with our own perceptions of ourselves. One key feature (IMO) for a successful sexual relationship is that the woman feels safe to express herself. Another problem that women face, besides the media, is a double standard when it comes to us being sexual. This may come from religion, upbringing, coming from a conservative background, etc. Here's an example: I was raised Roman Catholic. I am not religious and only part of my family is. Religion and being conservative teaches women that sex is dirty, not holy, only for procreation, and you are a bad person if you go around enjoying it. It supresses/makes us feels bad about our bodies and desires. Still today, it's perfectly normal for a man to be sexual- he is even encouraged to do so. For women, if you are- you're a slut or worse. Then we have the flip side- the media. Where we are encouraged to be sexual and beautiful- impossible standards. It's scary that pre-teens are now dressing as if they are 18 or older. Message here- you don't matter or men won't like you if you're not beautiful or sexy. Confusing, no? 47616902 wrote: So it makes total sense that if a woman had a doll, with whom all of the issues of appearance no longer apply, and there is no fear of betrayal, exploitation, or taking for granted, then it would stand to reason that a woman with a doll could enjoy that doll more because it's not an uphill battle