I do so think that on occasion atheists tend to think religion is not all bad.

GoldenDoll comments on Mar 4, 2018:

I've never met an atheist that "thinks religion is not all bad". Have you?

GoldenDoll replies on Mar 4, 2018:

@Blindbird and which "philosophical concepts" come directly from religion?

I do so think that on occasion atheists tend to think religion is not all bad.

GoldenDoll comments on Mar 4, 2018:

I've never met an atheist that "thinks religion is not all bad". Have you?

GoldenDoll replies on Mar 4, 2018:

Didn't you know that religion was invented to build power structures? What else is religion for?

What do you consider a "long term" relationship?

bleurowz comments on Mar 3, 2018:

I think anything that lasts beyond the "honeymoon" stage -- by honeymoon I don't mean the trip you take after a wedding, but after all the intensity and excitement at the beginnings of a relationship wears off and you're faced with the day-to-day living with your partner. This is the place where a ...

GoldenDoll replies on Mar 4, 2018:

In both my marriages the intensity never waned. It was fabulous. They each lasted 13 years. Maybe that's why I'm not married anymore!

I do so think that on occasion atheists tend to think religion is not all bad.

GoldenDoll comments on Mar 4, 2018:

I've never met an atheist that "thinks religion is not all bad". Have you?

GoldenDoll replies on Mar 4, 2018:

@Blindbird Interesting - could you explain which bits of religion you think are "good"?

One liners and pickup lines?

moden1065 comments on Mar 3, 2018:

Even though I really don't care for pick up lines, I feel like bringing up current events is a better way to meet someone new. However one of my favorite pick up lines that I've never used is "I'll buy dinner if you'll make breakfast".

GoldenDoll replies on Mar 4, 2018:

Yuck.

Flat earthers, truthers, birthers, holocaust deniers, moon landing deniers?

madmac comments on Mar 4, 2018:

My adult son has joined this band of strange people, and has a closed mind to any deviation from his beliefs. I feel it is no different to any other fanatical fixture of mind, such as religeon. Their minds are locked into these states, no matter how rediculous the subject, Don't bother to waste ...

GoldenDoll replies on Mar 4, 2018:

I feel for you. My adult son has recently "found" relgion. It sucks.

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GoldenDoll comments on Mar 3, 2018:

Sorry, but believing in any religion is a no-no for me. Plenty of other REAL things to disagree about..

GoldenDoll replies on Mar 4, 2018:

@Liviu But he wouldn't be "perfect in every way" if he was religious, would he? So yes he would be rejected. Next!

How do you feel about people saying "I'm proud of my heritage", "I'm proud of being British", etc.

Silver1wun comments on Feb 28, 2018:

Oh, do we ever agree on this one! My guess is that you acquired the awareness because of being a person with a nice appearance by popular standards. Mine came about earlier in adult life while working as a professional model, among other models who were almost all females. Being told by others ...

GoldenDoll replies on Mar 2, 2018:

@Silver1wun - No, the post was actually about feeling proud of something that happened by chance, for example your nationality or heritage, not about other people commenting on our beauty or "grooming". If you read some of the other replies you might get the idea.

How do you feel about people saying "I'm proud of my heritage", "I'm proud of being British", etc.

Silver1wun comments on Feb 28, 2018:

Oh, do we ever agree on this one! My guess is that you acquired the awareness because of being a person with a nice appearance by popular standards. Mine came about earlier in adult life while working as a professional model, among other models who were almost all females. Being told by others ...

GoldenDoll replies on Mar 1, 2018:

Errr- nationality?

Hugs & kisses.

TheIrishTexan comments on Feb 19, 2018:

Stand back and shake their hand

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 20, 2018:

@TheIrishTexan - doesn't matter at all. There are a million reasons why we misspell words, and autocorrect is a bitch.

What is an internet troll?

ErichZannIII comments on Feb 19, 2018:

https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Internet+Troll

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 20, 2018:

@jayneonacobb - actually we still eat faggots in Yorkshire. It's a kind of meatball served with chips usually. Want one?

What is an internet troll?

Simon1 comments on Feb 19, 2018:

I've read a few if your posts and comments not s much a troll just come across as a bit if a dick sometimes

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 20, 2018:

@Freedompath - Maybe he wants and "eye for an eye" - dubious origins...

Should I attend a wedding at church as an atheist?

