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Tobin Owl's avatar

The Westermark effect makes a lot of sense to me. Never was attracted to my sister. Only recently realised she was actually pretty.

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John's avatar

" ... the idea of hypergamy."

"Still, it’s hard to deny that a man’s perceived ability to provision a family is a major factor in female mate selection. There’s also something called love, but I guess that’s not scientific."

Women select men according to what they can/will do for them and their children. They're looking for the most secure deal. Men select women according to who/what she is in order to quantify her value, to determine if she is worthy of life-long investment. Both are applying a standard that equates to a happier better life and assurance of successful progeny.

Love is a bonus that some find in the process.

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