Bias Quote by Susie Bright
“"Natural" is a very dangerous word to use about sexuality ... Our society's notions of normality are completely fake and meta-trendy, since they rely on the changing standards of superstition, religion, Christianity and gender bias to define themselves. Americans, in particular, exhibit very childish reactions to sexual practices that are new to them, much like little kids who are offered a vegetable they haven't seen before: "That's disgusting!" "But darling, you haven't even tried it!" "I don't care, I hate it, I hate it!”
About This Quote
The quote argues that labeling sexual behaviors as "natural" is misleading because societal standards of normality are constructed, shifting, and influenced by cultural forces like religion and gender bias.
In simple terms: Normality in sexuality is socially constructed.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions about what is "natural" in sexual norms.
Themes
Social construction
Sexuality
Cultural bias
Normativity
Moral relativism
Mood
Provocative
Reflective
Critical
Type
Opinion
Social critique
Cultural commentary
When to use this quote
- Encountering unfamiliar sexual practices
- Discussing sexual ethics
- Teaching sex education
- Navigating cultural taboos
Key Concepts
Sexual norms
Cultural influence
Religion
Gender bias
Practical Applications
- Critical analysis of sexual norms
- Developing inclusive sexual health curricula
Questions to Reflect On
- How do cultural narratives shape our perception of sexual normality?
- What would happen if we abandoned the "natural" label in sexual discourse?
