被催婚逼疯的年轻人，开始找「结婚搭子」了

Group 1 - The article discusses the growing trend among young people in China to seek alternative forms of relationships, such as finding a "marriage buddy" to satisfy familial expectations without emotional attachment [5][12][15] - A survey by the Chinese Academy of Sciences indicates that 34% of the post-95 generation no longer view marriage as a given, with 51.8% of college students deeming marriage unimportant, particularly among women [5][12] - The protagonist, referred to as "Xiaomai," expresses that the pressure from her parents to marry has led her to seek a pragmatic solution that allows her to maintain her independence while appeasing her family's traditional views [4][11][18] Group 2 - Xiaomai's experience reflects a broader societal shift where marriage and childbearing are transitioning from being seen as mandatory life milestones to optional choices [5][19] - The concept of a "marriage buddy" is framed as a partnership based on mutual understanding and shared responsibilities rather than romantic love, emphasizing the importance of compatibility in values and lifestyle [12][16] - The article highlights the generational gap in perspectives on marriage, with younger individuals prioritizing personal freedom and career aspirations over traditional family expectations [10][20][23]