The psychology of convex vs. concave shapes

Let’s get back to the point; there is no room for regret here. Transcendence possesses neither concavity nor convexity—those are merely attributes of our own nature, shaped by how differently one person relates to another. At first glance, it might seem as though they perfectly complement one another, but eventually, that connection dissolves. Reason inevitably prevails over instinct, and thank God, it always will.

silentnomad23 said:Good grief, you can't even enjoy a little bit of fun without someone accusing you of stepping on their toes.

Honestly, there are so many people out there walking around with that kind of attitude. I lost my patience with that mindset a long time ago, and frankly, I don't regret it one bit. It’s not something I feel bad about, nor am I celebrating it—I've just moved past it.

The problem is, how is anyone supposed to tell the difference between a joke and reality through a screen? You mentioned it yourself—you can't really tell who’s being sincere and who’s just playing a part online. As for how seriously I take your jokes... well, under stress we regress. And frankly, I'm feeling the pressure today because someone really managed to get under my skin. I have zero patience for people trying to control others—it seems like most people have this desperate, almost pathological need to be possessive or pushy. It's a hard no from me. Period. I've always been more of a lone wolf.

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.

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.

Precisely from a Taoist perspective. The beginning of convex violence over concave justification... the idea that the concave is inherently greedy and always taking...

Rebecca Chase5 said:Precisely from a Taoist perspective. The beginning of convex violence over concave justification... the idea that the concave is inherently greedy and always taking...

Honestly? It just comes down to a lack of... well, let's call it masculine presence. Both literally and metaphorically. In the bedroom and out of it. Women end up suffering because of this perceived deficit, which then turns into resentment toward men. And if we're being real about why women feel so physically and socially sidelined, it traces back to a long history of male chauvinism—men degrading women simply to compensate for their own insecurities. So, what do we get? A massive pile of frustrated women and a bunch of idiots for men. Real gentlemen wouldn't cause any of this trouble. Just something to keep in mind. 😁

restlessviper5 said:The problem is, how is anyone supposed to tell the difference between a joke and reality through a screen? You mentioned it yourself—you can't really tell who’s being sincere and who’s just playing a part online. As for how seriously I take your jokes... well, under stress we regress. And frankly, I'm feeling the pressure today because someone really managed to get under my skin. I have zero patience for people trying to control others—it seems like most people have this desperate, almost pathological need to be possessive or pushy. It's a hard no from me. Period. I've always been more of a lone wolf.

And I personally despise it when those "free agents" decide to take aim at me.
You truly have no idea what kind of conflict it is to carry such heavy artillery while trying to maintain a pacifist stance. Imagine having ten howitzers, six cannons, twenty machine guns, and three mortars all leveled directly at you. 🤣If my finger happens to twitch even slightly...😳

Oh, how difficult it is to be concave
how hard it is to be weak
while being convex

Oh Lord, oh Lord, remember
all those brilliant promises
that You made to me.

And so I journey all alone
beneath a closed blue sky,
before a darkened sea,

for I need a powerful word
for I need an answer,
and love, or a holy death.

For it is quiet to be concave
for it is quiet to be weak
while being convex

😬

silentnomad23 said:And I personally despise it when those "free agents" decide to take aim at me.
You truly have no idea what kind of conflict it is to carry such heavy artillery while trying to maintain a pacifist stance. Imagine having ten howitzers, six cannons, twenty machine guns, and three mortars all leveled directly at you. 🤣If my finger happens to twitch even slightly...😳

Oh, how difficult it is to be concave
how hard it is to be weak
while being convex

Oh Lord, oh Lord, remember
all those brilliant promises
that You made to me.

And so I journey all alone
beneath a closed blue sky,
before a darkened sea,

for I need a powerful word
for I need an answer,
and love, or a holy death.

For it is quiet to be concave
for it is quiet to be weak
while being convex

😬

Come on, don't worry. You know this concave-convex archer loves you. 😁just lower the howitzers, lift your feet up 😬everything is going to be just fine. 😛

restlessviper5 said:Honestly? It just comes down to a lack of... well, let's call it masculine presence. Both literally and metaphorically. In the bedroom and out of it. Women end up suffering because of this perceived deficit, which then turns into resentment toward men. And if we're being real about why women feel so physically and socially sidelined, it traces back to a long history of male chauvinism—men degrading women simply to compensate for their own insecurities. So, what do we get? A massive pile of frustrated women and a bunch of idiots for men. Real gentlemen wouldn't cause any of this trouble. Just something to keep in mind. 😁

So, it comes down to having balls... or lacking them entirely.

