Why PSC is better than CP

[Katou]

When they find a space to talk about being MAP or talk about different things without being judged, without being afraid that the connection will end if they are discovered, then in some cases the CP will decrease.

Also, listening to your pervs is plenty hot itself

Have you ever met those people we meet who are shocked when they realize they are somewhere with sexual acceptance, who say they are not interested but are always curious about the details? lol

[Rivers]

Have you ever met those people we meet who are shocked when they realize they are somewhere with sexual acceptance, who say they are not interested but are always curious about the details? lol

Oh yeah, the "I'm not a pedophile, BUT..." type

[Dnalrig]

I've only been here for a week or less, so too soon to judge, but I too have noticed that the 'need' for cp seems to have dwindled.
But I do love Gvenet, though (and I do feel sorry for her).

[Red Locust]

I'll say that I have read through many topics and have done a deep evaluation of my own thoughts and beliefs, it is a breath of fresh air to see people who view child love as a loving act and not filthy, degrading, or abusive (at least in ideal circumstances). I would even go as far as to say that putting one's pleasure before any consideration for the health, well-being, and yes, pleasure of the child would be abuse. I do not have children yet but I have started to lay down ground rules for myself so I can ensure that I never betray the trust of my children, and to ensure that I will have a healthy relationship with them as they grow up and want to move on to have their own families.

[Shady]

Honestly, I'm not attracted to most online CP. The same thing can be said about regular porn, as my favorite is very selective. Unless it does not give exclusivity (I was searching for the opposite of generic but I forgot the word), I won't bite it. I prefer more the memories of direct interaction I had as a kid. As I grew older and become more introvert, I am now less likely to want to interact with someone at all, so I'm glad I have memories of my younger, more outgoing self doing diabolical molestation.

Wait, why am I in the no-contact corner?

(merged double post)

[OneLove]

I guess, to keep this thread alive, I'll add my own two cents. Most of us here are reasonable in our approach to child love, or at least to the philosophy of doing no harm. But once in a while someone pops up with heinous deeds and ideas. I like to think we're here to help those people change their behavior toward something more positive.

The hysteria toward us has some traction in fact. It's not always about Little Susie grinding and bouncing up and down on Uncle Joe's lap, or Johnny the high school student having an affair with Miss Jones the English teacher. Too often, people get totally out of control and rape unwilling children or use the internet to bait children into acts they're unwilling to do. I like to think that we can be a force of positive change in these people.

A lot of people here have admitted to grooming their children, but at some point if the kid says stop, they stop. Forcing your kid to continue is very wrong. Maybe grooming is also wrong, if only for the social repercussions. But our general philosophy here is to do no harm.

This is the only place I know of where we can have open, honest discussions on the subject of child attraction and love without being judged or using victim/offender terminology. I think the ultimate goal (fantasy?) is to strive toward a place where minors are given rights and choices regarding sexuality in a socially acceptable environment.

[Lillab]

I think my initial obsession with PSC is finally fading just a little bit. But definitely, I get more out of PSC than CP. CP does have some benefits that you can't get from PSC, but all too often people will use CP to cope with emotional issues that are so much better resolved at PSC. PSC is a source of fellowship and support. It is a place to rationally explore the issues and our needs, rather than the indulgent approach of CP. PSC promotes a healthy balance in life, whereas CP, particularly depending on the individual, threatens an unhealthy imbalance. There is a lot of overlap between the two, and depending on why you seek out CP, PSC can help take those urges away.

I also agree with OneLove in that it is particularly fulfilling to be a part of something that helps make the world a better place. It really is nice to believe that we have helped people make better decisions, that maybe we have helped prevent some abuse that would have happened otherwise. It's impossible to know for sure if we have had any such successes, but feeling like we are is in itself quite therapeutic. It's a self esteem booster. Helping others is quite rewarding. PSC is uplifting, CP is not. But despite all this, I don't have any plans on quitting. However, I have decided hardcore is boring, and as soon as I can get what I want out of AI, that's where I will stay. When it comes to CP, I don't think there is a solution that is right for everyone, other than you need to listen to your own conscience and stay true to your morals.

[OneLove]

PSC is uplifting, CP is not. But despite all this, I don't have any plans on quitting. However, I have decided hardcore is boring, and as soon as I can get what I want out of AI, that's where I will stay. When it comes to CP, I don't think there is a solution that is right for everyone, other than you need to listen to your own conscience and stay true to your morals.

Personally I have also become un-enamored of hard core. My favorite images are of simple standing nudity, where I can enjoy the pure perfect beauty of the naked young female form. But I've even stopped that of late.

Regardless, PSC is good, positive therapy for me, and hopefully, for others as well.

I wasn't sexually groomed as a child, but I was physically and emotionally abused. But that's a whole nother thing. PSC helps with that, too.