Hey there, I like a lot of what you had to say...maybe I will write a follow-up article because I think you touch upon a lot of things that people aren't saying.
I think what it boils down to is the way we see "dating" has completely changed. The sole purpose of dating used to be finding a partner to marry (or at the very least, commit to for a long period of time). Now it seems to be access to uncommitted sex or free cash and prizes. Everyone feels used and lonely at the end of it. You're right that both genders can afford to do better.
Thanks for reading and sharing your thoughts!