Rebecca Chase5 said:So, it comes down to having balls... or lacking them entirely.

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.🤷

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 😍

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."☕

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)

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.🤷

This is much better

I’ve been thinking about this lately, and honestly? It feels like we’re all just walking around wearing masks, pretending we actually know what we’re doing. You see these people on LinkedIn or at some high-level corporate mixer in Chicago, acting like they have their entire lives mapped out, and you can't help but wonder if they’re just as terrified as the rest of us. It’s that classic imposter syndrome—that nagging little voice in the back of your head telling you that any second now, someone is going to tap you on the shoulder and say, "Hey, we figured it out. You don't belong here." We spend so much energy trying to curate this perfect, polished version of ourselves for the world to see, but underneath the surface, most of us are just winging it. I remember my first big role at a firm in New York; I spent half my time staring at spreadsheets feeling like a total fraud, waiting for the inevitable moment I'd be exposed. Turns out, everyone else was just as lost as I was. We're all just playing parts in a play we didn't write. kaže:
Look, it’s pretty simple: you need a dick. And I mean that both literally and metaphorically—in the bedroom and out of it. Women are out here suffering from a lack of masculine energy, and frankly, they end up resenting men for it. All this physical and emotional discomfort women deal with? It’s the direct fallout of centuries of toxic chauvinism, where men have spent ages trying to degrade women just to compensate for their own insecurities and fragile egos. The end result is a mess: a whole generation of frustrated women and an endless supply of idiots running the show. Honestly, a little bit of old-school chivalry wouldn't hurt most women. It’s not about being outdated; it’s just about basic decency.Just make sure you don't forget it. 😁

Here we go again. Honestly, I’ve been having this ongoing issue with one particular gentleman. He’s firmly of the old-school mindset—you know, the type who thinks being a "gentleman" means he absolutely *has* to pick up the tab for the ladies every single time. It’s his whole identity. Then there’s me. Growing up, I was obsessed with those classic Western movies, and I guess that translated into a bit of a competitive streak. I still play this little game of "who can draw their wallet first"—and no, I don't mean a six-shooter, just my purse. Well, naturally, I managed to outdraw him, whip out my credit card, and cover the round before he could even blink. The reaction? You’d think I’d personally stripped him of his dignity. He looked so mortified, almost like I’d emasculated him right there at the table. He’s been dodging me ever since. Apparently, letting a woman pay for a drink is a total dealbreaker for his ego. 😵

Matthew Castillo5 said:

I’ve been thinking about this lately, and honestly? It feels like we’re all just walking around wearing masks, pretending we actually know what we’re doing. You see these people on LinkedIn or at some high-level corporate mixer in Chicago, acting like they have their entire lives mapped out, and you can't help but wonder if they’re just as terrified as the rest of us. It’s that classic imposter syndrome—that nagging little voice in the back of your head telling you that any second now, someone is going to tap you on the shoulder and say, "Hey, we figured it out. You don't belong here." We spend so much energy trying to curate this perfect, polished version of ourselves for the world to see, but underneath the surface, most of us are just winging it. I remember my first big role at a firm in New York; I spent half my time staring at spreadsheets feeling like a total fraud, waiting for the inevitable moment I'd be exposed. Turns out, everyone else was just as lost as I was. We're all just playing parts in a play we didn't write. kaže:
Look, it’s pretty simple: you need a dick. And I mean that both literally and metaphorically—in the bedroom and out of it. Women are out here suffering from a lack of masculine energy, and frankly, they end up resenting men for it. All this physical and emotional discomfort women deal with? It’s the direct fallout of centuries of toxic chauvinism, where men have spent ages trying to degrade women just to compensate for their own insecurities and fragile egos. The end result is a mess: a whole generation of frustrated women and an endless supply of idiots running the show. Honestly, a little bit of old-school chivalry wouldn't hurt most women. It’s not about being outdated; it’s just about basic decency.Just make sure you don't forget it. 😁

