copperfox22 said:Come on, admit it—this is way more profound than anything involving actual sense or logic. 😁
I suppose I agree. Some might argue it’s just deep for the sake of being deep... though, if I may be so bold, I find it both profound and genuinely wise.
p.s. This whole business regarding bans is such an absurd disciplinary measure. I believe Humphrey was banned decades ago... back when the internet wasn't even a thing yet 😁—it probably would have sparked a full-blown revolution by now. 👎
And we’re discussing the psychology of genitalia... I suppose if that is where you intend to take things, there isn't much room left for any truly profound subjects, is there? 🤣
restlessviper5 said:Actually, I think being female should be celebrated constantly—by women themselves and by men, for that matter. A man with true backbone wouldn't see femininity as anything less than nature's greatest gift. 😉 Anyone who's intimidated by a woman's success, or thinks a woman isn't fit to lead the world, clearly lacks confidence in their own masculinity. To put it plainly, they lack grit. Personally? If there were a truly capable Queen, I’d be honored to serve as her top soldier. But if I had the talent to wear the crown myself, I’d take it. If not, I’d gladly bow to her visost. 🙇 I really don't care who sits on the throne, as long as they know what they're doing.🤷
On the contrary!
In my rather modest opinion, there shouldn't be any distinction at all 😛 (and by that, I mean there is absolutely no difference)
Rebecca Chase5 said:So, it comes down to having balls... or lacking them entirely.
It really is... and after all this time, it's almost overwhelming how many people have lost their lives—fighting, and still fighting—just for those "damn" fundamental human rights. It’s a staggering level of primitivism, really; this idea that technological progress or "civilization" somehow excuses such behavior. If it weren't so deeply tragic, I suppose it might actually be laughable.😲
"That's just our nature and how society works... let a child be born, but make sure it's a boy."☕
rowdywolf1 said:Concavity equals greed. Every move a woman makes is driven by greed because she’s basically wired to take rather than give. That’s why they get jealous of everything in sight—honestly, even their own partner—just because of what he's packing down there. It’s the exact opposite for men.
That is an incredibly reductive way to look at things 😁 ... I find myself wondering why I never experience jealousy ☕ ... if nothing else, I suppose I just know when I am actually with a decent woman 😍
Lisa Hernandez3 said:Social structures, objectifying practices—or even just things that stem from our biological reality—all define the environment where we go about defining ourselves subjectively. Most of the time, we define ourselves in response to those visible forms or established frameworks. That feeling of not being subordinate is also a reaction to certain forms that are unavoidable within a specific cultural circle, even as biological beings. Take something like *Rosemary's Baby* or *Blue* from the *Three Colors* trilogy; they have these recognizable motifs that speak to something universal—we have symbols, contexts, paradigms. So, there isn't really a "should"—in *Blue*, a male (subjugated) ego complicates all those points to such a bizarre degree that any kind of dictate or sense of obligation becomes a completely irrelevant viewpoint. My own little female ego is also a bit of a complicating factor, I suppose, but in this context, it's irrelevant.
On the contrary, my own slight masculine ego—if one can even call it that, given how much smaller it actually is—insists that it is quite relevant... much like that certain stubborn streak in men that compels one to keep digging and refusing to let things end so easily, no matter how much it might hurt.😁
...and since I was banned, I've lost my rhythm entirely.👎
Please, try to offer an objective opinion on this topic. -.-
But what are you, really... or rather... aren't you simply the persona you believe yourself to be?
Shall we attempt to approach this with some actual seriousness?
If you believe you possess control, do you truly hold it? Or is it merely a psychological necessity to believe that you do?
