Japanese magazine ridiculed for 'Socrates' dating advice

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TOKYO (AFP): A Japanese magazine that advised women to compliment men on their intelligence by saying 'You sound like Socrates' has been ridiculed in the country ranked one of the world's worst for gender parity.

TOKYO : A Japanese magazine that advised women to compliment men on their intelligence by saying"You sound like Socrates" has been ridiculed in the country ranked one of the world's worst for gender parity.

A picture of the page sparked mirth when it was shared on Twitter - with some users noting that Socrates did not live happily ever after, as he was sentenced to death by drinking poison. The tips were based on a comic book by a female manga artist, the magazine said, playing on a popular trope where women compliment men and feign stupidity.

 

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