Why scientifically, do we need procreation as a species?

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The discussion revolves around the reasons for procreation and the role of sex in human society, exploring both the biological and social implications. Participants touch on themes of pleasure, morality, and societal norms, with a mix of serious and humorous tones.

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  • Debate/contested
  • Conceptual clarification
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that sex is primarily for pleasure, while others acknowledge its role in procreation.
  • There are varying opinions on what constitutes "proper" amounts of sexual activity, with some arguing that it is subjective and cannot be dictated.
  • One participant humorously claims that if sex were not enjoyable, the world would be underpopulated, implying a biological drive behind procreation.
  • Concerns are raised about the morality of sexual behavior, particularly in the context of marriage and fidelity, with some arguing that secrecy implies guilt.
  • Discussions about the acceptability of sexual relationships outside of marriage lead to differing views, with some asserting that it is not acceptable if it cannot be disclosed to a spouse.
  • There are provocative statements regarding the nature of laws and morality, with some participants questioning societal norms and legal frameworks surrounding sexual behavior.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a range of views on the nature and purpose of sex, with no clear consensus on the morality of various sexual practices or the implications of procreation. The discussion remains unresolved with multiple competing perspectives.

Contextual Notes

Some statements reflect personal beliefs and cultural norms, which may not be universally applicable. The discussion includes speculative and controversial claims about morality and legality that are not settled.

  • #31
How accurate can be horoscopes?

Do you read your horoscopes daily?
How serious do you treat it?
If the horoscopes say today you may have bad luck if you go out,
will you believe it and keep yourself at home?

I don't believe it at all.

Horoscope is like fortunetelling, just bull****s :biggrin: .
 
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  • #32
WEll if that isn't the most random subject change ever...
 
  • #33
Saint said:
For fun or for procreation ?

or both?

Too much and too little sex is no good?
How much is consider "proper" ?
:cry: I could give you my answer. But it will probably be dismissed like any other.
 
  • #34
Saint said:
Most youngsters have masterbation, which gives them a certain level of sexual pleasure. So, it is naturally they will feel curious to Explore sex with opposite sex. As long as they know how to avoid pregnancy and STD, do you think it is ok for them to ignore Virginity ?

I think that's up to their parents to decide what they want to teach their own kids about that.
 
  • #35
Saint said:
Most youngsters have masterbation, which gives them a certain level of sexual pleasure. So, it is naturally they will feel curious to Explore sex with opposite sex. As long as they know how to avoid pregnancy and STD, do you think it is ok for them to ignore Virginity ?

You don't need to know anything.

We choose to make people know for their own safety, but its not important. If nature made it a rule to know "stuff" before having sex, then sex orientation classes would be packed with an endless waiting list because everyone wants to have sex. We don't need to know anything because if we did, they wouldn't have to force sex education in schools. Basically all nature wanted you to know was thet it's great and pleasureable.

I totally understand why people say "you need to know" or "you need to feel", but that's wrong.

To the question "why do we need sex?"

...who said we need it?
 
  • #36
JasonRox said:
Y
To the question "why do we need sex?"

...who said we need it?

We only need it once we've had it. It's a lot easier to not need it when you don't know what you're missing.
 
  • #37
Moonbear said:
We only need it once we've had it. It's a lot easier to not need it when you don't know what you're missing.
Or it's been so long that you can't remember what you are missing. :frown:
 
  • #38
Smurf said:
Even rape is acceptable under certain circumstances.. Like if the continuation of the human race depends on it but she still won't put out :rolleyes:
Or if you just blew $150 bucks on dinner and she's been flirting all night, but changes her mind when you try undoing her bra.
 
  • #39
Moonbear said:
We only need it once we've had it. It's a lot easier to not need it when you don't know what you're missing.


THE TRUTH![/size]


Bane of my existence, damn TRUTH.
 
  • #40
Evo said:
Or it's been so long that you can't remember what you are missing. :frown:


Ouch. Lonely nights Evo?

Go out, club a man over the head and bring him back!
 
  • #41
franznietzsche said:
Ouch. Lonely nights Evo?

Go out, club a man over the head and bring him back!
or even better
go out, give a man head in a club...
 
  • #42
Moonbear said:
We only need it once we've had it. It's a lot easier to not need it when you don't know what you're missing.
Evo said:
Or it's been so long that you can't remember what you are missing. :frown:
I have the answer!

SEX IS AN ADDICTIVE DRUG!
 
  • #43
tribdog said:
or even better
go out, give a man head in a club...


Yeah, but i figured she'd be more likely to take my suggestion on a whim.
 
  • #44
Smurf said:
I have the answer!

SEX IS AN ADDICTIVE DRUG!


You have no idea how true that is.
 
  • #45
franznietzsche said:
You have no idea how true that is.
I really hate it when people say "You have no Idea... blah blah blah"

HOW THE F*** DO YOU KNOW WHAT I DO AND DONT KNOW!
AHHHHH!

(sorry, pet peeve)
 
  • #46
I disagree. Drugs are easy. No effort involved.
You have no idea how hard I've worked, the countless hours of study, to become as good in bed as I am.
 
  • #47
Smurf said:
I really hate it when people say "You have no Idea... blah blah blah"

HOW THE F*** DO YOU KNOW WHAT I DO AND DONT KNOW!
AHHHHH!

(sorry, pet peeve)

I take it i was actually right when i said that?
 
  • #48
tribdog said:
I disagree. Drugs are easy. No effort involved.
You have no idea how hard I've worked, the countless hours of study, to become as good in bed as I am.
Ok.. so it's an expensive drug that takes ages to peak.
 
  • #49
tribdog said:
I disagree. Drugs are easy. No effort involved.
You have no idea how hard I've worked, the countless hours of study, to become as good in bed as I am.


It shouldn't take that much work...or maybe I'm unique...
 
  • #50
Smurf said:
Ok.. so it's an expensive drug that takes ages to peak.


If by ages you mean an hour...yeah.
 
  • #51
franznietzsche said:
I take it i was actually right when i said that?
Like I said, pet peeve.
 
  • #52
franznietzsche said:
If by ages you mean an hour...yeah.
You have a talent for making something out of nothing.
 
  • #53
Smurf said:
You have a talent for making something out of nothing.


Once again, i have no idea if i should take that a compliment or an insult. Since its probably an insult, i'll consider it a cmopliment, making it easier to reply...

Things are more fun that way.
 
  • #54
Your welcome.
 
  • #55
tribdog said:
Or if you just blew $150 bucks on dinner and she's been flirting all night, but changes her mind when you try undoing her bra.

Is that in Arizona dollars? And to think I was going to settle for the blanket fort in the kitchen. I'll have to raise my prices. :smile:
 
  • #56
Smurf said:
I have the answer!

SEX IS AN ADDICTIVE DRUG!

It is. I'll have to write up something about that for the bio forum one of these days.
 
  • #57
I wonder if I can get a perscription for it.
"What do you mean NO? Doctor's orders baby, We have to!"
 
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  • #58
You'd still be a bargain
 
  • #59
tribdog said:
You'd still be a bargain

Are you saying I'm cheap? :eek:
 
  • #60
Smurf said:
I wonder if I can get a perscription for it.
"What do you mean NO? Doctor's orders baby, We have to!"

You should add that to the worst pick-up lines thread! :smile:
 

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