You have no sex life whatsoever. Don't you realize how dangerous that is? You don't even masturbate. The tension and hostility inside you must be tremendous.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Linking lack of physical intimacy to internal tension and hostility.
- In plain terms
- Not having sex makes you angry and tense.
- What can you take from it?
- Physical needs affect mental health.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is tension affecting you?
- Do you neglect yourself?
Another view
Celibacy does not always cause hostility.
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