Love is blind, they say; sex is impervious to reason and…
““Love is blind, they say; sex is impervious to reason and mocks the power of all philosophers. But, in fact, a man’s sexual choice is the result and the sum of his fundamental convictions. Tell me what a man finds sexually attractive and I will tell you his entire philosophy on life. Show me the woman he sleeps with and I will tell you his valuation of himself. No matter what corruption he’s taught about the virtue of selflessness, sex is the most profoundly selfish of all acts, an act which he cannot perform for any motive but his own enjoyment–just try to think of performing it in a spirit of selfless charity!–an act which is not possible in self-abasement, only in self-exaltation, only in confidence of being desired and being worthy of desire.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Sexual preferences reveal deep personal values and self‑esteem.
In simple terms: Sex shows one's core beliefs.
Key Takeaway
Observe choices to understand philosophy.
Themes
sex
values
self‑esteem
Mood
provocative
introspective
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- dating
- self‑reflection
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
human behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What does your attraction say about your life view?
- Can love be selfless?
A Different Perspective
Sex is not always purely selfish; cultural factors influence.