F*cking with Purpose

 Posted by on May 11, 2013
May 112013
 

istock_000005882267xsmall-300x200-3937390originally posted November 24, 2010

Sensuality and Ceremony have a long and wonderful history of being used together to achieve tangible effects. From ancient fertility rites to the Tibetan practices of “self cultivation”, from the Tantrists of India to the western sex magick tradition. All of these varied cultures developed practices to harness the power of pleasure through ceremony for the purpose of creating change in reality. The states of mind attained through stimulation and orgasm are ideal for magick, manifestation and the ephemeral union with the Divine. Indeed, even the uninitiated achieve a kind of God Consciousness during their orgasmic release.

Those of us in the SM community know that it isn’t just pleasure which raises energy. Any intense emotional or physical sensation can be focused with ritual intent. The shaman beats on his drum, why not apply that hypnotic effect directly to the bare bottom of the seeker? Flogging, bondage, sensory deprivation and blood play have ancient associations to mystical initiations. The very differentness of this act for most people creates a unique kind of brain change which heightens the senses and raises energy.

Beyond the physical energies of the body are the more subtle energy patterns of emotions. This frequency of the spectrum has powerful use as well. Most of us can sense when we are around an angry, ecstatic or miserable person. Passion, Intensity, Clarity, Longing, Yielding, in ceremony these emotional states lend their strength to whatever goal is being attempted.

Rather than use this small space to give inadequate explanation of the vast and varied forms of sex magic throughout history, I will instead offer you a condensation of the most common elements used in the various rituals and ceremonies I have studied.

We can use sex magick to:

Connect with the Divine

Attract the partners you want

Enhance health or healing

Explore pleasure beyond the normal orgasm

Affect change upon reality (ie – manifestation, magick)

Find inspiration

Explore higher states of consciousness

Attract or sustain a non-physical helper

The ingredients in sex magick can include:

Sexual Stimulation (alone, or with a partner or group)

Intense Sensation

Ordeal

Orgasm

Ritual or Ceremony

Chanting, Singing or Intoning

Invocation or Worship of various deities, spirits or demons

Breathing techniques

Breaking Taboos

Bathing or Anointing the body

Sigils and Symbols

Nearly any personal or professional endeavor can be improved with clearer goals and focused energy. Sex magick can enhance both of those aspects, while harnessing an ephemeral third energy of providence, chance or luck. The idea is to magnetize the reality of your choice, and then merge with that possibility. Before beginning, take the time to clear your mind and clarify your purpose. You must have a clear visualization of the outcome that you desire or it won’t work. Some people prefer to work with a sigil, which is an abstract representation of the goal. A sigil must be charged to properly transfer the energy into the goal. Now that you have your vision, it’s time to up the ante with some pleasure-filled “raising of energy” and my personal favorite “releasing energy towards a specific goal”. By using these techniques your sex or masturbation can be used to direct your subtle energy towards fulfilling your other life goals.

The Procedure for a basic Sex Magick spell is:

1. Clarify your purpose

2. Choose an image which represents your desired outcome, or charge an abstract design to represent your desired outcome.

3. Raise emotional energy through ceremony, invocation, ordeal or visualization until you are fully charged.

4. Raise physical energy throughout the entire body using varied sensations (anointing, bathing, worship)

5. Focus on the image as the energy increases through various sensations of pleasure or pain until a peak is achieved.

6. Release and direct the energy into the image or representation of your goal.

7. Release your goal, surrender to fate

You can get creative with this formula. Add in the elements which really get your juices flowing. Connect unabashedly with the Deities which attract you. It is not a sin to copulate with the Gods and Goddesses, in most cases they accept the energy as worship. The energy which is released from a human body during orgasm is incredibly powerful. Many are the non-physical beings which will come to feast if allowed.

The tantrists warn the inexperienced to seek a guide when opening themselves up to the powerful energies of the Kundalini Shakti. Many stories exist of people being unable to integrate the powerful new energies and changes inherent in a classic “Kundalini Awakening”. It is true that these practices open up a vast amount of energy to be directed at will. Take care to purify your heart often as you proceed, lovingly processing the stored emotions and memories which can be shaken loose by powerful waves of sexual energy. This kind of work tends to purify you, inside and out… Which is never a clean process. So, be patient with yourself as you experience unfamiliar emotions and states, keep your channel to the Divine open and tend yourself and your heart with the utmost of care.

