Couples Therapist: The Real Reason Gen Z Stopped Dating | Esther Perel

Gen Z is experiencing a decline in dating and socializing due to the shift toward a digital-first world. The loss of \"analog\" experiences has led to atrophied social skills, increased anxiety, and a paradox where hyper-connectivity results in profound loneliness. The content emphasizes that genuine intimacy requires embracing friction, vulnerability, and real-world presence.