[lightspot21]

This would be true if the world were not as highly interconnected as it is. Nobody wants to risk this "failure" being broadcasted and possibly following them through virality. People today are not allowed to "fail safely" so to speak. Not without social penalties even outside their immediate social circle.

[baobabKoodaa]

I know what you mean. The world was definitely different years ago when I met my wife. If I was single today, I don't know if I would take the same risks that I took 10 years ago. That said, I still think those are risks worth taking (even if I myself wouldn't have the balls to take them). If you go in with good intentions and treat people with respect, what's the worst that can happen? I don't think there's a lot of viral potential for a video where a socially awkward guy tries to talk to a woman and walks off after being rejected.