Blessings to thee

Ms SM

Dark Moon blog

Nov 4 2010

Feminist Porn Conference Write Up

 Posted by on May 9, 2013
May 092013
 

cropped-fpc-300x213-2945413Scheduling a conference in Toronto 2 days before I moved cross country from Boston to the Bay Area wasn’t the most efficient choice I’ve ever made, but it was still a really, really good choice!

The first ‘Feminist Porn Conference’ was full of intelligent, articulate, inspiring academic & industry experts and a group of attendees that were thought-provoking, engaged & well informed. It was easily in my ‘Top 5 Events’ I’ve ever attended.

Tristan Taormino put together this conference in conjunction with her recently released book “The Feminist Porn Book” and the two went hand in hand perfectly. Both featured experts from both the academic and industry worlds and the conference particularly created a sense of solidarity with everyone attending. I was really impressed that people came from places as far away as Australia and Amsterdam to participate.

The day was not overbooked with ‘to many’ sessions although every single one that was happening looked fascinating. It’s one of those times ya’ wish cloning was possible! Every presentation that I heard about (and attended) lived up to all expectations.

I wish that I had written this right after the event so I could remember more specifics about the sessions. For anyone going to a conference that wants to do a write up, this is an important lesson for you! Either site down and write it immediate or make a bullet point list of everything you want to address when you DO write your event commentary.

My session with Carol Queen & Emily Nagoski (You can see more info about the session here) provided different examinations of the differences (if any) between Porn & Sex-Ed. It was a fascinating discussion and the audience participation added extra insights. I was happy that Tristan had a chance to attend our session and had a few important points to contribute as well (of course!). I video-taped my portion of the discussion and am now kicking myself for not recording the whole thing.

I had the pleasure to spend time with some pretty damn inspiring collegues (who also happen to be really cool people!) during the weekend including: Carol Queen, Kevin, Lisa, Kelly Shibari, Shellie, Constance, Ms Naughty & Partner, Lynn Comella as well as a few close friends.

Next years ‘Feminist Porn Conference’ is already being planned, this time with 2 days of sessions, which gives us all more time to get deeper into the discussions. This first event went so well I can only imagine all the goodness that Tristan is putting together for Round 2!

Can Just Anyone Learn to Like BDSM?

 Posted by on May 7, 2013
May 072013
 

istock_000000168821medium-425x318-300x224-9945982This article is the first of a two-part series about raising the question of BDSM with a potential romantic partner one has met without knowing whether there is a shared interest in BDSM. It was originally posted July 28, 2012

According to statistics on the website for The Kinsey Institute for Research in Sex, Gender, and Reproduction, 12% of women and 22% of men reported an erotic response to a story that had SM overtones. That’s approximately 1 in 8 women and 1 in 5 men! But then why are there only 30 people at the local munch?

Only a fraction of those into BDSM actively seek it via the online or RT communities. Thus, there exists a pool of people with an interest in BDSM who are hidden amongst those who do not have the interest, which means there is some chance that a person who is approached with a question about BDSM has an interest in it.

Thus, bringing up the question of BDSM with someone outside the RT or online BDSM communities could open a door. Before reaching for that door handle, let’s discuss a couple of other points. Some of the examples are written from the perspective of a submissive seeking a dominant but the general ideas broadly apply.

There is a difference between one who has a dominant personality, and one who can erotize dominance. Indeed one who has a dominant personality might be attracted only to dominant personalities and be turned off by the idea of a partner who enjoys submission! Thus, assuming that a person who has a dominant personality will naturally want to be dominant can lead to a door slammed in the face.

If you are a submissive and are having trouble understanding why someone would not enjoy being catered to or waited upon hand and foot, simply look at yourself. Surely, you would find it convenient to have things done for you and for one to be at your beck and call! Yet you do not seek it—why so? The reason is not so much that you are submissive; the reason is more that you do not psychosexually enjoy dominance. People who are not into BDSM do not psychosexually enjoy dominance and may find as little appeal in the idea of having a submissive partner as you do.

So while it is possible that approaching a partner outside RT or online D/s communities could lead to a party, the statistics at the beginning of this writing suggest odds are greater that you will have a no show at your party.

