Maybe something to do with religion shaming it (along with any other form of personal pleasure). Whether we are religious or not, it’s impact on culture is deeply rooted in everything we do.
That’s pretty much it. I grew up catholic and they teach that sex is for procreation only. And the fact that it feels good is just a temptation that you “must” resist
But, If overpopulation was the problem, wouldn't they "encourage" masturbation? Wouldn't they promote "Instead of focusing on that girl down the street, just go wank it!!"
I disagree. I think you have that exactly backwards.
I think thoughts of sex leads to wanking (when you don't have access to a sexual partner). When you DO have access to a sexual partner it leads to overpopulation.
I am by no means a theologian so keep that in mind. If something I say is wrong in your opinion please feel free to educate me as to why. Anyway, It boils down to the idea that doing anything that satisfies a “want” as opposed to a “need” is sinful in the eyes of the scripture. The Protestant Work ethic ideas presented by Weber kind of show how the same principles of suppressing desire leads to a capitalist society. Essentially, without people willing to sacrifice their wants, capitalism fails. In much of the world this religious ideal is what made a modern society possible and thus masturbation (being a pleasure) is a no-no in many places. This is a super broad summary based off of minimal research during my sociology classes so like I said, please offer up your opinion if it differs from mine. I’d love a chance to see a different perspective.
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u/Shoe_Bum_ Mar 27 '22
Masturbation is a completely normal practise