AmyLF comments on Jan 23, 2018:

I don't know why not go in. It's a building and you are going to celebrate the love between two people, hopefully regardless of what they believe. I personally love the architecture of holy buildings, particularly the old cathedrals as artwork rather than some place of worship. It's a building. ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 20, 2018:

And actually I love a good sing song, so I'd sing the hymns too at the top of my voice, just because singing is fun! Even more fun when you leave out some of the words like "god" or "jesus" and substitute "dog" & "sneezes". XXX

Should I attend a wedding at church as an atheist?

SingTheGuitar comments on Feb 10, 2018:

Yes. You're being extremely silly. You should attend for your daughter's sake. Just because you go to a gay bar, doesn't make you gay. It doesn't even mean you condone being gay. The same with church. You can always laugh the whole time you're there. Just keep it kinda inaudible.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 20, 2018:

Great answer!

Hugs & kisses.

TheIrishTexan comments on Feb 19, 2018:

Stand back and shake their hand

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 20, 2018:

Thanks for your contribution, and please ignore self-satisfied non-contributors. X

Hugs & kisses.

TheIrishTexan comments on Feb 19, 2018:

Stand back and shake their hand

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 20, 2018:

@El-loco - The point is, many of us (including myself) saw the wrong "there", but we didn't comment, because unlike yourself, we don't need the self-satisfaction. The IrishTexan contributed his thoughts, for which I am grateful. Commenting on someone's spelling without even making a contribution to the question (which you still haven't done), is amazingly self-indulgent. I'm sorry I have to point this out to you - you should know better.

Hugs & kisses.

Annaleda comments on Feb 19, 2018:

Step back, with your hand out. Grab their hand to shake it, first.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 20, 2018:

@Darthpug - I'm afraid that would only fuel the village fire of "she's after your husband" and I'm keen not to alienate the people who are friendly!

Hugs & kisses.

Donotbelieve comments on Feb 19, 2018:

I look forward to reading further responses and finding a more polite way to avoid hugs and kisses, as well. I loathe uninvited attentions. I had an issue with a male who found me attractive and insisted on hugging me, even after being turned down for dates. My body language was obvious, but...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 20, 2018:

Thanks for your input. I'm really keen not to offend them, as I live in a small village where people are "foreigners" until they've lived here for several generations, so I'm happy to meet "friendly" people. But as a woman alone, I'm also subject to "she's after your husband", so I really need to stop the hugs & kisses, apart from the fact that I don't like it!

Hugs & kisses.

Crimson67 comments on Feb 19, 2018:

I'm very quick to extend my hand for a handshake before anyone can get in to do a hug. I've had a couple people take the hand shake and then pull me in for a hug. When that has happened I have put my other hand firmly on their chest and pushed away. I have absolutely no problem telling people how ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 20, 2018:

That's a great idea. I'll practise on someone first. Thanks.

Hugs & kisses.

jlynn37 comments on Feb 19, 2018:

Step back and give them the "Namaste"

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 20, 2018:

That's totally freak them out.

Hugs & kisses.

Tecolote comments on Feb 19, 2018:

You're not the only Brit having a problem with this. Here are some good moves. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lxv6THHQ09M

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 20, 2018:

Amazing, thanks!

Are you racist?

El-loco comments on Feb 19, 2018:

Firstly we need an accurate definition of race. My two pennorth (two cents): Race is the first step in evolution. In the North sea there are 7 races of cod. They live in different places, migrate to different places and breed at different times. They all taste the same. I think that there are ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 19, 2018:

I'm always astounded that people say "my family tree" - which ancestral line did you take? Male? Female? And how do you know who the females of your "family" mated with? All nonsense - I'm sure you're just as much a mutt as the rest of us.

Hugs & kisses.

TheIrishTexan comments on Feb 19, 2018:

Stand back and shake their hand

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 19, 2018:

@El-loco - ooh yes, you really showed your grammar credentials with your "gonna".

Hugs & kisses.

TheIrishTexan comments on Feb 19, 2018:

Stand back and shake their hand

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 19, 2018:

@El-loco thanks for your contribution- not.

Hugs & kisses.

Rugglesby comments on Feb 19, 2018:

This face does NOT encourage hugs, I seem to automatically freeze, people put their arms out and them take them back, in a scared kind of way.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 19, 2018:

Thanks but any ideas of how to stop it?

