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What does it mean?
Sexual nature is a paradoxical part of human existence.
In plain terms
Sex is a funny part of being human.
What can you take from it?
Sex is a complex human trait.

Where it applies

  • personal relationships
  • cultural discussions
  • psychology classes

Putting it to work

  • discuss sex openly
  • respect boundaries
  • study human behavior

Questions to consider

  • How do you view sexuality?
  • What puzzles you about being human?

Another view

Many view sex as serious rather than a joke.

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