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Do you think that lacking material conditions under captalism is what prevents many people from getting into relationships or finding partners and or friends in general? (lemmygrad.ml)

submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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So there is a loneliness epidemic caused by capitalist alienation. However, I wonder if lack of material conditions also adds to this. I just keep seeing lots of my broke guy friends depressed because they can’t find a partner and it is so hard for them to meet new people. This makes me wonder if their financial situation is the main reason.

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[–] [email protected] 8 points 1 year ago

I don’t think the issue is technology at all. If everyone had enough resources, they would choose in person interactions over online. However, it is more accessible to people to pay 30 bucks a month on internet service that it is to buy a $10k car and having to pay $10 every time they want to go anywhere, plus insurance, registration, etc. Also, having to pay for the activities and having to pay for meals and travel expenses, etc. Interacting online is just more attainable for everyone.