- Mar 11, 2024
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It seems that this forum, or at least this board, lacks a thread specifically for discussing intimacy, which is an oversight that needs correction. Intimacy goes beyond just physical or reactionary relationships; it covers a wide range of private and personal interactions. For example, intimacy can include confidentially criticizing others or having an in-depth understanding of someone. Even sharing a bond over collective tragedies is a form of intimacy.
The phrase "I can help you" captures the core of intimacy. My interest in you is more than superficial; I value your ability to help me achieve greater things, a quality that many desire. Often, people are looking for both understanding and acceptance to manage their fragile egos, others desire something more to the point; usefulness. This naturally implies trust and often leaves you vulnerable unless you know how to fortify yourself
On the other hand, how does mainstream pornography portray relationships? It generally misses even the basic elements of true interaction. In porn, physical appearance matters little unless it’s off-putting, ignoring the importance usually given to attractiveness. There’s no focus on an individual's unique traits, no detailed exploration of shallow desires such as ego-driven infidelity, or the need to validate one's attractiveness. It also fails to address the complex aspects of relationships that involve betrayal, challenges, or consequences—factors that bring depth and realism to human interactions. Most depictions steer clear of the complexities and responsibilities of marriage, preferring instead to show shallow, drama-free encounters that lack the richness of true intimacy.
. Why is it that in adult-themed video games, male characters are seldom portrayed as married? Why are players frequently cast as female protagonists, despite the apparent lack of female gamers seeking to project themselves into these roles? This curious design choice inevitably leads observers to question whether such games subtly influence players' preferences and identities, nudging them toward alternative sexual orientations.
I frequently assert that life encompasses more than just sexual experiences, a sentiment with which many concur. Pornography has inadvertently become entangled in my expansive and intricately woven web of interests.
Where everyone's agreement with mine ends is where I say relationships are not worth the effort of sacrificing my privacy and intimacy for another. This underscores why alignment of values and expectations in relationships is so crucial and desirable.
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The phrase "I can help you" captures the core of intimacy. My interest in you is more than superficial; I value your ability to help me achieve greater things, a quality that many desire. Often, people are looking for both understanding and acceptance to manage their fragile egos, others desire something more to the point; usefulness. This naturally implies trust and often leaves you vulnerable unless you know how to fortify yourself
On the other hand, how does mainstream pornography portray relationships? It generally misses even the basic elements of true interaction. In porn, physical appearance matters little unless it’s off-putting, ignoring the importance usually given to attractiveness. There’s no focus on an individual's unique traits, no detailed exploration of shallow desires such as ego-driven infidelity, or the need to validate one's attractiveness. It also fails to address the complex aspects of relationships that involve betrayal, challenges, or consequences—factors that bring depth and realism to human interactions. Most depictions steer clear of the complexities and responsibilities of marriage, preferring instead to show shallow, drama-free encounters that lack the richness of true intimacy.
. Why is it that in adult-themed video games, male characters are seldom portrayed as married? Why are players frequently cast as female protagonists, despite the apparent lack of female gamers seeking to project themselves into these roles? This curious design choice inevitably leads observers to question whether such games subtly influence players' preferences and identities, nudging them toward alternative sexual orientations.
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I frequently assert that life encompasses more than just sexual experiences, a sentiment with which many concur. Pornography has inadvertently become entangled in my expansive and intricately woven web of interests.
Where everyone's agreement with mine ends is where I say relationships are not worth the effort of sacrificing my privacy and intimacy for another. This underscores why alignment of values and expectations in relationships is so crucial and desirable.
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