So why is it that attraction and repulsion can be so closely linked?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion explores the complex relationship between attraction and repulsion, using social and personal examples to illustrate how these feelings can coexist in various contexts. The scope includes conceptual reflections on human behavior and social dynamics.

Discussion Character

  • Conceptual clarification
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that attraction and repulsion can be context-dependent, as illustrated by personal anecdotes about preferences for certain behaviors or traits in different people.
  • One participant notes that the perception of attractiveness can vary significantly based on the individual involved, implying that societal standards may influence these feelings.
  • Another participant humorously reflects on the idea that certain actions can be appealing in one context (e.g., a romantic partner) but repulsive in another (e.g., a roommate).
  • There is a suggestion that physical fitness may correlate with perceptions of attractiveness, as one participant asserts that "fit birds" are generally seen as attractive.
  • Some participants engage in light-hearted banter, referencing avatars and personal reactions, which adds a playful tone to the discussion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the nature of attraction and repulsion, with no clear consensus reached. Some agree on the contextual nature of these feelings, while others present competing ideas about attractiveness standards.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes subjective interpretations and personal anecdotes, which may not be universally applicable. The relationship between physical appearance and attraction remains a point of contention.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in social psychology, human behavior, or the dynamics of attraction and repulsion may find this discussion relevant.

N_Quire
Attraction -- Repulsion

I was thinking of the Seinfeld episode where Jerry is turned on watching his girlfriend run her fingers through her hair. She, on the other hand, is turned off watching him scratching his head.

It's strange how attraction and repulsion works. It seems there is good dirt and bad dirt; acceptable fluids and detestable ones. Some fluids are ok depending on who they belong to.

We can eat candy out of a loved one's mouth but the thought of eating candy out of your favorite aunt's mouth is enough to put you off your dinner. A guy might find a girl painting her toenails to be as delightful a sight as a meadow full of flowers, but when his male room mate enters pedicure mode in full view, it can start a fight.

Some of the things that we find most attractive in some people are the very things we find most disgusting in others. And how about touch? We adore being touched by a lover but once you argue or fall out of love, you'd rather be touched by a dead fish.
 
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Well technically, she didnt like it because when he walked around naked it wasnt attractive, so she couldn't stop picturing him naked...on the other hand...jerry kept picturing that she was naked(because she walked around nakedbefore)
 
Birds who are fit are fit most things they do.

People who are not regarded as being attractive are not attractive whatever they do.

That is the reason.
 
A fit bird, is that an attractive woman?
 
Yes.
 


Originally posted by N_Quire
We can eat candy out of a loved one's mouth but the thought of eating candy out of your favorite aunt's mouth is enough to put you off your dinner.
LOL, man that was funny, but it is an interesting social phenomenon that you've pointed out.
 
*stares at climbhi's avatar*

*shudders*
 
Originally posted by Jikx
*stares at climbhi's avatar*

*shudders*
you know you like it!
 

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