Here is another point to consider: the interest in BDSM is not black or white but falls on a continuum. There are those who can take or leave BDSM based on how they feel or how attached they are to their partner. So it helps to develop an interpersonal connection. At the same time, if someone has no interest in BDSM, it is fair and better for each person to have this question addressed somewhat early. What the appropriate time is relies on judgment and varies across people. Some like to bring it up on the first date. Some go a few dates into it.

I don’t think it is necessary to be strongly attached; I think it is necessary to be attractive and to have progressed enough to be open to trying things for sake of the other. This sense of openness is more likely to occur if it is practiced by both persons. And this sense of openness is not limited to sexual activity. If you want your partner to be open to trying something for you, it helps to be open to trying something for your partner, whether it is going to opera, or going to a football game.

This path—engaging in BDSM with a person who is not so much into it but is trying it for sake a partner—carries the risk that the idea will become old and uninteresting. This point is relevant if one is   envisioning a long-term relationship.

If one does want to try to bring up the topic of BDSM with someone about whose interest one is unsure, what are some effective approaches? I answer this question in the second portion of this series.

Kinky Capitalist

 Posted by on May 5, 2013
May 052013
 

Pocket moneyOriginally posted August 18, 2011

I have a fetish for the free market; the voluntary exchange of goods and services. I am a kinky, queer, capitalist. The free exchange of goods and services is as absolutely essential as the free exchange of ideas.

Where would civilization itself be without capitalism? Would we have McDonalds, widescreen TV, an explosion of innovative music, and cinema without capitalism?

Would we have the ability to freely practice, or rather to have the time to practice our particular fetish without capitalism. Think of where some might be without the availability of latex, pvc, or lycra? Or the myriad of styles of high heels?

Government intrudes into business at every step of the way.

I remember reading a column from a representative of the Small Business Administration. The point of the article was “business needs the permission of government to operate”. The opposite is actually true. Government intervention in business via regulations and taxes, stifle business development and destroy opportunities for others. From Amish milk producers, to adult video entertainers, government impedes the progress of business at every turn. From financially in the form of taxes, to regulatory mechanisms to deign what is ‘acceptable business practice’

Capitalism created this country. It was capitalism that has marched ever forward in the name of progress. I am referencing specifically the US economy until the Panic Of 1878. After this period our economy has become polluted by the incestuous relationship of the Federal Government and large business. Regulations now exclude competition, subsidize politically connected insiders, and destroy wealth opportunities for others.

The Kink Academy is an example of how capitalism is innovative and produces wealth for its principals, shareholders, and employees. Kink Academy creates a safe medium for a customer to learn about their kinky interests, try others, and discover something about themselves. Kink Academy also provides educators a platform to inform and market themselves to a wider audience.

More educators means more information, this generates more subscribers, which in turn means Kink Academy can offer more value for their subscribers, while creating more opportunities for educators. The responsibility for ensuring the continued growth of the business is on the owners of Kink Academy.

Kink Academy is a non-coercive, voluntary business, just like any non-kink business a person would patronize. No mandatory purchases, or annual taxation of money earned. A person is free to choose to spend their hard earned money where they choose. The government is the opposite of the voluntary business model. It demands tribute at the end of a gun, then spends your money without your consent. Consider the debt “crisis”. It is not a crisis at all; given that military spending and the endless printing of money that got us into this situation.

Yes, we all have to license our cars, pay our property and income taxes, and “obey” the laws. However, the government operates on our consent, and without our consent it would fall apart. As a person who believes in non-coercive consent unwaveringly, I choose not participate when I have the choice. I try as hard as possible to not put myself in a position to be dependent on government. I grow my own food when I can, I shop at the farmers market, I own gold, I patronize businesses who have earned my dollars with their customer service and competitive prices.

Your Sex Life, Your Business…or is It?

 Posted by on May 3, 2013
May 032013
 

istock_000020099280medium-425x283-300x199-2701630Originally posted August 20, 2011

Discrimination comes in a lot of forms, and many of us deal with it in different ways every day. It seems that the more communities you consider yourself a part of, the more likely it is that some person or group has a problem with what you do. Queer, person of color, transgender, non-monogamous, kinky, differently-abled, tattooed, gender non-conforming – you name it, and someone hates it. Some of these groups can be quite vocal and vehement in their opposition to other folks’ chosen way of life, and in the most extreme cases, may dedicate a great deal of resources to lobbying efforts to have these “others” lives and preferences criminalized and vilified.