It seems to me, quite often, that the people around me exert control over everyone else, yet they remain utterly incapable of controlling themselves.☕
And is sex—or perhaps lovemaking—inherently a competition? A struggle of who dominates whom? I’m trying not to be crude here... I could certainly prolong this point just to distance myself from more graphic arguments regarding physical intimacy, if you catch my drift...☕
...there is a great deal that requires definition before one can even begin to have a conversationseriously about what I believe this subject was intended to provoke. Of course, I am not claiming to be infallible... nor do I feel any compulsion to control anyone but myself. I say this not to belittle anyone, but purely so we can understand one another and so that I might be takenseriously.
silentnomad23 said:So, I was sitting there after lunch today, letting my mind wander through a rather curious thought: why does it always seem easier to be the one initiating action rather than the one receiving it? It’s a phenomenon that goes far beyond physical intimacy; it’s deeply rooted in our psychological makeup. If I were to imagine myself navigating the world from a masculine perspective, honestly, taking charge and being the active force with one, two, or even ten people wouldn't feel like much of a struggle at all. However, looking at this through a feminine lens changes the equation entirely. When you are the one penetrating, you are essentially asserting your integrity; when you are the one being penetrated, that sense of self-integrity feels like it retreats. This is where those classic archetypes of male "dominance" and female "submissiveness" seemingly originate. For instance, if someone wanders into my personal space—say, coming within half a meter of me—my instinctual reaction is often to push back with both hands. People usually look for an explanation because they can't quite wrap their heads around why I reacted that way (essentially, my "penetrating" stance). It got me reflecting on my own behavior and thinking about the times I have been the one in the active role—and just how many different ways people have tried to defend themselves against that. Still, these convex and concave dynamics in life and behavior are inevitable; ultimately, they play a role in the very mechanics of reproduction. But as society evolves, we are seeing more fluid identities, which will likely lead to a generation of "moral relativists" regarding these convex-concave mental statuses. To get straight to the point: could you envision yourselves as the opposite gender, and if so, how would you describe that experience?
(A quick note to the feminists and the chauvinists out there: please leave the moralizing at the door. We're keeping the ethics strictly to the philosophy section below.) 🙂
You could probably write a book about it, 😁 ..
But honestly, I am not entirely sure where this discussion is headed... the whole thing strikes me as somewhat trivial.☕
I find that people generally have a rather unpleasant odor... yet I feel terribly awkward about suggesting they take a shower. I suppose I’m just an ill-mannered individual for even thinking such things in this society.🤷
Sometimes I used to wonder if I was losing my mind... but now, I’m certain I am.😉
I just want to see some sign of progress... even just a tiny bit of movement. Am I going blind from all this constant fighting and spitting at the walls? Because I can't see anything anymore. Please, I'm asking you, help me see.
We live in a society where being a victim is considered a disgrace... a culture where the primitive and the aggressive are actually celebrated and held up as ideals... a world where your worth is strictly tied to what you can pay.😁
To put it simply, we are living among people who can't tell the difference between genuine respect and mere intimidation. So, here is the question:
How does one even measure progress in a society built entirely on false values? I mean... it's a lie. Watch closely... because the very foundation of this society is a lie.
My old man once told me, "It only takes one person to tear down what ten worked to build"... but then that same person usually ends up kissing someone's ass afterward to stay on top. I suppose I can accept that bad things happen. I can accept that there are all sorts of broken people out there.
But I cannot accept being exploited, insulted, or abused. If you can somehow endure having that done to you, how on earth can you justify passing those same patterns down to your children? Why would anyone do that?
Susan Price30 said:Though the concept of culture can be defined through various lenses (various sciences and disciplines—anthropology, philosophy, history, ontology, psychology, etc.)
From its Latin roots (cultus—to cultivate or till), the term is mostly, and increasingly, used to denote 'culture of the mind,' in the sense of education and intellectual refinement.
And since that is the only thing separating us from other species (animals 😁), culture (both personal and social) simply cannot be destroyed.
It can only be built upon...
There is certainly a vast amount one can achieve... though I suppose it requires rigorous schooling, disciplined study, and actually using one's brain. Beyond that, if I may offer my humble opinion, one ought to feel something deeper than just a collection of rehearsed phrases and practiced motions.☕
Honestly, this constant use of the word "can" has become so incredibly worn out in the American vernacular that I almost find it uncouth—if you'll forgive my bluntness regarding such pedestrian language.
