A 20-year-old South Carolina man, Alex Gourdine, has made a controversial statement about relationships, comparing them to staying at a dead-end job for the paycheck. He argued that many people choose a "safe paycheck of love" over a person who meets their needs. His comments were met with support from many who shared their own experiences walking away from relationships that didn't feel right. Relationship experts largely agreed with the idea, but also noted cultural pressure and lack of choice over a relationship. They also noted that dating apps create decision fatigue and the feeling that someone else is always available.