it seems to me sex is a very natural part of being human however many act as if it is worse then watching death. Our television shows regularly consist of graphic, evil and even cruel violence yet graphic un-violent sex is considered taboo. Hypocrisy? What are your opinions on this?
2006-10-24 17:43:35 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
For the original question, yes, I think they can have emotional issues, but it's not a definate thing. I do think they've been largely programmed to believe in the evils of sex, but I don't think that in itself is an emotional issue. That they have a more negative view on sex doesn't automatically render them emotionally unstable or anything like that.
I'm married, and have a healthy, happy sex life. But you know, the reason it's healthy and happy is that it's personal. If it were shared, it would lose its value. Having graphic sex, violent or non-violent, in movies makes it less personal.
People who feel uncomfortable watching graphic sex scenes probably feel that way because they are basically the "third person" of the sexual encounter, watching from the sidelines (or the cinema seat). Feeling uncomfortable watching sex scenes, or not watching them at all, doesn't render a person emotionally unstable, nor does it mean they think sex in general is "gross" "disgusting" or "dirty." It may just mean they have modesty and old-fashioned values that make them believe sex is a wonderful, PRIVATE thing.
I think it's hypocrisy, but the solution I'd like to see is not to bring in more graphic sex, but to remove much of the violence. I don't see the entertainment value in either. I don't want to watch someone get killed. I don't want to watch a personal sexual encounter that is being shared not with one person, but with millions.
Just because sex is a natural part of being human (it is) doesn't mean it's something that should be flaunted around. Urination and bowel movements are very natural parts of being human, but I have no interest in watching someone take a dump. It's possible to have a healthy view of sex, and respect that it's private.
2006-10-24 18:19:31 · answer #1 · answered by CrazyChick 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not really, no. Those people probably believe that sex is what they do in porn.
You mention about un-violent sex being taboo, while things like Scarface (i heard there's a few headshots in it) aren't.
I think this is another factor in these ppl's beliefs, since society is a major influence on people's minds.
They probably don't know the other side of it. They're not stupid, just ignorant.
2006-10-24 17:51:14 · answer #2 · answered by Roka 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sex was designed by God for the marriage bed alone. To cheapen it via television or the stage is not only 'gross', but it is sinful and a disgrace to all God intended when he gave us this.
I should know. I spent many years changing my bed sheets because I couldn't change my skin. The shame and disgust (No matter how seemingly romantic and perfectly sensual and erotic the sex was) always left me empty and feeling used like a worn out coat in the window of a thrift store.
Now that God has put marriage into perspective for me and shown me what sex inside the boundaries of marriage can be like... (and trust me, it isn't lame, boring or gross), I wish so much that my past had never been. Alas, it is what it is and God allowed me to journey through that existence, perhaps so that today I would appreciate better what it is He has revealed to me through my Christian husband.
I praise God for giving me back the years the locust have devoured.
2006-10-24 17:54:40 · answer #3 · answered by NONAME 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Not exactly hypocrisy, i think. In my place, the culture does consider sex as a bit taboo. some other got the wrong idea about sex, some got trauma from it, and some others are just... hypocrites!
2006-10-24 17:48:28 · answer #4 · answered by voice.from.above 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sex is just a physical act, enjoyed by many, can be viewed as dirty or disgusting. Now if you are a mature adult and you are making love that is a very natural. If you have a problem with that I would think that they either have a physical or emotional problem
2006-10-24 17:50:16 · answer #5 · answered by Nani 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You are almost right bout it... its mainly emotional issues that affect the mind... but most people find this hard to beleive and there might be things said bout this.. some people tend to be shy and want to avoid these situations because of the rejection they might get... but sex is not either all of what you asked.. its a natural instinct
2006-10-24 17:58:21 · answer #6 · answered by Aaron D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont believe they have emotional issues I think that is what they were tought and no it is not their fault, and those of us who can have a good and happy sex life and talk open about sex should be happy and only wish the best for those people who cant feel the same
maybe they are just embarassed.
2006-10-24 17:51:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Culturally, we have shifted quite a bit. Sex was once very open. However, mainly in the Victorian period, sex began to be more closed in. It is not "brainwashing" as some my put it...It is the sociocultural effects of living in today's society.
2006-10-24 18:01:22 · answer #8 · answered by Jimmy R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree, thank god for condoms and enemas. Many daft people don't have the common sense to douche before anal sex. Sad, but true.
2016-03-28 06:50:25 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well the graphic representations mostly shown are difficult for young children(under 10 years) to understand and they do get scared or find it disgusting.... it's a taboo to talk about it in different cultures....
2006-10-24 20:39:16 · answer #10 · answered by azeem 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