Hugs & kisses.

El-loco comments on Feb 19, 2018:

Hugging and kissing when introduced is out of order. I'm British too but, the Spanish IMHO seem to have it worked out. When first introduced you nod. The second time you shake hands. The third time, or after not seeing them for a while, you kiss, lightly, on both cheeks. You don't hug. And while...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 19, 2018:

Thanks, but how do I stop it?

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Wildgreens comments on Feb 14, 2018:

For me, it's my own preference, I don't care about society or what someone else prefers. For me, yes I need to remove my own body hair. I love everything staying waxed. I am more than secure with self. I have been waxing since I was 14, it doesn't even hurt, it's called lidocaine. I sure as hell...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 14, 2018:

It's about examining why you do it, not what you do - please!

More Americans who consider themselves white are discovering they are part African through DNA tests...

Atheopagan comments on Feb 7, 2018:

Well, I've had my DNA done, and I'm not, but I was disappointed when I found that out. I think it's pretty lame that NO ONE in my lineage has ever crossed out of their own group and married someone of a different race. Cowards.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 14, 2018:

So funny that you think Americans got their black DNA from their ancestors being married!

There has been discussion of an atheist can be "spiritual".

AMGT comments on Feb 13, 2018:

I think people think they’re spiritual, but that that word has no real, objective value. I’m a human that expericences awe and wonder. Certain neurochemical cocktails make me feel euphoric and wonderful. It can happen randomly and it can be induced. It’s all empirical, natural, common, ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 14, 2018:

@Atheopagan - You're the best advert for Wikipedia learning ever. Yawn. Bye.

There has been discussion of an atheist can be "spiritual".

AMGT comments on Feb 13, 2018:

I think people think they’re spiritual, but that that word has no real, objective value. I’m a human that expericences awe and wonder. Certain neurochemical cocktails make me feel euphoric and wonderful. It can happen randomly and it can be induced. It’s all empirical, natural, common, ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 14, 2018:

@Atheopagan - you're hilarious! Directing me to Wikipedia! Funniest thing I've heard in ages. Is there an entry for "wanker"?

Have you ever used affirmations?

Atheopagan comments on Feb 13, 2018:

Yes. Repeated messages to yourself can work to "program" the brain, increasing confidence, reducing insecurities and self-harming internal dialogue, and improving focus on goals. There's good science out there demonstrating that it is an effective technique, which explains why something like it has ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 14, 2018:

Oh boy. That's what religious people do to their kids. Brainwashing at its worst.

There has been discussion of an atheist can be "spiritual".

AMGT comments on Feb 13, 2018:

I think people think they’re spiritual, but that that word has no real, objective value. I’m a human that expericences awe and wonder. Certain neurochemical cocktails make me feel euphoric and wonderful. It can happen randomly and it can be induced. It’s all empirical, natural, common, ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 14, 2018:

@Atheopagan - Except there is no such thing as a "spirit" - remember that was invented by the religiots? So no, they're not "spiritual" and no, you don't get to decide what we want them to be.

There has been discussion of an atheist can be "spiritual".

AMGT comments on Feb 13, 2018:

I think people think they’re spiritual, but that that word has no real, objective value. I’m a human that expericences awe and wonder. Certain neurochemical cocktails make me feel euphoric and wonderful. It can happen randomly and it can be induced. It’s all empirical, natural, common, ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 13, 2018:

This is a great way to express it. I hate the word spiritual. Your definition "It is the experience of being an emotional human, alive and observing " is wonderful. Just what I need to explain it to spiritual believers!

There has been discussion of an atheist can be "spiritual".

David1955 comments on Feb 13, 2018:

It's a word that means everything and nothing, and that's the problem with it. Some people like to impress others with talk about how 'spiritual' they are. It's a sort of boast, a way to impress. "I don't know if I'm religious, but I'm spiritual." Right... Sorry, but I don't buy it, and I'm inclined...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 13, 2018:

Exactly. "So you're not religious, but are you a spiritual person?". Oh groan. Was does that even mean? I'm not stupid enough to believe in a god but I'll come across second best by being "spiritual"? WTF.

Why did you choose your username/avatar?

GoldenDoll comments on Dec 27, 2017:

Mine is pure laziness. I saw the name of the site, and bam. I'm not even an agnostic, I'm a pure atheist/anthitheist/aphilatelist.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 11, 2018:

@RobCampbell it's such fun to put a- in front of things you don't do. The possibilities are endless...