Even if you don’t fit into what is typically considered a minority group (best defined by those that are listed in the “we don’t discriminate against any of these groups” disclaimers found in many job or housing postings), your sexual preferences, or the fact that you are open or willing to admit them, may just place you into the minority of the population. And there may come a time when openness about such matters finds you facing discrimination in your daily life. So what’s a pervert to do? Below are some facts to know and things to keep in mind if this form of discrimination is something you have or may face.

· Housing – Although some states (California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey , New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont and Wisconsin) prohibit discriminatory housing practices based on sexual orientation, there are currently NO states that prohibit discrimination based on sexual practices (such as kinky, BDSM, poly or non-monogamous activity). Therefore, though you could not legally be fired in any of the listed states for being out about the fact that you have same-gender sex, you certainly could for letting folks know that the sex you have ventures outside the realm of “normal.” (And who decides what is normal? Since there are no protections in place, and provided you live in an employment at-will state (the law in an overwhelming majority of states) any sexual act your employer did not approve of could earn you a pink slip.· Employment – Though the Employment Non-Discrimination Act remains in the news, as of the date of writing, it has not passed and therefore there remain no federal protections from discrimination in employment based on one’s sexual orientation. Because of this, residents of more than half of the states in the US (thirty of the fifty) live with the very real possibility that the fact that they are gay, bisexual or lesbian may result in the loss of their job, and that this would be completely legal. Just as with housing, there is no protection-federal or state-for kinky, non-monogamous, poly or BDSM citizens, so be aware that talking about such matters at work may, if you work in one of the large majority of states where employment is at-will, earn you a pink slip.· Family/Child Issues – Despite recent state rulings declaring bans on same-gender partners adopting unconstitutional, there remain three states, Michigan, Mississippi and Utah, where legislators (or in the case of Michigan, judges) have decided who one sleeps with determines whether one is fit to be an adoptive parent. The issue becomes even thornier when dealing with custody, as individual state judges are often given a great deal of leeway to discriminate in such determinations due to one parent’s sexual orientation. As with housing and employment, there still exist no laws to prevent a judge or administrator from making custody or adoption decisions based on a prospective parent’s kink or poly lifestyle, something which one parent in custody disputes will sadly often use as a weapon. This is something to keep in mind no matter how loving your relationship may be at present, and when deciding how much proof (photos, contracts, recordings, blogs) to leave about “non-vanilla” relationships.· Criminal – Though the Supreme Court has ruled that sodomy laws are unconstitutional under federal law, many gay, lesbian and bisexual people still find themselves the target of discriminatory stings by local law authority for behavior that is condoned if the subjects are of the opposite sex. The issue becomes even thornier when dealing with BDSM and kink practices, as no state or federal laws make a distinction in assault and battery for consensual activities. In other words, any time you engage in rough sex or play with someone, you are opening yourself up to the possibility of prosecution for such activities.

There are a number of kink and sex friendly attorneys and other professionals across the country, and one good resource for further information about possible sex/kink related discrimination is the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom. Check out their library of resources for further information, or feel free to email us at Sexquire with specific questions. And most of all, be careful out there.

The UnSlut Project

 Posted by on May 1, 2013
May 012013
 
istock_000020390883small-425x283-300x199-4975252Despite all the societal and cultural advances women have made over the past century, female sexuality is often still viewed as somehow threatening and dangerous. This perception is not lost on children and young adults, and its ramifications are apparent in the sexual bullying that pervades middle schools and high schools.
The fact that the girls who are victimized by what is commonly referred to as “slut shaming” might not understand the deep societal roots of their experience doesn’t make that experience any less devastating for them. Their drastic reactions, including self-harm and even suicide, make the situation impossible to ignore.
It has been fifteen years since I was bullied for being a “slut” in middle school, and to be honest, I hadn’t spent much time thinking about those days until quite recently. I have a full, satisfying life with a wonderful partner, work I love doing, friends I can count on, and a great relationship with my parents. But about a year ago, during a visit to my childhood home, I discovered my old journals and was transported back to a time of intense shame and isolation.
When I was eleven years old, I was branded a “slut” by my classmates. For the next few years of my life, I was bullied incessantly at school, after school, and online. At the time, I didn’t feel comfortable confiding in my parents or other adults in my life. I would have loved to be able to access an online community of women who had survived what I was going through; it would have given me reassurance to know that this time would pass and my life would get better.
So I decided to create The UnSlut Project in the hopes that my own diary entries could provide some perspective to girls who currently feel trapped and ashamed. I have been publishing these entries one at a time, without changing a single word except for the names of the people involved. My limited commentary, which is confined to brackets in each entry, is meant to provide the relief of my current perspective, fifteen years later.
The UnSlut Project is a collaborative effort to reach out to those girls and offer them some hope for the future. It is also a chance for us to prove, through sharing the details of our own experiences, that slut shaming is a strong negative force that has affected the lives of many women. If you have had an experience you’d like to share, or if you can offer some words of advice and encouragement to young women who need them, please contribute by clicking the “Share Your Experience” button.

