in this particular episode we are examining trophyism when it comes to dating. there's also an element of tokenism that may be viewed as well in which a person may be chosen for a relationship for other purposes than just to be a lover.
We take a deep dive into the validation process for individuals that may use a partner in order to exemplify success or status. The causation is one of the most important elements of this to take place. The reasoning as to why a person may feel in some way inferior or unacceptable along with why they may seek that out of others that they can then place lower than they are on the social scale even though they are in a relationship are seeking one.