Maybe you've not heard the term, it's typically an English and Australian slang word and is not generally used in every country, so let me clarify its meaning.
The dictionary meaning of the term wanker is: 'someone who masturbates'.
The word has derogatory meanings also and is used to indicate someone is a jerk, idiot, fool, dolt and so on. Let me show you in a sentence:
"Hey, you're a fucken wanker."
It can also be used in different ways as aa comment like:
"Don't be a fucken wank stain."
It's a multi-purpose word and a very common one for those in the UK and Australia and some other places...but in its purest form it means, one who masturbates, which means it pertains to pretty much everyone who ever lived. Yeah you too...Come on, you know it does.
You may ask yourself if I've gone fucken bonkers more bonkers than usual for talking about this on a post but there's a point to it...I hope there'll be a point.
For my #weekend-engagement topics this weekend I added a topic that opens the opportunity to talk about masturbation. I made the topic for a few reasons: To create an opportunity for people to show personality, get creative with post-content, tackle a subject often kept private, to bring humour, their opinions and a little reality to the Hive blockchain. In truth, I try to angle all my topics at those things because I think the blockchain needs more of it; personality and reality.
You can see the topics post here if you're interested.
It's been interesting to see some of the comments I've received about the topic.
Mostly people stated that no one will answer that topic however several people already have (I've rewarded them with solid voting because they showed courage and personality) and some responded favourably hoping to see some interesting posts based on the topics. One comment spoke of 'dick pics' which struck me as odd considering masturbation isn't something that is unique only to the male population. It's interesting to see people's reaction to a very human thing that most human beings have engaged in at some point...if they're honest about it.
Thinking on the topic and how people have responded led me to think about society in general.
Some have responded in such a prudish way and yet society is awash with pornography, images and videos of people masturbating, fucking, licking ass, sucking things and putting things into places where those things would normally not go...you know what I mean right? Yes you do, don't deny it. You know you know.
So why does a writing topic about something most people do or have done elicit such opinions in a world filled with pornography? I have no clue.
These days one doesn't have to try too hard to find pornography as there's an endless supply and it's mostly free. Anyone can make it too, just get a smart phone and an internet connection and it's dick and pussy, dildos and vibrators everywhere! It's very weird to me that a person would want to do so of course, but money is a powerful motivator and some are inclined to be exhibitionists I guess - A perfect match for some.
Anyway, I said there'd be a point and I'm not sure if I've delivered on that. This is just me thinking out loud I suppose as I'm a little mind-blown that some have approached one of the topics this week in such a prudish way and as if the topic is taboo or something, especially so since all those things above are things those people have probably been involved with in some way either actively or as an observer on a website.
What's really cool is that some have risen to the challenge of my topic and created some really great posts around it and the subject of madturbation and it's great to see how each have approached it.
Any thoughts? Feel free to comment below if you want to, or maybe take on the topic (follow the link above to learn the rules of entry first) if you are so inclined.
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As soon as I read the dictionary meaning of the word, I laughed and thought, OH ! that makes us ALL wankers then doesn't it ??! 🤣
Of course, I don't see myself as prudish and it is pretty much a universal happening, but I suppose it is not usually seen as "lady-like" for a women to speak of it publicly. In more private relationships, it's no-holds-barred in whatever 2 people decide is good for both of them though.
Wanker is not an American word, but of course I have heard of it many times through the years and I pictured when someone said something like "Don't be a wanker" or if they call someone else a wanker it was the same as calling them a Dick or a Prick.... which I think would mean the same thing here pretty much. Just because I don't normally say that out loud on the street around here, doesn't mean I don't get what it means persay.
You know you were just trying to be a trouble maker.... like aways 😄
Now, can you have someone fix the favorites button??? It's broken again.
Yep, it's used here and there and the way you described it's use, *dick head, prick etc. is how it's generally used so you're all good there. Use it with abandon. Lol.
The topic was tongue-in-cheek sort of but I like to throw in topics like that for those brave enough to take up the challenge and I often reward them more highly out of respect for the effort they make, as I have done in this case.
The favourites list, dang thing is kaput again, I don't know why. It doesn't seem all that hard to get it up and running but I guess something happens in the background when new versions come out. It's bloody stupid and makes Peakd look second rate.
