RobertLumley comments on Useful maxims - Less Wrong

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Comment author: Luke_A_Somers 11 July 2012 02:45:21PM 4 points [-]

This works for romance/sex, too. Have a hard wall on how far you'll go, and only move it when you're alone and calm. When you're in the heat of the moment, keep in mind that you can move it when you're alone and calm. You can even intend to do so -- and if when the time comes, you still think so, there you go.

Having that pressure release helps actually stay within the bounds you set. Otherwise it requires a great dal more patience.

Comment author: ciphergoth 11 July 2012 07:59:37PM 7 points [-]

I have to say, I'm not sure I know why you would want to set strong bounds here, particularly when it comes to sex. I have never had occasion to think "I wish I hadn't done that sexual thing that seemed like a good idea in the heat of the moment".

Comment author: RobertLumley 11 July 2012 08:07:23PM 4 points [-]

I have never had occasion to think "I wish I hadn't done that sexual thing that seemed like a good idea in the heat of the moment".

This is much more commonly true for men than women.