Does culture matter?

If you've been following the blog you'll notice my musings about why some people like anal, why many men love it, and why others are more open to the idea.

Now, we know that in the past in some societies the practise of anal sex was widespread. Could that also be true today?

So far most of the contributors to the blog have been (or appear to be) native English speakers which puts them in a very similar culture. In western culture anal sex is gradually becoming more of an accepted thing, but I know I have readers from around the world and would love to here about their experiences.

Is it acceptable or frowned upon where you live?

Anal sex and taboo. Where did it all go wrong?

It is interesting to note that anal sex was not always the forbidden act that it is today. Depictions of anal intercourse in art and literature is common from around the world, from the ancient world and to the far east. The Romans and Greeks were western civilizations which commonly practised anal sex. It was not thought to be unusual at all. And most importantly was considered a valid expression of love for heterosexuals, not just homosexuals. Indeed, in times passed sex was recognised as something that could be purely for pleasure and not just procreation.

What happened?

A few thousand years ago began the rise of the great monotheistic religions. Never before had religion intruded so much into peoples sex lives. Even worse, as the religions split and diverged in competition with one another, they all sought to out-breed each other. As a consequence, of course, anal sex (which didn't result in more babies) became one of the many victims of the relentless advance of these cults.

When something becomes taboo for centuries, people become ignorant and fearful. It is this fear which today stops so many loving couples enjoying what could be one of the most intimate and  joyful of pleasures.