Me giggling at the photo chosen to be used with this post after reading it. Well played sir! 😂
WOW! Its a @pixelhuntersam! Hehe.
No it's not! It's ghost that occasionally glides through to read now and then 😜
Spooky! 😱
Why thank you, I was hoping someone would see it as intended.
Did you do the cover image specifically for this post or did the cover image just happen to fit the topic? XP
Some people genuinely haven't looked at porn even if they know it's out there. And some people look at porn for the weirdest reasons (like one time I heard/read/got told that porn was a pretty good resource for artists because it's one of the few times you'll see people in full motion with no clothes on which then makes muscle movement study a hell of a lot easier, and they were right, but at the time I didn't have the ability to just focus on studying something in particular if I found the overall thing boring and I found it boring).
And now I'm veering off on a historical perspective wondering if sex became a taboo topic for so many because in the early days maybe it was a way to try to mitigate stds before there was reliable technology to do that.
and I'm too lazy to do that research but actually lazy unlike the conversation I had with youngest last night where he was telling me that because whale penises are so freaking huge and they like to poke them out of the water on occasion for reasons?! that anyone on the water unfamiliar with whales or whale anatomy could easily mistake it as a giant kraken tentacle and I was like "I am not looking that up" and his immediate response to me staring at him when I said that was "I CAN EXPLAIN. IT WAS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY."
Big ass whale boners huh? Well, I guess mistaking one for a Kraken brings new meaning to the words, "release the kraken!"
The photo was one I took for another shoot but I remembered it and thought it might go well with this post, seemingly I was right as it's sort of suggestive of...well, you know.
I think the whole subject of the taboo nature of talk about sex, pornography and nudity is quite interesting, how people relate or respond to it, and is one that's probably been talked about for thousands of years. Back in the day showing some ankle was considered quite risqué...these days it's dick and vag and ass and seemingly anything goes...how times change.
I never thought of that til you said it and now I will never be able to unthink it XD
Lol.
Sometimes I wonder whether arguing on the internet is just mental masturbation. It rarely accomplishes anything productive, but sometimes feels good anyway.
Internet arguing is just mental I'd say; no shortage of those doing it though and across all demographics also.
I guess in a way, it is still considered taboo. If it isn't, then we will have couples having sex wherever they want, or a guy will just whip out his schlong and fap when he sees a sexy lady. The laws against indecent exposure and related to it, also support the idea. It seems anything related to the reproductive organs are still a little taboo. Apart from sex or masturbation, people will be uncomfortable talking about the size of their package or boobs. They don't usually share if they're shaved or trimmed or bushy down there. Even just getting an obvious hard on outside elicits different reactions from people.
You mean this doesn't happen in your location already? Lol
It's an interesting topic I guess and depending where in the world it's discussed those discussions will take into account the cultural situation.
People are brought up in conservative mindsets as a society of everyone looking at everyone else and nobody wanting to be "odd" or made fun of... yet... everyone does it... and those that do not are probably quite odd. !LOL
Oh yeah, it's the don't do'ers that are the odd ones in those cases.
Also, the South African accent saying wanker always sounds good. Like, "don't be a wanker bru." ✅
🤣🤣🤣 I get to hear that once in a while... but in Cape Town you hear something ELSE often.
"Don't be a poes!"
Lol...one wouldn't want to be a cunt huh? Plenty of them around the place though.
Oh there are always cunts... man, I deal with them every day... meh...
So many.
So there is a topic of conversation/post prompt: What occupation generally do you find the most cunts working at and why? Lol
Government? Traffic officers?
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Lol, the post and the responses brought a big smile. Needed that.
Thank you.
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Excellent. Mission accomplished.
I hope you're well mate. (You know?)
Doing better for sure. We had a bit of a rough bout for the last several months. Not something I care to air for all. I will ping you offline on discord though. I could use a safe vent now that things better if you're up to it.
I'm out currently but feel free to have a vent on discord, always happy to listen and assist as needed.
wanking is good for the soul!
sometimes porn is not required, I still have images stored in my in built wank bank from decades ago ( jo guest in particular!!)
