And yet they lack introspection and the ability to see themselves as others see them, so are thus locked into that negative pattern. The best case scenario for them is to grow old and cranky with their 20 cats in place of a man (or woman).
Partly, I blame our culture and society; partly I blame their parents who coasted by allowing their kids to be raised by the TV and the values it excretes.
No, even with online dating, it is more difficult to meet people than even 10 years ago. Thanks to sexual harassment, men and women are on eggshells in the office, and just saying you look nice today could get you fired. Bars and clubs...meat markets, get an STD. Some friends just do not “set up” their single friends, they fear if it does not work out their friendship will be affected. And joining activities? Come on, who has time for that? You end up going to Barnes and Noble and pray for just that “Sleepless in Seattle” accidental bump into one another leading to asking for a number.