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Casual Quote by William H. Macy

“We thought sex was free. Sex is not free. There's a price to be paid emotionally, physically, even legally. Sex isn't a casual thing. It's a huge thing.” quote by William H. Macy
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“We thought sex was free. Sex is not free. There's a price to be paid emotionally, physically, even legally. Sex isn't a casual thing. It's a huge thing.”

William H. Macy

About This Quote

Source Interview: William H. Macy on relationships, 2018

He emphasizes that sex carries emotional, physical, and legal costs, rejecting the notion that it is casual and underscoring its seriousness.

In simple terms: Sex has emotional, physical, and legal costs; it’s not casual.

Key Takeaway

Approach sex with responsibility and awareness.

Themes

relationships responsibility sexual ethics emotional health legal considerations

Mood

serious thoughtful

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • marriage
  • sexual education
  • healthcare
  • legal counseling

Key Concepts

consent consequences intimacy social norms

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibilities accompany sexual intimacy?
  • How do societal views affect sexual behavior?
A Different Perspective

People may view sex differently across cultures.

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