Do you think it is possible for someone to live in celibacy?

Answer 1

Celibacy refers either to being unmarried or to sexual abstinence. A vow of celibacy is a promise not to enter into marriage or engage in sexual intercourse. Some writers use it interchangeably as a synonym for abstinence or chastity, while other writers on sexuality draw a distinction between abstinence and celibacy, stating that celibacy means refraining from any sexual activity with a partner. They argue that this can be empowering, as it still allows that person to be "sexual" (through, for example, masturbation). This would not, however, be referred to as chaste celibacy, as masturbation is not considered a chaste act.

The term involuntary celibacy refers to lack of sexual intercourse for reasons other than (voluntary) abstinence, e.g. shyness / love-shyness

Reasons for celibacy
1) Health reasons, to eliminate the risks of venereal disease.
2) Desire to focus energies on other matters, like social issues.
3)The Greater good: A refusal to reproduce, because it may be detrimental to society by contributing to over-population. Conversely, celibacy could be a means of preventing a hereditary condition or something like HIV from spreading.
4) It could make a relationship less complex and even more democratic. It can be argued that the Christian ideal was celibacy partially for this reason.
5) It could even be a case of no interest in sex.

Answer 2

Yes, it is possible and perhaps even easy for some.

Some humans have a great inspiring goal which can replace sex. Some have an overwhelming fear which can accomplish the same thing. Some have naturally low hormones levels which do not seem to trigger what might be called normal human responses.

And then there are the eunuchs or surgically modified people.

Answer 3

Of course, if the person has something to live for that requires the energy and dedication only a single person can give. But so far, it's mostly been women (sadly....)

Mother Teresa did it. Helen Keller did it.

Answer 4

I think so- I have my whole life, and as sad as it sounds, i'm just not enticed by sex as much anymore as when I was young. Love was always a cruel mistress to me, and so I never really developed the emotional need to be with someone else. I'm 19 and never been kissed. (Wow, I am one sad case now that I think about it). So its possible I think

Answer 5

Yes. It requires a lot of conviction, determination and faith. However, the reason for doing so is the question.

Answer 6

Yes, as long as they are committed to doing so. Personally, that would not be in my top 10 of virtues to posses.

Answer 7

the guy below me is obviously a virgin... so yes it is possible considering most people reading this couldn't do it without paying someone.

Answer 8

yeah
the buddhist had done it
and still doing it
its all in the mind, honey

Answer 9

yes

Answer 10

yeah.. especially if you want to keep yourself pure.
There are other more important aspects of life besides sex.