People who rely on lowbrow humor and constant swearing

Christian White10 said:I swear like a sailor, but honestly, it’s purely for my own health... I truly believe that if I didn't have this outlet—aside from maybe some old-school leech therapy or bloodletting—my blood pressure would spike to a thousand during a crisis, and I'd end up having a stroke before I even get the chance to enjoy being this young and beautiful.

It isn't like I'm swearing all the time, though; I can definitely keep it under control when I need to. It's certainly not because I'm uneducated, illiterate, or just too lazy to find better words... it's simply that letting it out brings me such a sense of joy, providing a sort of verbal catharsis that helps me blow off a little steam here and there. After all, isn't a well-placed curse word much better than losing my cool entirely?

ovo 😁

Personally, I have my own healthy ways of blowing off steam. Besides, let’s be clear: I’m far from uneducated; if anything, my profession demands a certain level of articulateness that most people simply can't muster.
One really ought to maintain some semblance of boundaries in all things, and I suppose that extends even to this particular subject. I make a conscious effort to stick to milder language and refrain from invoking the Almighty in my speech, especially when I realize I am conversing with someone who actually holds those convictions.

I don't come anywhere close to the amount of profanity I let fly when I'm home, and that's without even trying to police myself. Personally, I don't see anything offensive about this particular "habit," nor does it bother me when others indulge in it; in fact, I have a genuine appreciation for crude humor. From what I've observed, most people inevitably circle back to sexual innuendo—it's as if sex is woven into the very fabric of every conversation. For some reason, it remains an endlessly fascinating subject for everyone. 😁

I was just thinking about those moments when I end up swearing under my breath, even if I don't do it in front of anyone. You know that feeling when you have ten minutes left on the clock at work, but then everything starts slowing down? Suddenly, it looks like you might be stuck there for an extra five minutes, which is all it takes to miss my bus. Most of the time, though, it’s just that brief moment of panic and nothing actually happens.

Henry Ortiz3 said:ovo 😁

Personally, I have my own healthy ways of blowing off steam. Besides, let’s be clear: I’m far from uneducated; if anything, my profession demands a certain level of articulateness that most people simply can't muster.
One really ought to maintain some semblance of boundaries in all things, and I suppose that extends even to this particular subject. I make a conscious effort to stick to milder language and refrain from invoking the Almighty in my speech, especially when I realize I am conversing with someone who actually holds those convictions.

I don't come anywhere close to the amount of profanity I let fly when I'm home, and that's without even trying to police myself. Personally, I don't see anything offensive about this particular "habit," nor does it bother me when others indulge in it; in fact, I have a genuine appreciation for crude humor. From what I've observed, most people inevitably circle back to sexual innuendo—it's as if sex is woven into the very fabric of every conversation. For some reason, it remains an endlessly fascinating subject for everyone. 😁

It’s because so many people struggle with self-confidence. The easiest way to try—and fail—to act like a big shot is to constantly bring up sex. To me, those who insist on it are just overcompensating for their own insecurities; they aren't actually intimidating. I find a woman who seems reserved at first glance much more dangerous—someone who can completely take you apart when you're alone together.

Alexander Adams94 said:It’s because so many people struggle with self-confidence. The easiest way to try—and fail—to act like a big shot is to constantly bring up sex. To me, those who insist on it are just overcompensating for their own insecurities; they aren't actually intimidating. I find a woman who seems reserved at first glance much more dangerous—someone who can completely take you apart when you're alone together.

Hmm, I suppose there’s a bit of everything here. It feels like we might be describing different scenarios. There is a massive difference between some guy at a dive bar trying to hit on you with incredibly crude, low-brow pick-up lines—which is clearly a confidence issue—and just having a conversation where you sprinkle in a little bit of cheeky, subtle humor. To me, that kind of wit is more of a conversational seasoning; even if the other person doesn't catch the joke, you're still having a good time.

The emphasis is clearly on that subtlety,😁 though I highly question whether that woman who "dismantles" you is being subtle at all...

