I need advice: is it normal i feel used by guys but like the attention?

So I’m a senior in high school, and I’ve been having some problems ever since I’ve started getting sexual. Basically, a lot of guys will use me for sex (which is expected). I know they are just using me for sex, and this makes me feel bad about myself. However, I like the attention they give me. I’m also not sure about whether I want a relationship right now or if I just want to mess with lots of guys. Basically I’m feeling really conflicted because I feel used but I can’t help but like the attention. I am really struggling to decide if I should continue this way of life or start looking for a relationship. Should I do it if I like the guy even if he is using me? Please leave your advice!

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  • Generic_Userboi

    Is it normal? Yes.
    Healthy? Maybe not.

    It's completely normal to be wanting of attention from others, even if one knows it is just for them to get what they want (in this case, sex). I mean, heck, that's almost the entire reason behind our current hook-up culture in the first place. All genders have people who feel this way; heck, sometimes I as a straight male crave this type of affection myself, not for simply *sex* but for the temporary attention and companionship it would provide.

    I would ask yourself what it is you're looking for in these flings, and if it stems from a longing for something deeper. It may be linked to self-esteem issues from past trauma (major, or minor things; minor trauma is still trauma) or from an unhealthy mindset perpetuated by our current culture.

    The bottom line, though, is that what you are doing is "normal". You aren't "just a slut", and as long as you stay safe in what you're doing you aren't about to "destroy your future".

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  • welldoggonnit

    Private3 is an idiot. No, it’s not slutty behavior. It’s almost the year fucking 2020 and this asshole is still in 2010. Your behavior may be linked to other factors in your life (Guardian issues? Abuse? Disconnection from loved ones? Etc.) but that doesn’t always have to be the case. You could just be doing you purely for enjoyment and there’s nothing wrong with that, you’re still young. I will say this though, the ones who are going to use you are probably going to hurt you. As you’ve said, you feel bad about yourself. A completely normal feeling regarding your “actions.” We live and learn, and unfortunately some lessons are harder than others. But to answer your question: yes, you are normal but I would suggest stepping back a bit and evaluating your situation. Ask yourself why you’re doing it and if you don’t know then maybe take a break from that behavior and evaluate your own past and present life? But again, nothing “abnormal” about you.
    OH, and P.S. Private3’s already talking about marriage? Must be a military dumbass who put a ring on it first thing out of high school and now regrets everything. Stay safe

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    • RoseIsabella

      I think he's a troll.

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    • d0esnormalmatter

      The year doesn't change the definition of slutty. It is slutty behavior, but slutty behavior should not be discouraged.

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      • private3

        For nearly all of human history, and in nearly all cultures, it has been discouraged. Generally the societies in which it was condoned were doomed to collapse soon after.

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        • d0esnormalmatter

          Yes it has almost always been shamed, I am aware. That doesn't make it wrong to me still. I'm also aware that very promiscuous-encouraging societies often don't correlate with success, but to me that does not justify making being slutty on an individual level wrong.

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    • private3

      Private3 has three master's degrees and finished top of his class. He's not in the military and isn't married, so he would be grateful if you stop the verbal abuse.

      Sleeping with lots of guys is the very definition of slutty behaviour. While it's great for guys like me, it's not good for the one who's on the receiving end of all those penises.

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      • woahtherepardner

        Why's it not good for the one at the receiving end?

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        • private3

          See my other comment.

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          • woahtherepardner

            I have, but I still don't get it. I'm sorry if this is stupid. What's wrong with sleeping around? You can still find a 'decent man to marry' even though you've fucked others.

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  • RoseIsabella

    I think you should take a break from guys, dating, sex and trying to get attention. I think you should take time to work on yourself, and decide how you want to live.

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  • NormalAdventure

    It's fine to feel conflicted about attention vs. sex. If you feel guilty about the sex part then ratchet it down. That doesn't mean you can't still get attention from guys but it's going to be different. Don't listen to people telling you whether or not you should have sex, listen to yourself.

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  • Aethylfritha

    So what are you getting out of this other than a momentary" oh good someone finds me fuckable"??

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  • XYXY

    As a married woman I am strictly governed by my husband, in what many consider to be an old fashioned, outdated and sexist regime. But in my youth, during the 80s, I was a total slut and proud of it. Looking back I have mixed feelings, on the one hand I think I had great fun and wouldn’t have missed it for the world, on the other hand it feels shameful the way I behaved. These conflicting opinions really come down to how I believe the world should work. In my youth I believed if it’s acceptable for men to have multiple sexual partners, then as a woman I should be able to do the same. As I grew out of my wild stage I realised that as women we are not equal to men and therefore should not behave in the same way. So my point is this, you need to form your own views on equality. If you believe in equality then it’s fine for you to have multiple sexual partners because that’s what men do. Personally I don’t believe in equality, and think that it is unacceptable for women to have sex with lots of different men. So the answer to your question is that it all comes down to personal choice, and you have to do what is right for you.

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    • Aethylfritha

      Are you for realz

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      • RoseIsabella

        I personally think it's a troll.

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    • RoseIsabella

      I believe in equality, and monogamy. I'd rather watch a domineering man die right in front of my face than ever even pretend to be submissive for even two seconds.

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      • Aethylfritha

        I hate controlling assholes. Respect each other.
        I would not allow some guy to change me or tell me what to do.

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        • RoseIsabella

          Amen to that!

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    • woahtherepardner

      Is this a copypasta? Cos it could totally be a copypasta.

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  • private3

    You ought to stop this slutty behaviour because it means you won't be able to find a decent man to marry. The damage has already been done, but nevertheless don't do any more.

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    • Clunk42

      Hey, welldoggonnit has replied to you without using the reply button, for some reason.

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    • LornaMae

      Wow! I had no idea that internet access had reached the 1950s!!!

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    • I don’t think it’s being slutty?

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      • d0esnormalmatter

        Nahh being promiscuous when your young doesn't make it so you can't find a partner. Don't listen to this knob head.

        My advice(as a promiscuous man) is to be promiscuous and enjoy the attention and multiple partners for a while when your young and likely at some point you'll want to settle down with one partner and then do that.

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      • private3

        If you're having sex with a lot of guys, it's slutty. Or are you not having sex with them, just getting the attention?

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  • bfranklin

    It's normal to sleep around. It's the fact it makes you feel bad that's not normal. Do you have any friends? Maybe try staying away from boys for 6 months to a year and see how you feel after that. It seems from your post you have boys and relationships on your mind a lot. Clear your head a little.

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  • Update: I blocked him and stopped contact and I feel SO GOOD! He was being a dickhead and not able to satisfy me anyways. I’m living my best life now and I feel free!!

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  • farkelu

    So what are you getting out of this that keeps you cumming back, so to speak? Attention? Are you hot? If not, then I suspect it's for the attention. Do you enjoy the sex? If so, then keep doing it - but please, use protection and stay safe.

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  • CDmale4fem

    I will say it again

    " Someone can only do to you what you allow them to do".

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  • LornaMae

    It's kind of up to you, really. I can't opine on this one.

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