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what are you seeking, ivan?
Is Sensitivity to ET Similar to Homophobia?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion explores the sensitivity of individuals towards extraterrestrial (ET) themes, drawing a parallel to homophobia. Participants engage in a light-hearted exchange while examining societal perceptions and reactions to both topics.
Discussion Character
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Main Points Raised
- Some participants suggest that the sensitivity around ET themes is comparable to homophobia, noting that reactions can be exaggerated or humorous.
- One participant questions the focus on anal probing in alien abduction narratives, proposing that it reflects deeper sociological desires and taboos.
- Another participant humorously implies that the fascination with ETs may stem from a desire for forbidden experiences.
- There is a suggestion that advanced alien civilizations might choose to wait for humanity to evolve before making contact.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express varying degrees of humor and skepticism about the sensitivity to ET themes, but there is no clear consensus on the comparison to homophobia or the implications of such sensitivity.
Contextual Notes
Participants' comments reflect a mix of humor and serious inquiry, with some statements relying on assumptions about societal behavior and perceptions that are not fully explored.
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cronxeh
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you got to stop creating those threads man.. just keep it all in one place - brainwashed sounds about right
plus Ivan's got a freaking alien in his avatar, what do you think?? hehe
plus Ivan's got a freaking alien in his avatar, what do you think?? hehe
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Ivan Seeking
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Don't be so sure.
I have an ironic sense of humor...you just never know.
Oh yes, at the moment I am seeking dinner.
I have an ironic sense of humor...you just never know.
Oh yes, at the moment I am seeking dinner.
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Lisa!
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He's seeking for where he would be able to do sth evil! 
(I was kidding Ivan 
I'm really afraid of super mentors! )
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ivan is seeking cattle. and anal probe candidates
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as someone put it in MIB2 very accurately "and what's up with anal probing?"
By now, I'd figure, the advanced alien civilization would at least have MRI and CT scans - but alas, the abductees fantasies only focus on some prostate stimulation and inpregnation attempts. Is it the sociological discern that what's forbidden is also what's desired? Well perhaps those two concepts commute too. I'd stick around for another 100 years if I was an alien civilization waiting to introduce themselves to humans - perhaps let us evolve a bit more, get a little civilized and not so much egocentric
By now, I'd figure, the advanced alien civilization would at least have MRI and CT scans - but alas, the abductees fantasies only focus on some prostate stimulation and inpregnation attempts. Is it the sociological discern that what's forbidden is also what's desired? Well perhaps those two concepts commute too. I'd stick around for another 100 years if I was an alien civilization waiting to introduce themselves to humans - perhaps let us evolve a bit more, get a little civilized and not so much egocentric
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It's really amazing how sensitive people are to the ET thing. It sort of reminds me of homophobia. The fact that people keep bringing up the anal probe thing even strengthens the link.