You can read my diary at http://unslutproject.tumblr.com.

Emily Lindin
http://unslutproject.tumblr.com
(805) 617-3215
@unslutproject

Dominant Female Fashion

 Posted by on April 29, 2013
Apr 292013
 

istock_000016147943small-425x282-300x199-4020866This article was originally posted November 17, 2010

I’ve attended fetish and BDSM events all over the world, and one of my favorite things to do at these events is check out all the style eye candy. The best by far to scope hot chicks in fetish gear are the events focused on Professional Domination, mostly because the woman who work in kink have to fill their wardrobes with latex, leather and more in order to do sessions, videos, etc. So they have excellent excuses, and usually a larger budget than most, to shop all the fabulous vendors and adorn themselves well.

Being at DomCon Atlanta reminded me of how much fun it is to see everyone all dressed up. There are so many different styles of fetish dressing, and it’s possible to learn a lot about a Dominant Woman by the way she presents herself.

Of course there is the “Classic Domme” who is usually in all black, probably leather but can also be latex, satin, or lace. Rather severe looking and usually sporting a slightly disdainful look, this presentation is intimidating and powerful.

Another popular approach is the “Elegant Lady” perhaps in a ball gown or a corset and bustle. Drawing on Victorian inspiration is a must and having matching accessories should be a key part of the over-all look.

The “Fetishist Extraordinaire” always has full latex or head to toe leather on along with awe inspiring high heels that most people would be afraid to stand in, let alone walk around in.

Pigtails and plaid can be dominant too with a “Bratty Girl”, cheerleader outfits are a particular favorite among this kind of Dome. This is the snarky, sarcastic and just plain mean girl that we all loved to hate from high-school.

A “Flowing Goddess” would wear swirling skirts and dresses in sensual fabrics, with bare feet for comfort.

Of course there are many other options as well, and everyone woman should find her own style to suit the way she plays.

“New phone app makes it easy for kids to sext!”

 Posted by on April 27, 2013
Apr 272013
 

istock_000022569221xsmall-300x198-6942801The above headline was what I recently overheard on a 24hr news channel (sexting being the activity of sending provocative images of oneself and others over the internet and smart phones). Of course, with just a little attention to what followed, it became clear that the hysteria-inducing title was more hype than substance. The app was just another in a line of photo manipulation programs that happens to be the latest “thang.” They presented no evidence that it actually made sexting any easier than other apps.

What’s disappointing is that the news station missed another opportunity to really educate, as usual. Never was there any research presented that shows sexting may be like any other kind of experimental stage of childhood sexuality, only with the use of 21st century mechanisms. I am not suggesting that, therefore, it’s all “okay.” On the contrary, kids must be taught how to be healthy and responsible in all aspects of life. They need to know from their parents or guardians that their bodies are beautiful and unconditionally accepted just the way they are. From that place of self-respect can they then be taught to make wise choices, rather than feeling shamed into conformity.

What we are often in denial about is that the approach of this media outlet is not illuminating sexual health, but rather it is teaching sexual shame without really knowing it. After all, millions – let me repeat – millions and millions of people put sexy images of themselves on the internet and smart phones all the time. This fact the news station never bothers to admit. Yet when younger generations simply follow suit, we scold them. For this we exploit them by making useless news appear scandalous to boost ratings. For this we have labeled some teenagers “sexual predators” for the rest of their lives. For this we teach them sexual shame and we are hardly aware of it.