Can coincidence be explained scientifically?

Kimba comments on Feb 8, 2018:

Maybe your local travel agent sells the same itinerary to a lot of people.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 9, 2018:

@astrochuck I don't use them. Just book & go. She's from a totally different non-travelling background. So can't use that.

Are you Bilingual/Trilingual/Etc.?

GoldenDoll comments on Jan 25, 2018:

Oui, je parle le francais. Mi piace tanto anche parlare in italiano. Ich Kann auch ein bisschen Deutsch sprechen. And I can wing it in Spanish coz it's so similar to Italian. And I know all the best swear words in Russian ya Bani rot.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 9, 2018:

@evidentialist blat suiker!

Can coincidence be explained scientifically?

Babyseal comments on Feb 8, 2018:

Cairns reminds me of fruit bats

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 8, 2018:

Yep - horrific. Hundreds of them roosting in broad daylight as I waited for the bus.

Can coincidence be explained scientifically?

JimmyM comments on Feb 8, 2018:

I can't help myself... Karma is simply a pre Einstein explanation of cause and effect. Anyhow coincidence is just probability with variables we dont know about or too numerous to work out. Its tempting to believe its 'fate' saves trying to work it all out and gives it a 'specialness'

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 8, 2018:

You said karma & fate in the same post! Yikes!

Can coincidence be explained scientifically?

Kimba comments on Feb 8, 2018:

Maybe your local travel agent sells the same itinerary to a lot of people.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 8, 2018:

@astrochuck Nah. No travel agents involved. I didn't even realise they still existed!

Kentucky Passes ‘Don’t Say Darwin’ Bill

Levi_Hinton comments on Feb 6, 2018:

If that were true, I would immediately immigrate. I still want out of the U.S. but I have a little time left I think. It is a funny article though. Lol

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 8, 2018:

@DUCHESSA - or just someone who's good at English..,

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Manimshut comments on Feb 7, 2018:

Since when do people get to judge your choices? If you're not posing nude for me I won't ever know. If I were your lover I hope my opinion would matter. We all have different preference and that says nothing about us as people except that we are unique. Screw those who try to make the ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 8, 2018:

Oh yawn. Another man who thinks I'm asking for his personal preferences.

Kentucky Passes ‘Don’t Say Darwin’ Bill

Levi_Hinton comments on Feb 6, 2018:

If that were true, I would immediately immigrate. I still want out of the U.S. but I have a little time left I think. It is a funny article though. Lol

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 6, 2018:

@DUCHESSA - I feel your pain.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

GrantSmith comments on Feb 6, 2018:

I don't care what people do with their own bodies. That includes everyone. I honestly tire (and feel bad about) having to explain to women I date sometimes in depth that I don't have any interest in making decision on their grooming. Like... It's apparently normal now for guys to tell women how much...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 6, 2018:

This is about why we do it.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

blueperiod comments on Feb 4, 2018:

This is a complicated issue. The bottom line should be, it's your body and you can do whatever you want to with it. Your body is the only thing you really own. I think the real problem is that socially and culturally women don't have a choice in the matter. If a woman doesn't shave she is a ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 4, 2018:

Thank you for a detailed & thoughtful answer. I especially like your Barbie comment & the "real smell" issue. You have given me food for thought.

How to answer religious people's prejudiced remarks?

jacpod comments on Feb 3, 2018:

I am sorry you think and feel that way, but you'll have to excuse me, I need to go out for a breath of fresh air. ?

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 4, 2018:

Nice.

How to answer religious people's prejudiced remarks?

Leutrelle comments on Feb 3, 2018:

I would say do you hear what you are saying? Usually gets your foot in the door. Because it sounds like your saying these people aren't worth helping. . . .

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 4, 2018:

I think it'd unlikely that a lifelong Lutheran minister is going to listen to reason.

How to answer religious people's prejudiced remarks?

BanjoTango comments on Feb 2, 2018:

I know how you feel. One of my relatives made the comment "all Abos are lazy", and I had to bite my typing fingers. On the face of it though, a lot of the points that lady made are factual. I have spoken to several professionals working in remote areas who confirm those points. The important ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 3, 2018:

@BanjoTango - agreed. But you can't just invade someone's land & bung them a bottle of alcohol & expect everything to be ok. There are some very angry young people here.