Here’s my two cents on why some people act that way. Honestly, I think it all boils down to their vocabulary, or more specifically,
a total lack thereof. To put it bluntly, they just don't have the tools in the shed. Because they can't find the right words, they
resort to swearing, vulgarity, and the most basic, primitive outbursts imaginable. It's like they're looking for a shield or a way to feel powerful through noise.

Since I’m a huge hater of profanity and never use it myself, being around that kind of crowd is super awkward for me. I feel
like a complete outsider, sort of like a "fish out of water" in
Washington, D.C.

Another big factor? A massive lack of self-confidence.

So, that’s my take on it—short and sweet. Maybe I'm wrong, maybe I'm just being judgmental, but that’s how I see
the whole situation.
If I happened to offend anyone, my bad!

Sean Cruz said:That really depends on what stage of addiction they're in. 😁 🤣

I started typing something out just now, but honestly, it would've totally killed the vibe of this thread. So, I'm gonna hold back. 😳.

I’m with you on that one. Honestly, I'm just not ready to give up my dick yet. 🕺.

I can't really wrap my head around how people still talk about those old divisions like they actually matter today. It’s like watching someone argue over which side of the street is better when we're all just trying to cross the same intersection. Honestly, it feels pretty outdated. kaže:
Just my two cents on people like that and why they act the way they do. Honestly? I think it all comes down to their vocabulary—or more specifically...
It’s the same old story. People just lack that certain... something. Like they weren't born with the right tools in the box, you know? In plain English, they’re just not gifted. It's why people end up...
They’re out here leaning on nothing but profanity, vulgarity, and the most primitive tactics you can imagine. That's where they think they'll find salvation and protection.

Protection from what, exactly?

Eloquence is its own thing. Being able to play around with language well enough to drop that one perfect word that actually hits the right note? It’s not rocket science. But honestly, sometimes just saying "this shit" does a better job of describing what you mean than some flowery phrase like "a massive pile of stinking rot." Why bother tossing pearls before swine anyway? People who have already decided you're an idiot aren't going to change their minds just because you used a big word.

Honestly, people who try to flex their entire vocabulary in every single conversation usually just end up looking pretentious and stuck-up. To me, talking to friends should be chill, not some high-stakes defense of a PhD dissertation. Hey, to each their own, obviously, but those of us who swear a little don't exactly look down on the folks who start crossing themselves the second they hear a dirty word.

You can throw diagnoses around and start labeling people's complexes from both sides of the fence. Nobody here even touched on that whole "strict American Catholic upbringing" vibe. You know the type—people who act like swearing is a sin, but they probably only think about sex when they're trying to conceive, just so they can spend the rest of their lives trekking to various shrines and obsessively reading the Bible. Google it, it’s a real phenomenon.
Just kidding... I mean, seriously, I’m totally joking. Hope I didn't step on anyone's toes there. ☕.

Learning a language means you’re really learning how everything fits together. It's all connected. I mean, just look at how many creative ways there are to bring up someone's mother. 😍Honestly, it’s such a shame when people insist on sticking strictly to "proper" vocabulary just because they think anyone using anything else is clearly lacking IQ. Sure. Always.

Honestly, I’ve never really had an issue with being too blunt in a professional email or whatever. Back in school or during my college days, though? Yeah, I definitely knew how to find the right words when I had to grind through term papers and big projects. It doesn't matter if I’m dropping slang or swearing like a sailor when I'm just hanging out with friends—I actually know how to clean up my act and swap those words out for something more polished when things get serious. I'm not some caveman, after all.

