Post Date December, 03 2023
First, it guides us to find sexual goals and provides a more visual picture and specific content for our general sexual impulse. "We have fantasies about certain types of men or women, and as we fantasize, we feel that their appeal becomes stronger and stronger.". However, our fantasy objects may be illogical or unrealizable, which is also one of the drawbacks of fantasy. We can imagine perfection, but it is difficult to find perfect people in real life.
Secondly, sexual fantasies prepare us for possible scenarios. Sexual fantasies are equivalent to a dress rehearsal, allowing us to rehearse how to respond to different scenarios in our minds. This way, we can be prepared for what may happen during a date, after a party, or while in bed with our partner.
Third, sexual fantasies allow us to escape the tedious or heavy reality. Constant or repetitive work often triggers fantasies to escape boredom.
Fourth, even if sexual life is very satisfying, we can still indulge in fantasy and bring new ideas and excitement to our relationship. Fantasy provides a safe outlet for sexual curiosity. Research has shown that some women can achieve orgasm only through fantasy.
Fifth, sexual fantasies can be as expressive as dreams to some extent. Sexual fantasies indicate our existing interests, happiness, anxiety, fears, or barriers. Because fantasy contains only a small fraction of the details of reality, the content we choose is very important - it conveys our feelings hidden beneath the surface of consciousness.
For example, fantasies about extramarital affairs may indicate deep dissatisfaction with marriage, while fantasies about erectile dysfunction may convey fear of sex or concern about a relationship with someone.
(Intern Editor: Cai Junyi)