Anyway, thanks for the glimmer of hope, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c2VopBJiYGQ
That guy’s influence is undeniable... I don't think anyone can actually dispute it.😛
Since our culture is already standing on such shaky ground anyway, it's pretty obvious who is going to "win"... or rather, prevail. I suppose the reality is that they are already in control; everyone else is just painting over the cracks while, until yesterday, they were still extinguishing lights with axes.😁 Honestly, mother, you have my respect.🙏
Which is why one should probably align with the winners quickly... everything cultured is bound to suffer.☕
George Newman11 said:There’s definitely some frustration simmering under the surface here. You probably want to elevate yourself above the "common crowd," so you impose these rigid rules on yourself—only to resent anyone who doesn't follow them. It breeds frustration, obviously, but I suspect the root cause is the initial irritation that drove you to become "overly polite" in the first place.
It’s highly likely you lack sufficient self-confidence. If you actually had it, as someone who values decorum, you’d just ask people on the street to move or give them a quick lesson in etiquette. Instead, you swallow the resentment. That tells me you aren't secure in yourself or your own perspective.
If that's the case, don't sweat it; it can be fixed. This behavior suggests you subconsciously refuse to accept any sense of being "lesser," so you rebel by placing yourself on a pedestal above everyone else. You’re forcing yourself toward an impossible standard of perfection, which triggers these subconscious frustrations that are difficult to recognize. As a certain famous writer once noted, it's pure elitism.
P.S. I'm no psychologist, but I'm saying this because I went through something similar before I finally learned how to loosen up.
By the way, what do your friends think about all this?
Well, yes... just descend to the level of primitive behavior surrounding you 😵... acting as if you're somehow superior... honestly, it's embarrassing... have some shame... 🤣 one could practically die from the sheer frustration of it all (just an illustration here—not intended as a serious or malicious suggestion)
Oh, please, what conspiracy? It’s just business... nothing personal, alright? ☕
It is quite fascinating, I suppose, how something supposedly so noble and divine can be so inherently intolerant and hypocritical.
Picas, why are you laughing at him while simultaneously dropping smileys and acting like it's all a joke? You're mocking him... in the spirit of faith, I assume? 👎
Angela Martin20 said:And let’s not forget—there’s really only one Truth 😉 We can’t even wrap our heads around an absolute God, you know? That kind of power that actually designed the entire universe... but "relative" truth? Well, that could be anything. Maybe it’s exactly how the Bible describes it, or maybe we're just looking at the leader of some superior race that planted life here in the first place. I mean, we probably just call it 'God' because we're so awestruck by whatever force actually built this whole thing. 🙂
Lol, this whole "alien theory" thing... what is that actually supposed to imply? Who created them? It doesn't matter, right? They were just aliens. Lol.
There is so much deception 😉 but what if it truly is impossible to comprehend "God"? If that's the case, then what is the point, and why all this chaotic confusion?
I stopped dwelling on this phenomenon a long time ago. It strikes me as rather curious that most religions on this planet claim to follow the "one true God"... I mean, really? Is anyone actually buying this?
Would the truth really be so devastating if God doesn't exist and it was all just fabrications? Because when you look closely, every religion essentially denies the "truth" of every other one... lol, aren't these questions fascinatingly bleak? 👍
It’s been nearly a year, and I suppose I've finally had this thought drift into my mind: maybe I should forgive the person who nearly killed me. To be honest, though, I feel hollow—dead, if I'm being perfectly candid, as if I'm standing on the very threshold of death itself.
For a fleeting second, just the mere thought of it made my heart flutter; I felt a tiny, sudden spark of goodness within myself, but I quickly cooled off.
The thing is, nobody has actually asked for my forgiveness, nor has anyone truly expressed any remorse.
I have come to the conclusion that it is simply part of the human condition to err. 👍
In any case, the final judgment belongs to a higher court. 👎