Why are more women single: the Cave-Brain
- luxembourgwoman
- Jul 11, 2023
- 3 min read
Updated: Aug 8, 2023
Why can't we control our wants? Why do we insist on finding happiness in a relationship? The answer is in the way our brain is built to survive. Have you ever wondered why you're so drawn to the big screen? Read on to see the striking parallels.
Lights, camera, action!
Ah, the mesmerising allure of a good movie. Have you ever wondered why you're so drawn to the big screen?
It turns out that our love for movies stems from our ancient brain, a wacky contraption that's still stuck in survival mode. Let's dive into the fun side of evolution and uncover why our brains are wired to be story enthusiasts, just like the great Hollywood moguls!

Lights, Brain, Storytelling
Picture this: a prehistoric world where survival skills were the ultimate currency. Our brains had to be built to love hearing stories.
Why? Because those tales held the key to our survival. The elders shared wisdom about hunting grounds, water sources, and cozy caves for shelter.
Fast forward a few thousand years, and our brain's story-loving segment is still intact. That's right, we're walking around with ancient storytelling circuits in our noggins!

Hollywood Blockbusters and Cave-Dwelling Brain:
Now, let's zoom in on a fascinating case study: the female brain. You see, deep within the female psyche lies a peculiar desire to be a loyal sidekick in a cozy cave, coupled up with her chosen caveman.

Here's the catch – our society has evolved, elevating women to equal partnership with men. The problem? Our biological relationships haven't had time to catch up to this brave new world. It's like being stuck in a romantic time warp!
From Cavewoman to Modern Superwoman:
Despite the ongoing evolutionary sitcom, women have managed to stride onto the next level, creating families and homes just the way they like it (in the Western World). It's a powerful advantage!

But here's the funny part: many women see their independence as problematic. They're yearning for that classic coupling scenario, oblivious to the fact that they're already rocking the single-hood game. It's like our wonderful need for a good story that we exploit now days to entertain ourselves, but deep down it comes from our monkey past.
Surviving in a Rom-Com World:
So, why can't women see the advantage in being alone?
Well, let's face it – our survival-brain is still tricking us. It's wired to believe that coupling is the be-all and end-all for survival.
It's like being hopelessly addicted to watching the next blockbuster hit, unable to resist the allure of a captivating storyline. Our brain just can't help itself! We think that our lives depend on that cave-man who is not there. Not because he is a bad guy, but because we have jumped a big step forward and they simply didn't have to, at least not so far as we did. That leaves us in an evolutionary gap.
The End
As we take a final bow in this comedic journey through the comparison of our movie-loving brains to relationship-loving brains, let's embrace the absurdity of it all.

Our addiction to stories is what made us what we are and it is rooted in ancient times. Just like the hilarious cave-dwelling brain, women find themselves navigating the shifting tides of societal expectations and personal aspirations.
So, grab some popcorn, enjoy the show, and remember: you are staring in a role of the superstar, you are just not seeing it! Your brain is an ancient machine that needs some tweaking, but hey, at least we have a great sense of humor - let's start there!
Lights out, everyone!
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