If you strip away all the English loanwords, the Turkish influence, the Canadian leftovers—basically every single "-ism" that’s been shoved into our vocabulary—you could probably break our language down into its basic building blocks. But honestly? We’re way too creative for that. We’ve got this unique, unfiltered way of expressing ourselves—that raw, gritty, "get outta here" kind of energy—that makes you think we should just stop worrying about being polite. I mean, if I drop an F-bomb in front of my grandma, she might actually spin in her grave, but hey, that's just how we roll. 😲".

boldridge22 said:Here’s my two cents on why some people act that way. Honestly, I think it all boils down to their vocabulary, or more specifically,
a total lack thereof. To put it bluntly, they just don't have the tools in the shed. Because they can't find the right words, they
resort to swearing, vulgarity, and the most basic, primitive outbursts imaginable. It's like they're looking for a shield or a way to feel powerful through noise.

Since I’m a huge hater of profanity and never use it myself, being around that kind of crowd is super awkward for me. I feel
like a complete outsider, sort of like a "fish out of water" in
Washington, D.C.

Another big factor? A massive lack of self-confidence.

So, that’s my take on it—short and sweet. Maybe I'm wrong, maybe I'm just being judgmental, but that’s how I see
the whole situation.
If I happened to offend anyone, my bad!

Swearing is just an expression, plain and simple. Some people do it, others don't. It has absolutely nothing to do with having a limited vocabulary. If we followed your logic, you’d have to assume that people with a small vocabulary never swear, which is clearly nonsense.

In other words, you're suggesting that "unrefined" people with narrow minds and zero linguistic depth swear because they can't express themselves any other way. That's just wrong. There is no connection there.
By that same flawed logic, you'd be implying that intellectuals with vast knowledge and massive vocabularies never drop an F-bomb—which is also patently false.

Bottom line? There is no rule here.

To be honest—and I mean this sincerely—swearing actually helps clear my soul. Of course, I make sure to watch my language depending on the setting; I wouldn't dream of cursing at work, or around the kids, or with people I only know casually. But when I'm home or hanging out with close friends? I’ll let it rip, and I feel an immediate sense of relief.

It's much better to vent like that than to just lose your mind.

I don't think I have any issues with my vocabulary—you know, a lack of it. Neither with being eloquent nor putting words together into something that actually makes sense grammatically. I’d even say I’m pretty confident. (Sometimes maybe a little too much 😈 )

Both when I'm writing and when I'm talking.

But... damn... it just "slips out" ☕ (not really slips, though)
And honestly, I love it. It's a total blast.
And when I'm totally stumped—like, if I can't find the right words to comfort someone—it doesn't matter if I say "holy crap" or just "aw man." Honestly, the first one feels more approachable—more like an invitation for a hug.

Every swear word serves a purpose. It's a super effective way to communicate, too, provided you know how to use it in the "right" spot, just like any other word. If you overdo it, you just hit a saturation point.

I actually think people who swear (within reason, obviously, or depending on the situation) are pretty—well, relatively healthy individuals.

Swearing sounds different depending on the context.
I save my juiciest ones for when I clumsily hurt myself—like, say, slamming a very sensitive part of my body (to be polite, I won't specify which ) against the edge (specifically, the corner) of a table while rushing to set things up. That's when my eloquence really shines. There's nothing sweeter than forgetting the pain by trying to invent an even more nonsensical curse word.
It's even better when there's an audience behind me cracking up.
I'd much rather my partner be laughing along with me than have me rolling on the floor in agony.
Those are the ones I don't share publicly. ☕

Sexual jokes and vulgarity aren't really my thing. Unless they're coming from women
generally speaking🎉>
In a professional setting, I don't let any swearing come out of my mouth.
It depends, of course, on whether we're talking about coworkers or clients.
When I'm with my inner circle, I'm free to swear as much as I want. And I'll admit, I don't go overboard. 🕺

Vulgarity? Everything has its limit.
Except for this forum's total nonsense. 🙂

Sometimes I really try to find a decent substitute for a certain four-letter word, but honestly, it’s harder than it looks. 😁

I’m inclined to agree with most of the group here. I’ll admit, I tend to slip up quite often, but I can definitely pull myself together if the situation calls for it or if I’m in an environment where it’s expected. It’s been about five years since my last confession, so if I decide to head down to the rectory and actually be honest when the time comes—assuming there isn't a massive line out the door—I’ll probably end up pulling ten Hail Marys just to make amends, goodness gracious, praise be to the Lord! 😁

