In today's society, men's perceptions of mate selection still revolve around traditional criteria. They are usually more inclined to pursue younger, good-looking women, while women of the same age or older are not valued. The reasons for the existence of this phenomenon are complex and diverse, involving social status, economic power, fertility problems, and deep-seated gender role perceptions.
Women in their 40s tend to have significant improvements in social status and economic ability, but this can take a toll on men's self-esteem and make them worry about how they perceive society. In addition, men who want to have children will consider women's fertility as an important consideration, and the fertility problem of women at the age of 40 has become a problem.
Women's standards for mate selection also increase with age, while men's preferences for younger women are linked to society's aesthetic standards for young women. Older single women are often prejudiced in society, not only in the workplace, but also in their personal lives.
It is essential to eliminate age and gender discrimination. We need to be aware that everyone has the right to choose a partner, and that this should be based on suitability, not gender or age. Societies should be more open and inclusive, allowing everyone to freely choose their own way of life.
However, we also need to acknowledge the complexity of this phenomenon. Men's beliefs about mate selection are often not the result of a single cause, but involve a variety of social and cultural factors. In changing this way of thinking, we need to be tolerant and understanding, not blame and attack.
Ultimately, we need to reflect on and challenge existing gender and age stereotypes to promote a more equal and inclusive society. To enable everyone to freely choose their own way of life and not suffer any discrimination and prejudice.