In the Conclusion to Modern Romance, Aziz Ansari collects his main findings from all of his research: 1. “Finding someone today is probably more complicated and stressful than it was for previous generations - but you’re also more likely to end up with someone you are really excited about.� (236) 2. “Technology hasn’t just changed how we find romance; it’s also put a new spin on the timeless challenges we face once we’re in a relationship.� (239) 3. “Treat potential partners like actual people, not bubbles on a screen.� (240) 4. “Don’t think of online dating as dating - think of it as an online introduction service.� (245) 5. “With so many romantic options, instead of trying to explore them all, make sure you properly invest in people and give them a fair chance before moving on to the next one.� (246)
Do you agree with his conclusions? Why or why not?
1. “Finding someone today is probably more complicated and stressful than it was for previous generations - but you’re also more likely to end up with someone you are really excited about.� (236)
2. “Technology hasn’t just changed how we find romance; it’s also put a new spin on the timeless challenges we face once we’re in a relationship.� (239)
3. “Treat potential partners like actual people, not bubbles on a screen.� (240)
4. “Don’t think of online dating as dating - think of it as an online introduction service.� (245)
5. “With so many romantic options, instead of trying to explore them all, make sure you properly invest in people and give them a fair chance before moving on to the next one.� (246)
Do you agree with his conclusions? Why or why not?
What was your “favorite� conclusion? Why?