Definitely an over looked point, also job markets were much more accessible and far less competitive or requirement intensive. But by far the biggest thing was effective socialization. I think something women are missing nowadays, much to their own chagrin, is proper socialization mediums. Women are and always will be the far more social creatures and even the most introverted of them, from my anecdotal experiences, still do brighten up and take more charge of their personal and internal worlds when they experience healthy, positive community. Something the internet has all but obliterated in today’s girls and young women. Too much noise, not enough neighborhoods. Again, this is all rather anecdotal and I acknowledge that, just sharing my observations.

Also, happy cake day! (That was my initial reason for replying in the first place but you made a rather interesting point too so I felt compelled to reply more meaningfully lol)