How to answer religious people's prejudiced remarks?

BanjoTango comments on Feb 2, 2018:

I know how you feel. One of my relatives made the comment "all Abos are lazy", and I had to bite my typing fingers. On the face of it though, a lot of the points that lady made are factual. I have spoken to several professionals working in remote areas who confirm those points. The important ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 3, 2018:

@walklightly - agreed. Just heard that Port Douglas Marina has been sold to a Syrian billionaire! He's putting in 200 million for renovations so he can dock his million pound yacht there. SYRIA for chrissakes! Children dying in his country & f***ing Kenneth Branagh on TV asking me to send money for blankets!

How to answer religious people's prejudiced remarks?

BanjoTango comments on Feb 2, 2018:

I know how you feel. One of my relatives made the comment "all Abos are lazy", and I had to bite my typing fingers. On the face of it though, a lot of the points that lady made are factual. I have spoken to several professionals working in remote areas who confirm those points. The important ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@walklightly - I visited Mossman Gorge yesterday - intrigued by "80% indigenous personnel," etc. And they were. But 80% of the stuff in the shop was "made in China".

How to answer religious people's prejudiced remarks?

RavenCT comments on Feb 2, 2018:

"I need to tell you I utterly disagree with you - but cool dog!".

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@RavenCT - oh now I get you! I thought 'cool dog' was a US hipster expression! Yes! I love 'compliment the dog's idea - that's genius! "Oh dear. But anyway your dog seems nice". Sorted!

How to answer religious people's prejudiced remarks?

AnneWimsey comments on Feb 2, 2018:

Why would you treat a "religious" nasty racist any differently that an ordinary nasty racist ? Cut them off & walk away in disgust...or if you are quick on your feet, quote something from the babble, like "what you do to the least of these, you do to me" & then exit the toxic area.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

Because justifying your racism through religion is a double-whammy.

How to answer religious people's prejudiced remarks?

hankster comments on Feb 2, 2018:

tell her to be careful, they like dog.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

Apparently they don't (according to her & from my minimal observations).

How to answer religious people's prejudiced remarks?

BanjoTango comments on Feb 2, 2018:

I know how you feel. One of my relatives made the comment "all Abos are lazy", and I had to bite my typing fingers. On the face of it though, a lot of the points that lady made are factual. I have spoken to several professionals working in remote areas who confirm those points. The important ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

Like they used to say "all black people are lazy" in England 50 years ago. It's an immense culture shock being in a country (Australia) which still doesn't recognise why these things happen .

How to answer religious people's prejudiced remarks?

silvereyes comments on Feb 2, 2018:

was she talking about present day people-- or was she referring to people in historic terms? I would want to clarify that, because things have definitely changed from the old times. Is it possible you misunderstood the statement to be bigoted? I'm not saying you did misunderstand, I'm just ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

She was doing both. That's what racists do. I doubt she was referring to alcoholic aboriginals in a historic sense. I've had more than 40 years of not "misunderstanding" racist comments. My kids are dual heritage.

How to answer religious people's prejudiced remarks?

RavenCT comments on Feb 2, 2018:

"I need to tell you I utterly disagree with you - but cool dog!".

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

But it's not cool. Even for a dog.

How to answer religious people's prejudiced remarks?

BanjoTango comments on Feb 2, 2018:

I know how you feel. One of my relatives made the comment "all Abos are lazy", and I had to bite my typing fingers. On the face of it though, a lot of the points that lady made are factual. I have spoken to several professionals working in remote areas who confirm those points. The important ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

Yes, to an outsider the reasons for such behaviour are obvious. But I am astounded at how many of the invaders still believe they are not responsible for it.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

silvereyes comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Well, I remove bodily hair for hygienic reasons. Arm pit hair... hold sweat. My husband shaves his too. He recommends it to other men. We prefer this. Now legs are another story. That's more of a cultural bias.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@bmchizzle - well at least you've learnt something.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Condor5 comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Don't care so much about the "pubes", maybe not even under the arms, so much; legs? Mmmm, don't think I could go for that in a relationship, personally. Not that the prospect will even present itself again in this lifetime.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@Condor5 - yawn. Debate, yes. What did you think I was looking for - you? Bye

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

dahermit comments on Feb 1, 2018:

If you stop shaving I think you will find that there are a significant number of women who will look at you unfavorably for not doing so. Women can be worse critics of women than men. Other than that, like it or not, shaved armpits and legs are a beauty norm in our culture. If you go against that...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@dahermit - "examine your prejudices". That's the question - I'm afraid my prejudices don't allow me to converse with people who can't understand. Bye.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Babyseal comments on Feb 2, 2018:

Body hair is up to the individual. I find hairy pits quite alluring

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

Yes, but I'm interested in WHY you feel that way.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

GipsyOfNewSpain comments on Feb 2, 2018:

Is your body.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

Another in depth answer. I think this is where we part company. Bye.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

NothinnXpreVails comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Female hair is ok, but capitalists have indeed manipulated social normality. I prefer her legs to not be as hairy as mine, but smooth, silky legs are cool. A little mustache isn’t too bad, or some sideburns. I would prefer it to be soft and fine. Armpit hair is cool, but again I don’t want as ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@NothinnXpreVails some more than others.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

birdingnut comments on Feb 2, 2018:

I stopped shaving my legs, body hair etc. years ago..but it doesn't grow anyway, so it doesn't matter. Nor sure why, but could be from the hormone balancing herbs I take. I also stopped wearing make up once I wasn't going to work, and that was a relief.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

I'm interested in why, not what you do.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

silvereyes comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Well, I remove bodily hair for hygienic reasons. Arm pit hair... hold sweat. My husband shaves his too. He recommends it to other men. We prefer this. Now legs are another story. That's more of a cultural bias.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@bmchizzle -wow! Do you know what site you're on? Have you ever heard of SARCASM?

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

TommyMeador comments on Feb 1, 2018:

I like women, always have. Hairy or smooth, short or tall, skinny or fat, smart or ignorant and everything in between. Be yourself. Do as you will. I'll still love you and there ain't nothing you can do about that.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@TommyMeador - but at least you're thinking a bit about it now.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

TommyMeador comments on Feb 1, 2018:

I like women, always have. Hairy or smooth, short or tall, skinny or fat, smart or ignorant and everything in between. Be yourself. Do as you will. I'll still love you and there ain't nothing you can do about that.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@bmchizzle - I love men. Just don't waste time on the stupid ones. Bye.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Duke comments on Feb 2, 2018:

The marketing "geniuses" who came up with this idea stepped WAY over a line here. Coercing a specific segment of the general population to alter themselves on a daily basis simply to sell a product. But that's what they do best, isn't it? Making people feel inferior until they finally cave to the ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

You are a GOD! Finally someone who has read the question, thought about it, then given a reasoned reply! My appreciation is boundless. Thanks so much for your thoughts, (and for not sharing what you "like"!).

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

BookGirl comments on Feb 2, 2018:

The only place I grow hair that really bothers me is my upper lip. I can grow a moustache that rivals any teen boy a few years into puberty. Any other body hair doesn't bother me.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

It's not about"what" you do, but "why". I'm trying to get people to think.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Condor5 comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Don't care so much about the "pubes", maybe not even under the arms, so much; legs? Mmmm, don't think I could go for that in a relationship, personally. Not that the prospect will even present itself again in this lifetime.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@Condor5 - wrong on all your "points" - I'm not angry, I'm just rude, & I have little patience with people who don't consider the question before they answer.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

AdorkableMe comments on Feb 2, 2018:

Different people prefer different things. I don't equate no hair to pre-pubescent, I just view it as preference. It's their body to do with as they wish. I generally wax everything from my lashes down, but I don't feel like I have to, I just prefer it that way. I like being super soft and I have ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

But something's making you think that way.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

dahermit comments on Feb 1, 2018:

If you stop shaving I think you will find that there are a significant number of women who will look at you unfavorably for not doing so. Women can be worse critics of women than men. Other than that, like it or not, shaved armpits and legs are a beauty norm in our culture. If you go against that...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@dahermit - maybe stop the observing & start participating. And don't give me those victim statements - I'm sure you have something valuable to offer, as we all do.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Pooska comments on Feb 1, 2018:

I think everyone should shave everything all the time but that's just me. I've had longer body hair and it drives me crazy! Nothing to do with adds or magazines i just find it itchy and lotion feels so much better after you shave :)

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

Missed the point of the question.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

TommyMeador comments on Feb 1, 2018:

