The "bird theory" is going viral—What is says about your relationship

There’s a new relationship trend flying around the algorithm. “The bird theory” has taken TikTok by storm. But what can it actually tell you about your relationship?

Here's what you need to know about the theory, and what the host of Sex and Psychology Podcast told Newsweek about it.

Why It Matters

Whether it’s the viral debate about whether having a boyfriend is embarrassing, Gen Z’s death sentence to dating apps, or Americans pursuing AI relationships , in 2025, dating and relationships are in a tricky spot.

As people reckon with the state of the date, social media is helping to push out new dating and relationship trends , prompting people to regularly examine their romantic relationships.

What To Know

First off, what actually is the bird theory?

It involves mentioning