Being curious about the world isn’t a sin. In fact, it’s a great thing if you’ve got a growth-oriented mindset and constantly push the boundaries of your knowledge about science, psychology, history, etc. That being said, certain topics are a bit more sensitive than others.
Not everyone, no matter who they are, can find the courage to ask the questions they really want to get to the bottom of. However, anonymity can protect you from a lot of that embarrassment. The women of the internet took to two discussions on AskReddit to finally ask men the delicate questions they’ve always wanted to hear the answers to. Scroll down for a whole bunch of honesty and—hopefully—to learn something new.
Bored Panda reached out to u/Emil_Jorgensen05, who sparked one of these interesting discussions for their thoughts on curiosity, anonymity, and learning. You'll find our interview with them below.
#41
What would you do if a girl you barely knew came up to you and asked you on a date? (the girl being 7/10).
BGZ314:
I'd say sure! Confidence is a big turn on.
BGZ314:
I'd say sure! Confidence is a big turn on.
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21points
#42
Are STDS a complete deal breaker?
rippleman:
They're certainly going to be if you lie about it. Depending upon what it is, even some incurable STDs can be made essentially moot with modern medicine.
rippleman:
They're certainly going to be if you lie about it. Depending upon what it is, even some incurable STDs can be made essentially moot with modern medicine.
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20points
#43
Are you able to find a bald woman attractive?
Aspiring-Maniac:
I'd say it suits a relatively smaller percentage of women, but then again, it might be that I'm just a guy who likes hair. If facing alopecia, it actually works to your advantage a bit because a smooth head is preferable to slight stubble on top.
Aspiring-Maniac:
I'd say it suits a relatively smaller percentage of women, but then again, it might be that I'm just a guy who likes hair. If facing alopecia, it actually works to your advantage a bit because a smooth head is preferable to slight stubble on top.
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20points
#44
How long does it take you guys to figure out if a woman is shallow and self-absorbed? And… because most shallow and self-absorbed women will try to hide it, at least at first…What are some of the major signs?
gfxprotege:
look at her Instagram page. if its just a grid of selfies, move along.
someone who is shallow and self-absorbed is difficult to have a real conversation with. a conversation isn't just an exchange of monologues. if someone cares about what you have to say, they won't reply with "here's my story. its like yours, but better. because I'm in it"
gfxprotege:
look at her Instagram page. if its just a grid of selfies, move along.
someone who is shallow and self-absorbed is difficult to have a real conversation with. a conversation isn't just an exchange of monologues. if someone cares about what you have to say, they won't reply with "here's my story. its like yours, but better. because I'm in it"
20points
#45
Do you guys get aroused when seeing a hot stranger? or is this like a myth
DubbelDragon:
No erection, at least not me, but mentally aroused, sure. Like I might imagine what it might feel like to embrace her or wonder what she might look like naked.
DubbelDragon:
No erection, at least not me, but mentally aroused, sure. Like I might imagine what it might feel like to embrace her or wonder what she might look like naked.
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19points
#46
If I know something is bothering you and you don't want to tell me what it is. Because you where raised as a tuff guy that doesn't talk about s**t.
(Being bullied at work?, Afraid of a lump in your ballsack?, Being depressed or having anxiety?,) How the f**k do I get you to open up to me? When Just asking: "whats wrong?" Doesn't do it?
pm_me_godlike_booty:
Be there but don't press for details. We slowly open up on our own if we feel like we need to and that it's safe to do so, but as men we're pre-conditioned to internalize everything and the experiences that shape our adult lives make it very difficult to open up often times.
(Being bullied at work?, Afraid of a lump in your ballsack?, Being depressed or having anxiety?,) How the f**k do I get you to open up to me? When Just asking: "whats wrong?" Doesn't do it?
pm_me_godlike_booty:
Be there but don't press for details. We slowly open up on our own if we feel like we need to and that it's safe to do so, but as men we're pre-conditioned to internalize everything and the experiences that shape our adult lives make it very difficult to open up often times.
19points
#47
Do guys ever get surprise poop when they're standing up peeing?
zebrake2010:
It's possible, but really unusual. The pressure is completely different.
zebrake2010:
It's possible, but really unusual. The pressure is completely different.
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19points
#48
When a woman compliments you or makes you feel good about yourself, does that make the woman any more or less attractive to you ?
anon:
It is very flattering, and definitely doesn't hurt the cause.
anon:
It is very flattering, and definitely doesn't hurt the cause.
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19points
#49
Do you always pee standing up? Seems hard to control.
feelingwheezy:
Yes I’ve always done it. It’s literally like a body movement. I don’t think of aiming or anything. It just happens and it works every time
feelingwheezy:
Yes I’ve always done it. It’s literally like a body movement. I don’t think of aiming or anything. It just happens and it works every time
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18points
#50
When you fall in love- are you quick to tell your partner or friends?
LightStarVII:
No. I've always been very cautious about this. Always had a lack of respect for people who had a different partner every few months. I want to know that what Im feeling is not a fleeting of feelings or a trick of lust. I have good friends, but many of them don't know my relationship ins and outs, good or the bad because I believe it betrays my partner or ex partners. I don't even speak Ill of my exes..
LightStarVII:
No. I've always been very cautious about this. Always had a lack of respect for people who had a different partner every few months. I want to know that what Im feeling is not a fleeting of feelings or a trick of lust. I have good friends, but many of them don't know my relationship ins and outs, good or the bad because I believe it betrays my partner or ex partners. I don't even speak Ill of my exes..
18points
Exploring sensitive topics can sometimes elicit feelings of embarrassment or discomfort. This is reminiscent of those working behind the scenes in film and TV, where the glamorous facade often hides challenging working conditions.
Understanding both domains enables us to empathize with the struggles and questions that individuals face, whether in academia or the film industry.