Why scientifically, do we need procreation as a species?

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Discussion Overview

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.

Discussion Character

  • 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.

  • #61
Moonbear said:
You should add that to the worst pick-up lines thread! :smile:

I would say that's a pretty good one, rather than a worst one
 
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  • #62
Moonbear said:
Are you saying I'm cheap? :eek:
No, I'm saying no amount, no matter how big, would be too much. No, no amount, no matter how big, would be enough.
Many things are called priceless, few really are. Perhaps you are one.
 
  • #63
franznietzsche said:
I would say that's a pretty good one, rather than a worst one
Too late :biggrin:
 
  • #64
tribdog said:
No, I'm saying no amount, no matter how big, would be too much. No, no amount, no matter how big, would be enough.
Many things are called priceless, few really are. Perhaps you are one.

:blushing:
 
  • #65
A million dollars would do it. :shy:
 
  • #66
tribdog said:
No, I'm saying no amount, no matter how big, would be too much. No, no amount, no matter how big, would be enough.
Many things are called priceless, few really are. Perhaps you are one.

Sycophant.
A very good sycophant, but one nonetheless.
 
  • #67
I'm not a sycophant, I'm Aquarius
 
  • #68
tribdog said:
I'm not a sycophant, I'm Aquarius

Good enough for me.
 
  • #69
I'd respond if I knew what either of those things were, but dictionary.com is 404 right now for some reason. Let's just assume I agree with Franz.
 
  • #70
Smurf said:
I'd respond if I knew what either of those things were, but dictionary.com is 404 right now for some reason. Let's just assume I agree with Franz.


Wouldn't that normally be a bad assumption, or am i confused again?
 
  • #71
We only have to disagree on the political subforum, we're safe here.
 
  • #72
tribdog said:
I'm not a sycophant, I'm Aquarius

LOL! Hi, I'm a Scorpio!

http://love.astrology.com/features/astrology/lovematch/scorpioaquarius.html

:smile:
 
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  • #73
Oh ok. Usually people who disagree with me in one area just decide that I'm wrong everywhere else, so that's an unusual position.
 
  • #74
Moonbear said:
LOL! Hi, I'm a Scorpio!

http://love.astrology.com/features/astrology/lovematch/scorpioaquarius.html

:smile:


Basically, you two just would never work.
 
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  • #75
franznietzsche said:
Basically, you two just would never work.

Oh, I thought it said we'd get along wonderfully...once we beat each other to death! :smile:
 
  • #76
Some people (men) think that sexual pleasure has to do with the Physical Size of the genital organ. The longer the better!
To men, may be this is true.
But to women, sex is not only limited to physiology, but encompasses mentality too,
they need romantic ambience before having sex.

Another question is,
do you think sex is limited to "the penetration of penis into vagina?"
Is it ok to do something more than that? To find other "inlets" ?
 
  • #77
Moonbear said:
Oh, I thought it said we'd get along wonderfully...
No that would be http://love.astrology.com/features/astrology/lovematch/leoscorpio.html
 
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  • #78
franznietzsche said:
Oh ok. Usually people who disagree with me in one area just decide that I'm wrong everywhere else

No franz, we don't. I've got to disagree with you on that.
 
  • #79
Saint said:
Some people (men) think that sexual pleasure has to do with the Physical Size of the genital organ. The longer the better!
To men, may be this is true.
But to women, sex is not only limited to physiology, but encompasses mentality too,
they need romantic ambience before having sex.
[redneck] What are you a F**? I bet you're just small [/redneck]
 
  • #80
Actually i think We would make the best match. Us[/URL]
 
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  • #81
franznietzsche said:
Basically, you two just would never work.
I can change. Really I can.
 
  • #82
I know that the black has the most tremendous size of it,
the asians are generally inferior in size.
 
  • #83
Smurf said:
No that would be http://love.astrology.com/features/astrology/lovematch/leoscorpio.html

LOL! Leo's sound kind of needy. :smile:
 
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  • #84
Saint said:
Another question is,
do you think sex is limited to "the penetration of penis into vagina?"
Is it ok to do something more than that? To find other "inlets" ?

Finally :smile:...a real gem...I've been waiting so long. :approve:
 
  • #85
Smurf said:
[redneck] What are you a F**? I bet you're just small [/redneck]


[irish]
99 bottle of whiskey on the wall...
Ohh, look at the...wit on her...
98 bottles of whiskey on the wall..
[/irish]
 
  • #86
Moonbear said:
LOL! Leo's sound kind of needy. :smile:

:mad: oh yeah well Scorpios sound kind of controlly
 
  • #87
just answer the question straightforwardly.
serius question!

Can sex be defined as something more than "sexual organ" ?
 
  • #88
tribdog said:
I can change. Really I can.

Yep, that's what it said, once we beat each other to death, we'll both mellow each other out...but where's the fun in being mellow? :biggrin:
 
  • #89
Moonbear said:
LOL! Leo's sound kind of needy. :smile:

I'm not needy, I'm addicted!
 
  • #90
My personal definition is that if a person climaxes, it is sex of one sort of another.
 

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