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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the interpretation of images used in a psychology experiment involving toddlers, specifically focusing on the concept of 'tickling' as depicted in the images of Cookie Monster and Big Bird. Participants explore various interpretations and reactions to the images, considering both childlike and adult perspectives.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants question the meaning of 'tickling' as depicted in the images, suggesting different interpretations based on their perspectives.
  • Several participants express that the images appear to suggest more than just tickling, with comments about groping or other inappropriate implications.
  • Others note that the expressions of the characters, particularly Cookie Monster, are humorous and contribute to the overall interpretation of the images.
  • Some participants share their initial reactions to the images before knowing the context, indicating a perception of the images as potentially suggestive.
  • A few participants humorously acknowledge their own 'dirty minds' in relation to the images, while others maintain a more innocent interpretation.
  • There are references to the physical positions of the characters, with some suggesting that they appear to be in compromising or humorous situations.
  • One participant mentions the idea of a test to gauge perceptions of perversion based on the images.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion features multiple competing views on the interpretation of the images, with no consensus reached regarding the meaning of 'tickling' or the appropriateness of the depicted actions.

Contextual Notes

Participants express uncertainty about the implications of the images and how they relate to the psychology experiment, highlighting the subjective nature of interpretation based on individual perspectives.

What do these images suggest to you?

  • Two characters are tickling each other

    Votes: 2 8.0%

  • You know...

    Votes: 17 68.0%

  • I don't want to talk about it

    Votes: 4 16.0%

  • Other

    Votes: 2 8.0%
  • Total voters
    25
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  • #33
Hmm..piece of the image on a pack of cigarettes of the Silk cut brand?

Or, is it perhaps a reference to the cut sleeve? :confused:
 
  • #34
arildno said:
Hmm..piece of the image on a pack of cigarettes of the Silk cut brand?

Or, is it perhaps a reference to the cut sleeve? :confused:
Yes, it's an ad for Silk Cut cigarettes. It's from a semiotics book (the study of signs, as in things used to repsent other things). Does the image not make you think of anything else?
 
  • #35
the cut sleeve, perhaps?
 
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  • #38
wolram said:
I have a pure mind so that does not remind me of what i think.
:smile: :smile: Well, it reminds me of what you think.
 
  • #39
It reminds ME of the cut sleeve, whether that's pure or not.
 
  • #40
honestrosewater said:
:smile: :smile: Well, it reminds me of what you think.

Oh Heck, my leg has gone stiff, bye bye for now, i must exercise it.
 
  • #41
arildno said:
the cut sleeve, perhaps?
What is the cut sleeve? I found a book Passions of the Cut Sleeve: The Male Homosexual Tradition in China (this was the first result), but no mention of what 'the cut sleeve' refers to.
hitssquad said:
Cultural deconstructionism = PPD.
Don't shoot the messenger. I didn't see it at first, but of course, now that I've heard her interpretation, I see it.
 
  • #42
honestrosewater said:
What is the cut sleeve? I found a book Passions of the Cut Sleeve: The Male Homosexual Tradition in China (this was the first result), but no mention of what 'the cut sleeve' refers to.
It refers to one of the canonical gay love stories from ancient China:
An emperor is dozing with his male lover lying asleep, his head lying on the broad sleeve of the emperor's typical Chinese garment (VERY costly, presumably, since he was the emperor..).

A servant comes in, there is urgent business for the emperor to take care of, but because he doesn't want to disturb his lover's blissful sleep, he cuts of the sleeve of his garment, and leaves the room quietly.

So, the story became in time one those "how sweet! how tender!"-stories about love..
 
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  • #43
arildno said:
It refers to one of the canonical gay love stories from ancient China:
An emperor is dozing with his male lover lying asleep, his head lying on the broad sleeve of the emperor's typical Chinese garment (VERY costly, presumably, since he was the emperor..).

A servant comes in, there is urgent business for the emperor to take care of, but because he doesn't want to disturb his lover's blissful sleep, he cuts of the sleeve of his garment, and leaves the room quietly.

So, the story became in time one those "how sweet! how tender!"-stories about love..
:smile: :smile:
 
  • #44
wolram said:
Oh Heck, my leg has gone stiff, bye bye for now, i must exercise it.
Is that a British expression for buffing the turtle?
 

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