So why is it that attraction and repulsion can be so closely linked?

In summary, attraction and repulsion are strange phenomena that can be influenced by various factors such as personal preferences and social norms. Some things that can be attractive in one person can be repulsive in another, and this can change depending on the nature of the relationship or situation. It's also interesting to note that physical fitness can play a role in attractiveness, but it may not always be the determining factor.
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N_Quire
Attraction -- Repulsion

I was thinking of the Seinfeld episode where Jerry is turned on watching his girlfriend run her fingers through her hair. She, on the other hand, is turned off watching him scratching his head.

It's strange how attraction and repulsion works. It seems there is good dirt and bad dirt; acceptable fluids and detestable ones. Some fluids are ok depending on who they belong to.

We can eat candy out of a loved one's mouth but the thought of eating candy out of your favorite aunt's mouth is enough to put you off your dinner. A guy might find a girl painting her toenails to be as delightful a sight as a meadow full of flowers, but when his male room mate enters pedicure mode in full view, it can start a fight.

Some of the things that we find most attractive in some people are the very things we find most disgusting in others. And how about touch? We adore being touched by a lover but once you argue or fall out of love, you'd rather be touched by a dead fish.
 
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Well technically, she didnt like it because when he walked around naked it wasnt attractive, so she couldn't stop picturing him naked...on the other hand...jerry kept picturing that she was naked(because she walked around nakedbefore)
 
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Birds who are fit are fit most things they do.

People who are not regarded as being attractive are not attractive whatever they do.

That is the reason.
 
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A fit bird, is that an attractive woman?
 
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Yes.
 
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Originally posted by N_Quire
We can eat candy out of a loved one's mouth but the thought of eating candy out of your favorite aunt's mouth is enough to put you off your dinner.
LOL, man that was funny, but it is an interesting social phenomenon that you've pointed out.
 
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*stares at climbhi's avatar*

*shudders*
 
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Originally posted by Jikx
*stares at climbhi's avatar*

*shudders*
you know you like it!
 

1. What is the difference between attraction and repulsion?

Attraction refers to the force that pulls objects or particles towards one another, whereas repulsion is the force that pushes objects or particles away from each other.

2. How can attraction and repulsion be closely linked?

Attraction and repulsion are closely linked because they both involve the interaction between two objects or particles. In some cases, these forces can act simultaneously, resulting in a complex relationship between the two.

3. What factors determine whether attraction or repulsion will occur?

The key factor that determines whether attraction or repulsion will occur is the type of interaction between the objects or particles. For example, the presence of opposite charges will result in attraction, while like charges will result in repulsion.

4. Can attraction and repulsion be controlled or manipulated?

Yes, attraction and repulsion can be controlled or manipulated through various means such as changing the distance between objects, altering the charge or polarity of objects, or using external forces to counteract or enhance these forces.

5. How does attraction and repulsion play a role in everyday life?

Attraction and repulsion play a significant role in everyday life, from the way objects stick together to the interactions between people. These forces also play a crucial role in various natural phenomena, such as the behavior of magnets and the movements of celestial bodies.

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