Here we go again. Honestly, I’ve been having this ongoing issue with one particular gentleman. He’s firmly of the old-school mindset—you know, the type who thinks being a "gentleman" means he absolutely *has* to pick up the tab for the ladies every single time. It’s his whole identity. Then there’s me. Growing up, I was obsessed with those classic Western movies, and I guess that translated into a bit of a competitive streak. I still play this little game of "who can draw their wallet first"—and no, I don't mean a six-shooter, just my purse. Well, naturally, I managed to outdraw him, whip out my credit card, and cover the round before he could even blink. The reaction? You’d think I’d personally stripped him of his dignity. He looked so mortified, almost like I’d emasculated him right there at the table. He’s been dodging me ever since. Apparently, letting a woman pay for a drink is a total dealbreaker for his ego. 😵

Pure idiocy. Personally, I think it’s pretty hot when a woman picks up the check. 🙂 Honestly, I was just like that first guy until I hit 21 and some girl absolutely tore my worldview apart because I wouldn't let her pay for anything. $17 I always managed to get there first, and there was no way I was letting her say no. 🙂

Avoiding you? Hmm... maybe he was just intimidated by you. Who knows. 😉

restlessviper5 said:Come on, don't worry. You know this concave-convex archer loves you. 😁just lower the howitzers, lift your feet up 😬everything is going to be just fine. 😛

Just let your guard down. 😬

Good grief, you all have turned this thread into yet another gender-based debate, when we are actually discussing geometric shapes.😎
Let’s take the example of thin versus heavy body types. From what I've observed, thinner individuals seem to find more satisfaction within their own physical presence, whereas heavier individuals might derive more pleasure from how others perceive and interact with their bodies—for instance, during intimacy. In contrast, thinner people tend to focus more on their internal sensations. Don't ask me how I know this; it's simply my intuition.😳 It is quite similar to how, both physically and psychologically, heavier people tend to expand outward toward others, while thinner people tend to retreat inward into themselves. On an almost irrational level, one could say that heavier individuals experience that extra mass as if they are carrying a little sense of comfort or security within them.
Consider clothing as another example: behavior shifts significantly whether someone is wearing jeans and sneakers versus a skirt and high heels, even though there are plenty of people who can move just as swiftly in heels as anyone else sprinting to catch a Greyhound bus or chasing down a quarterback. 😁

restlessviper5 said:Honestly? It just comes down to a lack of... well, let's call it masculine presence. Both literally and metaphorically. In the bedroom and out of it. Women end up suffering because of this perceived deficit, which then turns into resentment toward men. And if we're being real about why women feel so physically and socially sidelined, it traces back to a long history of male chauvinism—men degrading women simply to compensate for their own insecurities. So, what do we get? A massive pile of frustrated women and a bunch of idiots for men. Real gentlemen wouldn't cause any of this trouble. Just something to keep in mind. 😁

Oh boy, how did I miss this incredibly profound intellectual discourse?!

I think I might be a lost cause, honestly. 😬

I’m with silentnomad23 on this one. She’s a real woman through and through, with all the right equipment down there. 😁

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? 🤣

Lawrence Bailey77 said: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? 🤣

Come on, admit it—this is way more profound than anything involving actual sense or logic. 😁

I find these parallel chat intrusions quite fascinating from the perspective of shifting forms—the way people enter and exit a conversation.

Take service industries, for instance. They were essentially designed to "retreat" in response to specific psychological needs and consumer demands; they exist to lure clients in, which means they inherently require a clear, visible, and polished structure.

Most economic and business models are actually built upon patterns derived from basic anthropological truths. Some of these truths have been consciously shaped throughout history to define certain concepts or to mold causality and variables. Over time, they evolved into constructs that we now mistake for being natural, though that’s really just another layer of the power dynamics at play.

Polarity was a particularly prominent theme in popular culture during those decades when there was such an intense, massive push to integrate natural principles into industrial engines—roughly from the introduction of the assembly line in the 1910s through the 1960s. I suppose it served as a way to either legitimize or perhaps process (whether through resistance or acceptance) the changing landscape. You see it in things like Laurel and Hardy—the thin man and the heavy man—or even the contrast of light and shadow, or the whole femme fatale concept in film noir.