Poll: Sexual Promiscuity- What's your take?

[CosmicCommander]

I just need to clarify what this thread, as I'm seeing a lot of people not getting the point. I'm asking for people's personal opinions on the topic in here, not your political views, or what you think about the character of the 'opposing faction'.

So play nice.

[small]P.S: People who dislike promiscuity don't necessarily want every person who indulges in lotsa Casual Sex to be shot or imprisoned, as I get the feeling many people think; just felt like saying that.[/small]

 

[Agayek]

I don't see what's bad about promiscuity, provided they're responsible enough to do everything they can to prevent the spread of STDs. The spread of disease is really the only reason not to be promiscuous (unless you're in a relationship, but that's another story).

 

[ultimateownage]

I don't hate it, but I think you shouldn't have loads of partners. I'm fine with anyone who is though.

 

[runnernda]

I'm all for being in a relationship, but until I find someone I'm willing to pursue one with, I see nothing wrong with having some fun. I get called a slut by some people, but that's just because of the double-standard. As long as both people involved know that it's nothing more than fun, what's the issue?

That being said, I'm not one for one-night-stands. I lean more toward friends-with-benefits relationships.

 

[Serenegoose]

I don't have a problem with it and struggle to see why anyone would have a problem with two consenting adults doing whatever the fuck they want.

You literally stole my post. This is what I had typed up before I refreshed the page to see if there were any new replies -

It's not my problem. If two adults consent to having sex with one another, then they can bloody well do so. And for me personally, I don't consider sex a sacred act or anything, but I don't think I'd get anything out of sleeping with a lot of people.

Double post stolen.

Why on earth would I have a problem with it?

 

[Cazza]

Without context it's hard to judge. Im not for it but I wouldn't punish anyone for it. They would just lose my respect.

 

[Nmil-ek]

I take it where I can get it, longterm relationships are usualy a hastle and the benefits outside of retirement when the junks not of much use anymore anyway are limited.

 

[Monkfish Acc.]

I am apathetic about everything ever.

That said, anyone who gets STIs from being a whore, regardless of gender, should not expect sympathy from me.
Raucous laughter, but not sympathy.

 

[Jark212]

I'm a one woman kind of guy, and I'm the jealous type as well. So if my theoretical girlfriend ever goes outside our relationship it will be over...

 

[LostProxy]

For the most part I don't care that much, male or female, unless it's someone I want to be with. I avoid relationships/sleeping with anyone who has had to many individual partners then what I am ok with. Essentially 2 or 3 people per year when averaged. I don't care how much sex you had with those people but if you have been having sex for let's say 4 years but you have had like 15-20 different people I don't care how cool you are I would not want to risk it.

 

[SadakoMoose]

I take the Desire of Endless approach to promiscuity...
For the 12 Sandman readers that just chuckled, thank you.
Seriously though, I believe that (when done safely and responsibly) promiscuity is the spice of life!
Do it (with protection and mutual understanding of course) with anyone you want!
Go for the gold!

 

[Krunkcity3000]

I think it's for sluts.

 

[Soxafloppin]

If there single there not hurting anyone!

 

[Lord Mountbatten Reborn]

Well they don't impress me much.

But then again, I just received a top hat in the post this morning, so make of my character what you will.

 

[Therumancer]

Before we start, let me just clarify that personal opinions are to be put in this thread. Your political opinions may contradict your personal opinions; you may hate promiscuity, but you wouldn't restrict the freedom of promiscuous individuals if you were President/Prime Minister/Chancellor/Chuck Norris.

I dislike Promiscuity, being the old-fashioned bastard I am. I don't see what there is to gain by having so many sexual partners. I'm bound by those timeless codes of conduct of honour, chivalry, and respect; usually things that run contrary to the idea of engaging in Casual Sex.

I'm looking to gauge the Escapist community on this, being the smart, intelligent and damn sexy people you are.

I don't much care as long as people practice safe sex.

The level of sex drive varies with the individuals, for some it's very strong (and can get to the point where it can be life threatening like for real life Nympomaniacs), for others it's weak.

I don't think it can be fairly regulated unless somehow we found a way to even it out or whatever.

The fact that I don't think it can be regulated is one of the reasons why I think in terms of mandatory reversible sterlization as a method of population control/reduction given our problems. We can't stop people from having sex, but we can stop them from having kids (accidentally or otherwise). I believe our overpopulation is at the root of so many problems I actually have little problem with the idea of people having to petition the goverment and prove themselves viable for child rearing is the lesser of two evils. Sure it would be abused, but the bottom line is that if we wind up having a LOT less kids (but of course not *no* kids) and stabilize the population it will be worth that overall, especially seeing as the policies can change once we get up into space or whatever and obtain more living space.

 

[Eumersian]

As long as they don't bother me about it (which has happened before), I don't care.

 

[KezzieZ]

I don't personally have that great of an opinion towards promiscuity but at the same time I'm not going to criticize consenting adults for what they do privately (and hopefully honestly). It's none of my business unless they're either a friend of mine or hurting someone I care about.

 

[Chewster]

There is obviously a certain degree of risk, as no means of protection is absolute, but barring not using various means of birth control properly which is usually what leads to the 1% discrepancy, then who cares?

Getting laid is really fun, otherwise people wouldn't do it and while reverting to the 60s and screwing everything that walks is probably not the most advisable move, getting laid on a regular basis is healthy for you, and those who look down on those who sleep around a bit are probably repressed or something.

So I guess I don't really care. Unless you are banging half of New York, or are Gene Simmons or are sleeping with a dangerously absurd amount of people, then there really isn't much to talk about. I honestly think if we could get over this puritan "we need to be committed to one person forever" ideal, the world, or at least a ton of marriages, would be better off, but that is just me. If practical life experience is meant to teach us, how is being with one person forever going to help with that?

 

[Hashime]

I is statistically a massive risk. Pregnancy, drug abuse, occurrence of STIs, and mental health problems are more common in those who "sleep around". I don't respect people who do as much as they must not respect themselves to put their bodies at risk.
My opinion is that one must be in a committed relationship in order to engage in coitus. That way there is full disclosure on possible STIs (or should be), and if pregnancy occurs, there are two parents to raise the child.

 

[Killermud]

Im fine with it as long as its safe and doesnt hurt anyone (neither are in a relationship or have any infections) and ive had my share of being a bit promiscuous . But im in a position where I dont want a long-term relationship nor do I want a casual relationship (causes too many problems for me at the moment). As for others its none of my concern, and even if its friends I usually stay clear of issues like these.