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Opinion of PSA

Discussion in 'Chit Chat' started by SabreBear, Jul 16, 2015.

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What's Your Opinion of PSA?

  1. I'm Okay With it

    25 vote(s)
    54.3%
  2. I Dislike It

    9 vote(s)
    19.6%
  3. Indifferent/Other

    12 vote(s)
    26.1%
  1. SabreBear

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    PSA (or Public Signs of Affection) is something that a lot of people feel strongly about. I am wondering what you guys think about it?

    I personally dislike it. I don't care if I'm participating in it, or just watching it. It just.. makes me very uncomfortable. I once dated a girl who really loved hugging me in public, and kissing me. It was ultimately what caused us to break up, because it just made my skin crawl whenever she'd bring our romantic life out into the public.

    It doesn't matter what kind of couple it is, it just rubs me the wrong way. I'm all for being happily in love with each other, or even handsy with one another. But I'd prefer if people kept these kinds of things to themselves, rather than bringing it out in public.
     
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    It's a bit weird to watch and I usually ignore it, but I don't have problems with other people doing it.

    Personally I might be a bit reluctant to display PSA, but who knows. I haven't actually been on a date or anything, so my opinion on that could change.
     
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    I'm fine with it as long as it's kept PG. Hand holding, putting arms around each others shoulders or waist, hugging, short kisses, all fine.
     
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    I really like it to be honest. I don't like watching really sexual stuff, like heavy kissing because that makes me feel really awkward. But whenever I see a couple hug, cuddle, hold hands, or kiss, it makes me really happy for them and it kind of makes me envious because I want someone like that.

    Then again, one of my love languages is touch, so maybe that's why I like it so much.
     
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    Yeah, mine are touch and quality time. :slight_smile:
     
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    I clicked on this thread thinking OP had a problem with Public Service Announcements :stuck_out_tongue_closed_eyes:
     
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    Omg :grin: I also have quality time! Then my last one is kind/loving words (it has a more formal name but I'm stupid and can't pronounce it).

    ---------- Post added 16th Jul 2015 at 10:48 PM ----------

    :lol::lol::lol:
     
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    I'm completely fine with it and in some cases I think it's cute, as long as it's kept PG and not right in front my face.
    Personally I find it funny when parents try to smother their kids with kisses XD.

    I don't like kissing in public but i don't mind hugging and hand holding.

    I clicked to see what PSA stands for :lol:
     
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    I personally don't like seeing it, but I don't mind if people go ahead and do it. I won't stop them, but the least they can do is not be down each other's throats in front of everyone. I'm not sure if it's pure jealousy or disgust, but I feel like it's more my personal attitude towards the issue that makes me dislike it, as opposed to me seeing something legitimately wrong with it.
     
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    They're just the worst aren't they? :lol:
     
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    I though this tread was about Prostate Specific Antigen >..<

    anyway regarding Public Sign of Affection or Public Display of Affection i really dont mind it. In fact it makes me jealous because i really wanted that as well.
     
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    I'm like a lot of the other replies. Holding hands, a quick kiss, or a warm hug that last for a few seconds are all fine. If you get to heavy petting or completely making out, get a room you are probably making 95% of the people around you uncomfortable.
     
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    I dislike it, mostly because I feel like when people only have eyes for each other, they aren't paying attention to me. Like, I might as well not be there.

    So I guess this really only applies to people I know personally. Not random bystanders.
     
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    I find it cute! ^_^

    However if it gets too full on it can get awkward :lol:
     
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    As long as they aren't making out or groping each other.....I've seen couples groping each other in public a few times and it was disgusting.
     
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    to each his own
    im probably not looking at you anyway im tryna find a spot on the wall to stare at so i dont accidentally make eye contact with anybody
    just dont be like these kids at my school and be passionately making out in the damn hallway EVERY DAY
     
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    Personally I think it's cute, especially when I see 2 guys holding hands ^.^

    When it gets to the point when they're munching each others faces off it can be a bit too much, otherwise I'm pretty tolerant.
     
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    No. Altogether.
     
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    I don't want to see any of it. No one does. It's awkward and unsettling for people around and you don't have to always be going around advertising it (but I guess there is that bit of jealousy in me when I see it).
     
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    Hmmmm, seems the poll says otherwise