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> "to me, sexuality is a big part of life and part of what makes it worth living." Me too. But I would prefer if people did not make my sexuality, or the sexu
by lotharbot 16y ago
> "to me, sexuality is a big part of life and part of what makes it worth living."
Me too.
But I would prefer if people did not make my sexuality, or the sexuality of those around me, into an issue when it shouldn't be. This isn't a matter of jealousy, "not getting any", political correctness, or being uncomfortable discussing sex; it's a matter of being uncomfortable with sexuality being brought to the forefront and kept there when I'm trying to talk databases or do other professional work. At best, it's a distraction, but as raganwald said, it can create a poisoned work environment, especially if it's part of an ongoing pattern. You describe it as a "minor impediment" elsewhere; note that it can become a major impediment either due to increased severity or increased frequency.
- aneth 16y agoI don't disagree with this. However I also think being overly sensitive, and taking yourself too seriously, is poisonous. Like bringing up politics or religion, there is a gray area. Nobody wants to hear a talk about ruby laden with penis jokes (actually I'm not so sure about that,) however a few jokes or sexual references can lighten things up and "keep it real." I'd put jokes and sexual references in similar categories - distracting, but also helpful.