Is “Grooming” Just The Regular Courtship Process?

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What do you think is the primary source of harm in cases like this?

The relationship itself is inherently harmful regardless of how the girl felt at the time.
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No votes
The relationship may have been harmful, but social reactions afterward probably amplify the damage.
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7%
Most of the harm comes from society forcing a trauma narrative onto experiences that were originally positive.
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59%
It depends on the specific individuals and circumstances involved.
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30%
Unsure / need more information.
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4%
 
Total votes: 27
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Re: Is “Grooming” Just The Regular Courtship Process?

Post by DANAT4T »

Grunko wrote: Wed Mar 11, 2026 3:51 pm
JGHeaven wrote: Tue Mar 10, 2026 12:10 pm
But as a kid I just felt guys were out of my league, why would a man with money and independence be interested in a kid who can't even stay out after dark? I had nothing to offer, he had everything, I didn't pursue guys mostly because it seemed pointless.
Not all men/older people have money or independence. Some adults may not like staying out after dark. Even if they did, when people love people so much, they may sacrifice those things becuase the person they desire to be with is more important. Some adults may love doing the same things younger age groups do. Not all adults like drinking, going to the pub or going to nightclubs. Also not all adults are interested or ready for sex, they may be virgins or lack the experience.
In normal courtship scenarios, a man wants money and independence also. It would just be to a lesser extent. A perfect example would be an 'upper middle' class 30 year old man courting a 'lower middle' class 21 year old woman.
I support AAMs and MAPs. Personally I am a romantic GL but I support loving relationships between people from infants all the way up to the elderly.💘
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