--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: A philosophical discussion ensued about…" description: "\"“A philosophical discussion ensued about right and wrong, and good and bad. Also about things to be ashamed of and things to be feel guilty about. Coul..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/46e/nikki-sex-14198_bdsm_a-philosophical-discussion-ensued-about_1892836.jpg" --- # A philosophical discussion ensued about right and wrong… ![“A philosophical discussion ensued about right and wrong, and good and bad. Also about things to be ashamed of and things to be feel guilty about. Could anything carried out between two consensual adults be wrong? And why should they be embarrassed by something a loving partner wanted to try? Right…” quote by Nikki Sex](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/46e/nikki-sex-14198_bdsm_a-philosophical-discussion-ensued-about_1892836.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/46e/nikki-sex-14198_bdsm_a-philosophical-discussion-ensued-about_1892836.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/46e/nikki-sex-14198_bdsm_a-philosophical-discussion-ensued-about_1892836.jpg) > ““A philosophical discussion ensued about right and wrong, and good and bad. Also about things to be ashamed of and things to be feel guilty about. Could anything carried out between two consensual adults be wrong? And why should they be embarrassed by something a loving partner wanted to try? Right then they made a pact to never lie to each other, and to live out their sexual fantasies together. If two intelligent, loving and happily married people couldn't be honest with each other about their most hidden sexual desires, then who could?”” [Nikki Sex](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/nikki-sex/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A dialogue explores moral judgments on consensual adult sexuality, emphasizing honesty and shared fantasies as essential for intimacy. **In simple terms:** Consensual adult sexual fantasies are not wrong; honesty is key. Key Takeaway Prioritize truthful communication about desires. Themes honesty sexuality relationships morality Mood reflective introspective Type philosophical relationship When to use this quote - married couples - therapy sessions - relationship counseling - personal reflection Key Concepts ethical relativism intimacy trust Questions to Reflect On - How does honesty affect sexual intimacy? - What societal norms influence perception of consensual fantasies? 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