Swearing carries this weird energy—you either let it rip in a moment of rage and it just vanishes into thin air (which is honestly better), or you aim it at someone else (which is a bad move, we all know why, and there are plenty of ways that can go wrong... though sometimes, hey, maybe you just need to tell someone to f*** off and walk away)
Heavy, vulgar cursing is an extreme—it's usually just people who ran out of actual things to say. Plus, by using those "taboo" words, they try to act tough or important, especially when they're performing for a crowd of people who are either just like them or, you know, actually trying to stay classy. It’s basically all about the audience.

Kyle Vaughn8 said:We all know that one person who just can't seem to keep it clean—always leaning into the dirty jokes or coarse language, right?

What’s your take on people like that? You know, the ones who constantly push the envelope with vulgarity or constant sexual innuendos just to get a reaction out of the group?
What kind of personality does that actually point to, and how do you guys really feel when you're hanging out with them?

Why do you think some people feel this massive urge to stand out by being crude or talking about sex non-stop? 🤷

What are they actually trying to achieve there... is it just a sign of something deeper? Like, are there certain character traits that always seem to travel with that kind of behavior?

It is pure primitivism. 😁

Years ago, I attended a lecture by a psychiatrist who argued that if someone has completed a university degree yet still relies on profanity, they should undergo psychotherapy. He believed such behavior is simply unacceptable for an educated person. 🧐 😁

I’m not one to resort to profanity myself—in fact, the whole thing really bothers me. To be perfectly honest, I find the constant swearing quite infuriating. There's a part of me that just wants to go out and tackle those people like a linebacker on a Sunday afternoon.

It feels like this sort of scattered, aimless anger, you know? Watching someone lash out with foul language, especially when they direct it toward something sacred like the Bible, is truly jarring to me, and that's not even counting my own personal faith. It’s honestly like watching someone pick a fight with a grandfather clock that hasn't done anything wrong; they’re just attacking something innocent for no reason at all.

It’s nothing more than cowardice.

And if there is one thing in this world that truly frightens me, it’s cowards.

And honestly, I have zero patience for people being vulgar. I'll tell them exactly where they can shove it. ☕

Is it really my fault that AT&T hasn't sent out my new card yet? It just hasn't arrived... And honestly, what's the point in swearing at random strangers over some stupid piece of plastic?

I suppose it isn't particularly graceful to let my frustration boil over into pure hatred and destruction, though I have to say, there is something almost sacred about letting a bit of colorful language fly. In many ways, it feels more primal and honest to let out a raw, animalistic shout than to carefully curate every single word we utter, don't you think?

I swear, I can’t take hearing "fuck" anymore; every time someone lets it slip, I feel this sudden, intense urge to just slam my head against a wall until the constant stream of profanity finally stops. It's like a repetitive little trigger, and frankly, neither the universe nor some mindless automated system is going to get off on my misery.

Look, I get it. When someone loses their cool and a swear word just slips out in the heat of the moment? That’s human nature. I can wrap my head around that.

But there’s a massive difference between losing your temper and being someone who just uses profanity as a personality trait—especially when they start throwing God into the gutter just because they feel like it. To me, that’s a whole different level of repulsive.

And honestly, seeing people rely on those cheap, mindless catchphrases? It’s just tacky.

mistybison said:It is pure primitivism. 😁

Years ago, I attended a lecture by a psychiatrist who argued that if someone has completed a university degree yet still relies on profanity, they should undergo psychotherapy. He believed such behavior is simply unacceptable for an educated person. 🧐 😁

And since Božo Petrov is a psychiatrist, I guess he’s prone to making those kinds of claims too.

By that logic, people without a formal degree should just default to swearing like old stagecoach drivers—and if they actually manage to stay polite, maybe then they'd need therapy. 😉

shit, piss, fuck, cunt, cocksucker, motherfucker, and tits..