“Romantic love is a trap designed to get two people to overlook each other's faults long enough to get some babymaking done. It generally only lasts for a few years at most.”

American self-help author and blogger

Mark Manson is an American self-help author and blogger. He is known for writing about personal growth in a direct, unsentimental style. His work is centered on self-improvement and practical advice, which has made him a widely read voice in the self-help space. He writes for readers looking for straightforward reflections on life, values, and how to handle difficulty.