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About this quote

What does it mean?
The speaker observes a cultural shift toward sex over romance in his generation.
In plain terms
He thinks romance is fading while focus on sex increases.
What can you take from it?
Notice changes in romantic cultural norms.

Where it applies

  • discussing modern relationships
  • generational comparisons

Putting it to work

  • value traditional romance
  • discuss relationship values

Questions to consider

  • Has your view on romance changed over time?

Another view

Perceptions of romance dying may reflect personal bias rather than fact.

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