyone has different opinions on the hook-up culture. Do you and live life, girl! Just maybe sometimes think about the bigger picture and what you really want in life. Experiences can stay with you forever.