Love & Life, Sorted
A Cambridge PhD sociologist's intimate, no-BS talk about love, family and everything in between.
Join Dr. Sandy To, marriage and family sociologist and author of the acclaimed book, China’s Leftover Women: Late Marriage among Professional Women and its Consequences (Routledge), featured in TIME, CNN, BBC, and more, for no-BS conversations about the stuff that really matters: dating as a high-powered career woman, finding a marriage partner over 30, who's doing the work in the marriage, what's the catch on motherhood and fertility etc.
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Love & Life, Sorted
Is It Wrong to Date a Rich Guy? Love vs. Money in Modern Relationships
In this episode of "Date Right 4 Your Type," Dr. Sandy To dives into the age-old debate: Is it wrong to go for the rich guy? Exploring popular romcoms like "The Materialists" starring Dakota Johnson, and "Sweet Home Alabama" with Reese Witherspoon, we uncover why women often end up choosing “love” over “money” in relationships, and why they never seem to coexist. Contrast this with classics like "Pretty Woman" and "Maid in Manhattan," where marrying rich is celebrated. Learn about the two types: Satisficers vs. Maximizers in relationships, the impact of feminism on dating choices, and the importance of owning your decisions—whether prioritizing compatibility or financial security. Perfect for anyone navigating love, money, and modern dating dilemmas. Tune in for insightful relationship advice and romcom breakdowns!
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Key Topics
- The trope of women choosing poor ex-boyfriends over rich suitors in romcoms like "The Materialists" and "Sweet Home Alabama"
- Contrasts with older films such as "Pretty Woman" and "Maid in Manhattan" where dating rich is normalized
- Satisficers vs. Maximizers: Prioritizing compatibility and love vs. seeking both emotional and economic benefits
- The role of feminism in shifting views on women marrying for money
- Money as a key factor in relationships, including cultural references like the Chinese "7 elements of marriage"
- Owning your choices in dating without resentment, and real-life implications of love over money
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