Got to blame the god squad for frowning on self pleasure, tbh I am glad I am hellbound, it will just be full of
A BUNCH OF FUCKING WANKERS!
A very valuable bank to maintain, there is no doubt.
Hell hey? Well, I'm going there too so I'll see you there with all the other wankers. 😋
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Well, there are people who masturbate in public places, in a harassing way. I haven't seen women doing this. It's usually done by men. Sick people. I see more of this word ‘wanker’ related to that group.
It's a pity that people are so prudish about masturbation, it's something necessary to get to know each other, especially women. Many of them, because they don't know themselves at all, have horrible experiences with their partners afterwards. And they don't know how to get pleasure.
In public places? I wonder if that's unique to your area or it's widespread? It's not something that happens here, certainly not that I'm aware of anyway. I think there's public indecency laws against that sort of behaviour.
As for the rest, yep I agree.
Oh yes, it has happened to me while walking in my neighbourhood. It's really scary. Law? Yes, I suppose there are, but imagine it's unknown men lurking around, waiting for a woman to walk by and touch themselves and show... you know. It's really scary if you're alone. I've decided to avoid those places where they hang out and I don't walk there. And I don't walk there alone.
Wanker is a great word. It received a lot of wordplay back in high school, definitely.
I think I need to go check your post.
One must use such legit words in the right moment, I feel confident you'll do so. 😁
That is pretty impressive that you have so many responses. I was busy with softball most the day today so I haven't had a chance to check them out yet.
Yeah, I didn't expect any to be honest but I guess there's a few out there who are willing to accept a challenge and to show some personality.
You're funny.
That image you used for this post reminded me of...
Becca 🌷
Thank you, I have been told this before. I'm ok with it.
Also...remind you of...? 😉
It never ceased to amaze me how do many can be so prudish. I'm this day and age too! Will done to the wankers who took part!
Oh yeah man, those wankers deserve an applause! 🤣
Seriously though, it was good to see a few get involved with the topic and I've rewarded them for it.
There are some things that will always get a decent vote, regardless of the subject matter and it is good.
Like this comment of yours. 🤔
Ha, indeed. That's what the spammers and scammers will never get
Aye, 'tis true.
So far I never paid for porn/sex. Perhaps because I am not rich. But if I would start paying for that I would likely be poorer than I am now. So I guess that is the positive- I am richer than I could be. On the site where I watch cam girls I see some people paying them thousands of tokens every day...
What I find a bit funny is that I think that I put more effort( but maybe less personality. I am not sure about that.) in at least one of the three post you considered low effort than in that masturbation post- during that background took me probably a few hours. I guess not only beauty is in the eye of beholder.
What I find interesting is how you come up with those topics and they turn out interesting. I would have never thought to write about masturbation because like you said- everyone does it/ has done it.
I try to make up topics that challenge people, get them thinking differently to how they may normally think, sharing personal thoughts and experiences, bring the opportunity for humour, or to address issues that are important to them...it's all designed to get people posting and maybe interacting more with each other which starts relationships off. I don't know how people will respond or react to the topics, my job is to present them, it's up to whomever wants to get involved to respond as they see fit.
As for your low effort posts, I don't think there's a total of five minutes effort in all of these combined. It certainly doesn't make me want to vote any of them and it says a lot about how you present yourself to others.
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Fair enough.
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A very illustrative image of the subject!
How times have changed about what was considered taboo and now is no longer so, although many people are still reluctant to talk about certain topics such as sex and all that can derive from it.
I think that self-exploration and self-pleasure is very important to know oneself better, to know what you want as one finds more pleasure and if necessary communicate it to the person with whom one enjoys.
I think everyone does it whether they admit it or not, to a greater or lesser extent but it is something natural and I even think it should be done because that way we know ourselves better, whether we are in a couple or not and it's great!
Yeah, I thought the image would say more than words might.
Yes it has!
Hug!
All these people will be aware of what you said but will never participate in the discussion on this topic. Everyone came, including me. How do you discover something new every time? @galenkp
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It's amazing that this topic has garnered so much interest! Haha. I guess there's still some "taboo" attached.
Seems people like wanking.
LOL!
I am gonna have to plead the 5th on this one... 😳
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