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What nerdy interests do you have atm? (piefed.cdn.blahaj.zone)
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[–] applebusch@lemmy.blahaj.zone 29 points 3 days ago (3 children)

ive kinda felt guilt and shame about it for a long time, but sex has been a pretty consistent special interest of mine. ive been leaning into it unapologetically lately and have been happy to find people who arent put off by how into it i am, and even value my enthusiasm. its not nerdy in the traditional sense but theres so much to learn and improve at, and every partner has new and interesting depths to explore, so to speak. i even get to learn new things about myself in the process.

[–] GregorGizeh@lemmy.zip 20 points 3 days ago (1 children)

"So, guys, whats your quirky hobby?"

"Fucking"

[–] vapeloki@lemmy.world 6 points 2 days ago

On the spectrum, the line between a fetish and a special Interest can be very thin :)

My wife and I share this one with you. No reason for shame.