The Haunting of Aunia Kahn

 Posted by on April 25, 2013
Apr 252013
 

americanpolitical-300x206-9847218This article was originally posted on April 5, 2011

Her images are haunting, eerie, sensual and provocative. Rich in symbolism, sparse in color selection, though not in hue, the figurative works by Aunie Kahn, a world-recognized self-taught American artist, reflects a childhood marred by abuse and pain. Kahn sought refuge through creativity and the arts, to facilitate the healing process, but it wasn’t until 2005 that her private struggles became public fodder for an art-appreciating crowd. Since then, she has been featured in many publications and galleries including the Sexy Art Gallery at the Erotic Museum in Amsterdam. In April, Kahn’s work will take center stage at two shows in the United States, with more planned this summer.

”What is behind us is never really gone, if we turn around it is always there even through denial.” – Kahn has written. There’s a universal message in her stories and hybrid art forms that meld photography, painting and collage. She makes use of her own likeness in each of her creations, and weaves in controversial subjects and emotional conflict that suggest both sexual wounding and pain, but also strength and triumph. Complex and nuanced visual stories that convey emotionality in raw reds, strong lines, gray shadows and feminine, erotic curves.

Kahn speaks of these experiences as, “background noise from the past,” that challenge us to grow and evolve after our brushes with the edge of human darkness. “As we move forward in life we can find ourselves haunted by our pasts; the things we did, the choice we made, how the cards fell into place that we felt we had no control over, and the people, places and things that have come and gone.”

Her art continues to evolve, with the earlier works focusing most specifically in her abusive past. She calls this first series, Human Error, a visual journey of self-therapy. “I find that standing tall, looking at the things that have become my past, good or bad are a reflection of who I am today.”

Another series deals with the feelings of choice and conviction, in which she expresses her feelings about religion, politics and death. ‘Common Silence’ evokes her love for ‘vintage and propaganda type imagery.’ In ‘Our Forbidden Solitude’ Kahn introduces medical symbolism, exposed bones and living creatures to explore the boundaries of life and death, and her self-declared ‘Intimate Perception’ pieces deal with letting go and being at the mercy of outside forces.

In addition to her artwork and exhibitions, Kahn creates tarot cards, and is an author, designer, musician and vocalist living in Illinois with her, “four German Shepherds and two black cats in her secret closet.” Her work is represented by galleries in the United States and Amsterdam, and she’s the recipient of many awards and juried exhibition honors stateside and in Europe.

Sex as Advertising

 Posted by on April 23, 2013
Apr 232013
 

boobs-3868819We’ve all heard about the sexualization of female bodies used in advertising and most of us can see that it’s a problem. One look at these advertisements shows how women’s bodies are so often used as commodities to sell products and services

But the question is, how can we separate nudity and nudity that is sexual? We live in such a sexualized culture that equates nudity with sex and doesn’t define nudity in any other context. In the advertisement for Tom Ford , we can see this principle being illustrated. The woman’s breasts are covered by her hands because female nipples are equated with genitalia (in our society) and at the same time are meant to evoke feelings of lust and desire in this advertisement. The idea, at least to the marketing team behind it, is that the viewer will associate the pleasure that is brought by breasts to the product and therefore be inclined to link that pleasure to using that product, making that person more likely to buy it.

Because sex sells and we clearly know this, advertisers take advantage of this and use sexualized body parts as objects in order to sell things. These ads come with the understanding that “sexy” body parts are off limits but at the same time desirable and hot. It evokes the idea of “you can look but don’t touch”.  Sexualized bodies are a major part of how we define sexuality in our culture and also frames our perception of sex and bodies.sex-in-media3-2

I think the danger here is when genitalia and sexual organs become objectified and presented in such a way that contributes to our cultural notion that sex is bad. When body parts are constructed to be objects they lose the pleasure that they had in and of themselves and become methods of profit. From this, the stigma around nudity and sexualized body parts is reinforced through advertising.

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So the question is, can we ever see nudity in a way that is not sexualized? Could advertisements exist that depict nudity, but that is not objectifying or exploitative in any way? And more importantly, is this something we should strive for? I personally think the answer is yes, as the more normalized and acceptable nudity becomes the less violation that happens. When nudity is normal, it’s hard to make it seem as if something naughty or dangerous is going on, which is often the angle that advertisers take to make their products seem edgy and exciting. Normalization equals less objectification and less objectification equals less sexism.

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