Hypergamy Explained: The Dating Trend Attracting 40% of Americans | Oneindia News
Discover what hypergamy is and why it's becoming popular in modern dating. Learn how this trend impacts relationships and personal aspirations, based on insights from a recent survey of 2,000 Americans.
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00:00Welcome to the evolving world of modern dating, where luxury isn't just about material wealth,
00:08but about meaningful connections and enriching experiences.
00:13According to a new survey, emotional connections have become a necessity in today's dating
00:19scene.
00:20It's not just about being swept off your feet or enjoying exclusive experiences.
00:26It's about truly connecting on a deeper level.
00:30The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults revealed that nearly half consider it luxurious if their
00:37date includes learning about their date's background and having in-depth and intelligent
00:43conversations.
00:44Additionally, 39% believe that having the other person pay for the date in full adds
00:51to the luxury.
00:53When swept off their feet is crucial for 65% of people, with 35% believing the relationship
01:02is doomed if this feeling isn't present on a first date.
01:08Confidence is also key.
01:0980% of respondents find it attractive when others show self-confidence, and 75% admire
01:18pride in personal accomplishments.
01:21Going above and beyond on a first date is a trait appreciated by 73%.
01:27Interestingly, 45% of Americans think it's okay to showcase success and affluence on
01:35a first date.
01:36Financial success plays a major or significant factor in attractiveness for 31% of people.
01:45This reflects a growing interest in modern hypergamy, a concept where one is romantically
01:52attracted to someone of higher socioeconomic status, thereby enhancing their own life.
02:02Nearly 4 in 10 believe that finding a partner with hypergamy traits can significantly contribute
02:08to their personal growth and discovery.
02:11What's time to say goodbye to ordinary dating seems like.
02:16Emotional intelligence ranks high on the priority list, valued by 31% of respondents.
02:23According to an Oxford University study, the word, which at its core means marrying upwards,
02:30actually stems from Hindu tradition and is approximately 3,000 years old.
02:37It is deprived from ancient Sanskrit texts, which was the foundation of all modern human
02:43language.