Damnit! And here I was using the term “red pill” to refer to a stance towards social constructs, not believing and/or not being controlled by them. Now these asshats have twisted both “red pill” and “woke”.

The effects you’ve described on dating are accurate unfortunately. I’m married but my wife and I have decided to open up our relationship. At first, I was uninterested in dating, yet more than happy to let her explore her bisexuality. Not that I was expecting her to go find a hotty and bring her back to our bed. Her taste in women is different than mine.

Eventually I did dip my toes in the online dating space and man is it bleak! I don’t check out other dude’s profiles, but judging by many females’ bios and the reactions I’ve received, this Red Pill ideology has ruined dating and genuine connections. The fear and distrust is quite palpable in the dating space.

I feel guilty sometimes, being in a functioning, happy marriage and yet still exploring relationships with other women. I’d like to think I’m exemplifying a different type of masculinity. I state my red flags up front and try to set proper expectations and boundaries from the start. I’m pretty sure I still come off as a dirty old man though.

Thanks for poisoning the well assholes! And a non-sarcastic and genuine thank you to you, Ossiana, for bringing this to my and others’ attention!