Because of the shortage of men in Israel due to war, women developed a scarcity mentality. They felt that their options were limited, so they were willing to fight and persuade men to marry them. There is a stigma in some circles (churches, family, etc.) that there is something wrong with you if you are “still single.” Many singles develop a scarcity mentality. Seeing someone enter into a relationship means that there is one less option out there for them. We can become desperate, manipulative, and even bend our values in hopes of getting married. Singles must realise that a romantic relationship does not define them or increase their worth.