Contributing to the community (self.zoophilia)
submitted 2015-03-25 05:13:01 by Neinikuy I am Nein, Hear me rawr
How can I positively contribute to the zoosexual/zoophile community? Like what can I do to help out and what not, to get more involved
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In my view, the best thing any one zoo can do is to tell at least one person they trust about their sexuality. It's not something that should be undertaken lightly, and not everyone is lucky enough to have accepting people in their lives.
However, for those that do, the personal understanding of zoophilia that the other person would gain can make the world a better place. It is one thing to know vaguely of some taboo group, but to know one personally is an entirely different matter.
Edit: typo.
So like what your saying is to tell trusted people so it becomes less of a taboo subject as a whole?
Maybe it's not so feasible for zoo people, but I believe it's the same sentiment.
I was never quite sure of the point of coming out, even having done it myself. I believe that it is beneficial to the community as a whole in the long run, and one of the best ways to change some attitudes surrounding zoophilia. However, when I look back to my decision to tell my parents I can't really think of a reason that wouldn't be otherwise satisfied by having great zoo friends. I do feel closer to my parents as a result and don't regret telling them, but if I had to reassess and make the decision again I'm not sure I'd tell them.
I'd be hard pressed to agree with this more. It seems that people are able to get away with mistreating us, simply because we don't have a solid voice. If they want to belittle us then there are very rarely any consequences for it.
It's understandable that we don't have a voice of course. Given the way things are right now, I would be a lunatic if I went out and publicly protested this hogwash. No matter how reasonably I presented myself, and no matter how irrational their arguments are, they have the upper hand because they risk fewer consequences. Speaking out against zoophiles might get one or two people to tell them to settle down and let it go. Speaking out as zoophiles presents a risk to our liberty, our social circles, our livelihood, and our lovers. Suffice to say, there's an imbalance.
However, if there were non zoos on our side, they could be the ones to start the discussions. There's still some risk involved for them, but it's much less ostracizing to be the villain's accomplice than the villain himself.
Besides, even if the revolution I so desperately want never happens (And I'm well aware that it won't in my lifetime), there's something to be said for forming that type of connection with people. Even if you tell just one person, that person may have less of a knee jerk reaction when the subject comes up elsewhere, and that can really make a difference all on its own.
You can do stuff like write essays and articles, make artwork, get involved legally, participate in studies, conduct independent research, write petitions, etc.
Alright, Ill write an essay or so and post it on here,though what should it be exactly about?
It can be about anything, really. Crushes you've had, legality, ethics, culture...
Crushes, haha...
Though that is exactly the right word for a few past unavailables
I'd like to see simple pro-zoo artwork, catch phrases, small, well thought out arguments, sound bites..... the kind of stuff that our enemies can do in four or five word soundbite on the TV that everyone will believe is devastating.
I agree with what Tundrovyy said. I think it needs to be more the small effort of many rather than the great effort of few. It is hard though, and many are afraid to stand up.
I'm terrified to stand up, each and every time I do it. You'd be crazy not to be.
There is no doubt it is terrifying. It is potentially very very risky to do. But often to strike change in the minds of people, great risk has been taken. It has been shown throughout history. Which isn't to say I advocate extreme recklessness or lack of care on this sensitive subject. But any step has the chance to potentially influence the future.
Yea, I guess I was saying that after 30 years you'd think it'd get easier.
Well, ya don't know when you're art the tipping point till you're at the tipping point.
If you mean contributing to its image, the best thing you can do is not worry about it too much, and avoid activism or anything resembling it.
Instead, get involved in other constructive activities like volunteering at animal shelters and animal-related causes. Be good to the people around you. You will do much more good that way.
At some point later in your life, once you know those around you very well and they know you well, and seen all the time you spend with animals so much they could figure it out on their own, you can tell those people you're a zoophile.
It's a problem best tackled indirectly.
Don't do it if you're still young. Your judgment of character may not be what you think it is and 50 years is too long a time for things to go wrong.
Don't give in to feelings of urgency. They'll betray you and zoophilia won't be accepted for a long time regardless. Take it easy.
If you mean contribute to the community internally, I'm afraid there's not a lot you can do except participate and criticize, if you have the patience. There are many things wrong with the zoophile community and it doesn't change easily.
God bless.
Remember: You will get infinite more respect by showing people you care for animals than by telling them you do. The last doesn't amount to much.