I like women, always have. Hairy or smooth, short or tall, skinny or fat, smart or ignorant and everything in between. Be yourself. Do as you will. I'll still love you and there ain't nothing you can do about that.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

Totally missed the point of this post. It ain't always about you.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Condor5 comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Don't care so much about the "pubes", maybe not even under the arms, so much; legs? Mmmm, don't think I could go for that in a relationship, personally. Not that the prospect will even present itself again in this lifetime.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@Condor5 - "we were just following orders, like everyone else". Jeebus.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

NothinnXpreVails comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Female hair is ok, but capitalists have indeed manipulated social normality. I prefer her legs to not be as hairy as mine, but smooth, silky legs are cool. A little mustache isn’t too bad, or some sideburns. I would prefer it to be soft and fine. Armpit hair is cool, but again I don’t want as ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@NothinnXpreVails - no, you should have tried to explain why you feel that way. That's what I'm after.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

LeighShelton comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Sod that the hairs were not glued on and all humans have the same amount of hair as a chimp just in different thicknesses. it's just personal choice. I dislike woman without pubes. why do they think it's dirty yet grow loads out of there head? I don't like the little girl look down below or the ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

This question is not about what you like.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Atheistman comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Yeah it's so unfair why don't you have to shave your face everyday? You do realize men have to shave every single day and have way more body hair than women in general. They actually put a blonde woman in the advertisement saying "I want to see your face"

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@Atheistman - there you go then. Middle Eastern culture scores again!

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Woodron comments on Feb 2, 2018:

Fist off, I've been with women that are completely shaved, not a pube in site, I've also been with women that don't shave at all, I don't care for either myself, I prefer groomed to hairless/unshaved, personally I groom

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

I Don't Care What You Like! Why do most of the men on here think I'm asking for they're personal preferences! Read the question - it's not always all about you!

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

ShellyBean comments on Feb 2, 2018:

I wax my facial hair. I shave my legs. I use that very cream. It makes me feel clean and confident. It has very little to do with pleasing men. I have found that men do not mind body hair as much as one might think, if they care for the rest of you first.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

And I'm interested in WHY it makes you feel "clean & confident" - were you dirty with low self esteem before you shaved?

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Rugglesby comments on Feb 2, 2018:

Have a friend who has alopecia she has no hair at all, no eyebrows nothing. I think many women would be happy to have it neck down, their partners might agree too.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

But not me.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

AzVixen52 comments on Feb 2, 2018:

I LOVED that you used the phrase "prepubescent girl", because I say that when asked why I don't/wouldn't shave my pubic area. Oh, I keep things under control, but I REFUSE to go the Brazilian route. I think we are meant to have hair; men too (although I don't like facial hair on men, which is my ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

Evolution or god must have made a lot of mistakes if we're not supposed to have body hair...

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Alynscott comments on Feb 1, 2018:

I dont mind shaved or natural women

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

Missed the point of this post entirely. Yawn

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Atheistman comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Yeah it's so unfair why don't you have to shave your face everyday? You do realize men have to shave every single day and have way more body hair than women in general. They actually put a blonde woman in the advertisement saying "I want to see your face"

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

That's the whole point. You don't have to shave your face every day. I'm really sorry that you live in a society that thinks facial hair is "unprofessional". Here in England, every hipster has a beard & it's considered sexy. And I like the fact that young British men are reclaiming the beard - from many religiots.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Atheistman comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Yeah it's so unfair why don't you have to shave your face everyday? You do realize men have to shave every single day and have way more body hair than women in general. They actually put a blonde woman in the advertisement saying "I want to see your face"

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 2, 2018:

@mordant - well said.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

JohnnyThorazine comments on Feb 1, 2018:

A majority of my friends shave, male or female, and it has little to do with 'prepubescent' but hair just get's in the way. In fact, when I was training ju jitsu, shaving was almost required to a point. There are definitely gender biases...things we associate with masculinity and femininity, but it ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

Many cultures require hair removal. I'm just trying to examine why.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

dahermit comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Women, at some point or other in your life you are in competition with other women for men...do you really want to give the advantage for attracting some perceived "dream boat" to a woman who does shave her legs and armpits? Of course not...that is why you go through a troublesome beauty routine. ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

Yikes! We live in different worlds! "In competition with other women for men"? Thats disgusting how little you know about women. Men need women. But you just stay in your Male Superiority Fantasy World if it makes you happy.

