why do so many people think pornography is so wrong?
356022
I don't feel that pornography is wrong. There is just a time and place for it. Some people tend to get addicted to it and I don't feel that that is right. I enjoy it from time to time with my husband. But we do not watch it 24/7. I feel it is wrong for children to see it. and I also cannot stand the sickos that tape children either. But for someone that is all alone or a couple that wants to spice up their sex life, it is completely normal.
730481
A common belief among people is that different is wrong. Like if one person does not fit perfectly into the little box that is considered to be "normal" then there is something wrong with you. For instance, being gay to many people is "wrong" but when asked why the best they can come up with is because it is wrong. It is not wrong it is just different than what they are used too.
1073038
Sorry, I guess I don't really get your question.  People of all sexually-conscious ages, of both genders utilize pornography of all types, in and out of relationships - the point is to heighten arousal.  It's not dirty or disgusting as long as no one is doing anything against their will.\n\nPS - I happen to prefer Hentai to any other type of pornography.  And I am an adult female, happily married. =P
867131
I haven't heard of anyone saying they think it's disgusting for women to watch male gay porn. I know straight men are very vocal in being anti anything gay male. I doubt there is a double standard because the majority of women who aren't turned on by m/m porn are doing so just cos it doesn't do it for them. You're in a minorty and you ought to celebrate that difference.
893676
I have heard it said that people who desire a deep intimacy and feel frustrated with HOW to get there, often turn to sex, or false sexual likeness to try to satisfy that need for intimacy. As people we are created to need closeness, to need another person to look inside and understand and identify and ACCEPT. You NEED this too. If you see pornography as a bandaid on a huge gaping flesh wound, you will be more likely to seek out something more that will actually satisfy you. Have you ever heard of pornography as a being like a doorway drug? Where it can draw you in and loose it's luster leaving you wanting more, or something more to give you that high....this is how a person progresses to the next stages of sexual addiction and illness......people go onto spying (peeping Toms) to flashing, to children and so forth...all very destructive. It is because a person gets set in the wrong direction....going down the wrong path looking for what they need, pulled farther and farther away from being able to relate and have a healthy giving sexuality.....Pornography is deceptive because it gives you a false sense of power...that quickly leaves. It's the shell of something more whole......and because it leaves you want it back, and your body and mind will trick you into sickness...liek any drug...when you aer desiring more intimacy, You are actually isolating yourself from other people the more you are pulled down by something that controls YOU, and not something you are in control of.....this is your one shot at life. You are made to have a purpose that only YOU can have....you have to be responsible enough to not let yourself get stuck in a corner. YOU are powerful when you tap into your authentic manhood...and that comes out in how you give to other people, how you help, build, be the hero.....fill your soul and self with those things and watch how your desires will be met....You have what it takes to use your strength....get out there with real people and use it!
327321
It sounds like your guest speaker was expressing his own opinion; or maybe he was referring to the growth of the pornography industry over the past couple of decades. It's a multi-billion-dollar-per-year industry and that means A LOT of people are buying the stuff. And it stands to reason that if a lot of people are buying it, then at least some of them must be churchgoers.  But think about it: These simple facts, recited in a sermon, might get your senior pastor into a lot of trouble with his congregation; could even cost him his job.  \n\nNow are you really surprised that he's never mentioned it?
252290
I'm no authority, yet in my experience viewing porn as a couple is indeed harmful.\n\nFirst off, it creates an unattainable fantasy in each person's mind what normal, healthy sex entails.\n\nSecondly, porn is very addictive.  The more you indulge in it, the more hardcore stuff you need to view in order to "get off".  This can turn into a vicious cycle and lead to many problems ranging from relational problems to serious financial problems.\n\nHow do I know this? I've fought with this demon for years!
725558
It's not just the guys who are obsessed with nudity.  People in general in many of our cultures freak out at the sight of a naked body, even in appropriate places like on a beach, at a pool, in a sauna, etc.  Simple nudity is an awesome experience, but unfortunately in our culture nudity in any form is equated with sex, and therefore something shameful and unfit for public viewing.\n\nOf course, many of the same people who oppose simple nudity are the biggest fans of pornography, which is incredibly hypocritical.\n\nWhen you realize that there are still many places in this country where we can actually be arrested for simply being topless, it seems that we've got a long way to go before our societal attitudes begin to change to any significant extent.\n\nThings are changing, but slowly.
1139135
It's like we're of two minds when it comes to sex.  On the one hand, we see nudity and the human form as "dirty" and equate it with sex, worry that teaching our kids sex ed will corrupt them, and get offended when women breastfeed (however discreetly) in public.  On the other hand, we have a more than thriving porn industry and more sex offenders than we can handle.  I think if we had a more matter-of-fact mindset about human sexuality and didn't twist it into something nasty, then there would less of the nastiness.
605348
Whatever is "normal" for you, is normal.  Some straight people like gay porn and some gay people like straight porn.  What's wrong with that?  Whatever makes you happy, dude.
231636
I dunno why so many women get offended by porn. it's an insecurity issue, so many women think that their men want these women. they dont...me and my partner watch porn together all the time, i think it's healthy in moderation...it can be good fun. i'm a woman and i dont get offended...i do get insecure about it at times..and some things are erm..a little rude, things i wouldn't wanna do, just remember it's not a competition to "do what they do in the movies"
1161093
first of all if that question was in response to my previous question FUCK OFF!! you people go on here for advice, not to hear some dumbass put us down and make us feel stupid. I am not spying on my husband. porn is wrong it is the most dirtiest thing in this world and if you like watching hey thats your business but i will not allow it in my home and i wanted to know how to make it to were he can't look it up. my kids go on the computer.
1102234
Why do some people think that the human body is shameful?\n\nI
365916
I personally do not like porn just for the fact that I think it's gross and unrealistic. Too many people really believe that women should not only look like that, but they think that what is happening on the screen should happen in their bedroom. Unfortunately, too many men think that they got a raw deal when their woman doesn't look or act like those trashy women they see in the movies. Thumbs down!!
340653
Porn is like shoplifting.  It's the something for nothing mentality.\n\nAll the adrenaline without any risk or vulnerability or even having to consider the wants and needs of another human being.  It's completely selfish.\n\nIt sets men up to have an unrealistic expectations of what women want and what we're like.  It makes them insensitive as lovers.\n\n“You have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ But I say to you that whoever looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart.  Matthew 5:27-28\n\nSounds like cheating to me.
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Because porn comes from so many different sources, both amatuer and professional, that enforcing this law would be almost impossible.  Not to mention, how are you going to enforce this law in places out side of the US? Especially when you consider that not all places and people consider porn to be morally wrong.\n\nOn a side note,I have recently heard a rumor saying that ezekielsdreams has achieved one of the lowest possible scores on a recent IQ test.  Initially, I dismissed this rumor as nothing more then rumor, however after seeing his statement above I am beginning to wonder...
633624
If you possess a strong, rational mind, you won't see the attraction in pornography.  It only serves as another addiction for a mind that is already corrupted.  I think anyone who is heavily involved in pornography would be easy prey for almost any type of addiction if they did not have pornography available.\nAs the old song says, "Ain't nothin' like the real thing, baby..."