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Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society
The Festive Fetish: Santaphilia
Dec 22, 2023
Exploring the allure of Santa as a sexual fetish, the evolution of Father Christmas and the sexual allure of Santa Claus, and the dominant appeal and forbidden allure of Santa Claus. Also, touches on the decline in cellular function and the promotion of a new podcast series.
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- Some individuals find Santa Claus appealing due to the sense of safety and dominance he represents, which can connect to BDSM dynamics and the potential for punishment and reward.
- The figures of Father Christmas and Santa Claus have separate origins, with Father Christmas associated with winter misrule and debauchery, while Santa Claus represents the Americanized version of St. Nicholas, merging with Father Christmas to create the modern beloved figure who delivers presents to children.
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The Allure of Santa: Exploring Santa-philia
Santa Claus, a beloved figure since childhood, can evoke feelings of stability, familiarity, and paternal protection. This can create a sense of safety and dominance, which can be appealing to certain individuals. The naughty or nice dichotomy associated with Santa can also connect to BDSM dynamics, with the potential for punishment and reward. The commercialization of Christmas has also added a twist to the sexy Santa image, with sexy Santa outfits and adult advent calendars becoming more popular. It is important to note that finding Santa sexy is a relatively common phenomenon, with studies showing that about 48% of women find Santa appealing in some way.
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