Ladies, are we immodest because we're not covered up?

chicagojcb comments on Feb 1, 2018:

I don't give a shit who labels me what anymore. It's their problem.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

Of course. I'm just concerned about political correctness making me wear "modest" clothing.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

BobMcDowell comments on Feb 1, 2018:

When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won’t be the victim of needless suffering.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

@evidentialist - well thanks. I can run pretty fast though. Im in Australia at the moment & stumbled across a young lady arguing against body hair removal. There's not much else going on here!

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

splittingzero comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Oh, man! Am I going down this road again? You can't have it both ways! My opinion is that you can do anything with your body you want including outrageous tattoos and body piercings, I assume you use it express yourself, to hang a sign that identifies you with like minded people. And I think you...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

Wow! Glad you explained how not to attract blokes like you. I feel blessed.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

kiramea comments on Feb 1, 2018:

After having two partners get arrested for child crimes (ex husband for sexual assault on a minor and an ex boyfriend for child porn) who demanded it, I refuse to shave my pubic hair. Other than that, if I'm dating I'm shaved (my preference). If I'm not dating I see no reason to go through the ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

I'm sorry you had those experiences..

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

NothinnXpreVails comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Female hair is ok, but capitalists have indeed manipulated social normality. I prefer her legs to not be as hairy as mine, but smooth, silky legs are cool. A little mustache isn’t too bad, or some sideburns. I would prefer it to be soft and fine. Armpit hair is cool, but again I don’t want as ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

Oh jeebus! I'm interested in where our prejudices originate - not your personal preferences! YUCK!

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Condor5 comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Don't care so much about the "pubes", maybe not even under the arms, so much; legs? Mmmm, don't think I could go for that in a relationship, personally. Not that the prospect will even present itself again in this lifetime.

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

Jeebus! I'm interested in the origin of our prejudices - not your personal preferences! YUCK!

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Irishking1993 comments on Feb 1, 2018:

Maybe, just maybe, women like to shave. Some don't but most do. Also, Im sure alot of people didnt do alot of things before something was invented. Look I idc about pubes but I personally don't like a women that has arm, face,leg or armpit hair. Just like most girls don't like super hairy guys. Its ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

Unprofessional? Only in your little world. Most countries see it as a sign of "masculinity" (but that's another topic)

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

dahermit comments on Feb 1, 2018:

If you stop shaving I think you will find that there are a significant number of women who will look at you unfavorably for not doing so. Women can be worse critics of women than men. Other than that, like it or not, shaved armpits and legs are a beauty norm in our culture. If you go against that...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

Oh jeebus! Groan & double groan! You've not only missed the point of this discussion, but are perpetuating prejudices who haven't even examined!

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

richiegtt comments on Feb 1, 2018:

I do not particularly care for hairless pubes ,but I definitely would not be attracted to a woman with MORE hair on her legs than me.Some men have hair fettishes ,so in this case hairy is not scary

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

I'm not interested in personal preferences - just trying to examine where they originate.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

buck1977 comments on Feb 1, 2018:

It doesn't bother me if you don't ever wanna have sex with a man again...live it up sasquatch

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

Where on earth did that come from? What a total idiot! Because obviously everyone's dying to have sex with you! BLOCKED.

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

stinkeye_a comments on Feb 1, 2018:

I'm battling this too. I stopped shaving pits years ago, if anything only trim, and I don't worry about it. I love not getting painful ingrown hairs anymore. I used to trim pubes religiously, but I've slacked off on that. Pubes gross me out. Sorry not sorry. That area is closed to visitors...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

I've heard Julia Roberts got Seth threats for the same reason. I mean REALLY?

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

Davesnothere comments on Feb 1, 2018:

I have an aquaintence in Nor Cal, an old Hippie woman activist. When we first met I sat talking with her for over an hour about previous activist functions she and I had been to, when several young girls all surrounded her, and cautiously began to talk with her. I was puzzled, I pay little ...

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

Bravo

Female body hair. Have you examined your prejudices?

harmsie comments on Feb 1, 2018:

........what about women who preffer men to be shaven? How is it inequality maam? What if it ckmes down to personal preference in people?

GoldenDoll replies on Feb 1, 2018:

And I'm trying to examine our prejudices & where they originate - not personal preferences.