Overthink

Cleanliness

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Apr 22, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Gym Odor and Identity Clash

  • David shares a gym story about a gay man whose intentionally strong body odor causes discomfort.
  • The odor is linked to his kink and identity, complicating social cleanliness norms.
INSIGHT

American Cleanliness Obsession

  • Americans are obsessively clean, showering daily and using many hygiene products more than any other group.
  • This clean obsession mixes health with moral values, as cleanliness is seen as moral purity.
ANECDOTE

Humans vs Pets Cleanliness Double Standard

  • Ellie notes the double standard in homes where humans remove shoes but pets freely roam and bring dirt inside.
  • She dislikes pet-related dirtiness and sees variability in clothing washing habits as examples of cleanliness arbitrariness.
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