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“(...) psychologist Wilhelm Reich theorized that the suppression of sexuality was essential to an authoritarian government. Without the imposition of antisexual morality, he believed, people would be free from shame and would trust their own sense of right and wrong. They would be unlikely to march to war against their wishes, or to operate death camps. Perhaps if we were raised without shame and guilt about our desires, we might be freer people in more ways than simply the sexual.”

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The ethical slut: a guide to infinite sexual possibilities

This book serves as a comprehensive guide for individuals interested in exploring open relationships and polyamory, emphasizing the importance of ethical practices and communication in such arrangements. more

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Dossie Easton
Dossie Easton

Dossie Easton is a British author born on February 26, 1944. Her works span a variety of genres, including novels, poetry, and drama. more

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