I am posting this in view of the developments in the US Presidential debate.

One in 5 women and one in 71 men will be raped in the United States in the course of their lives. (Centers for Disease Control).The CDC is a very reputable and reliable source, not given to casual carelessness. (RAINN, an organization that combats sexual violence quotes the figures of one in 6 women and one in 33 men).

An official of RAINN says,”Bragging or joking about sexual violence is offensive and unacceptable. Any language that condones sexual assault, no matter where it takes place, is not okay. Fortunately, this is not the kind of talk heard in most locker rooms. It’s the kind of talk we usually only hear from people who don’t know the difference between appropriate behavior and sexual violence.”

Whether you take the CDC or the RAINN figures they are simply appalling.

Epicureans treat all men and women as equals, with respect, politeness, and consideration. They would never force anyone to do anything they had firmly decided they didn’t want to do. Secondly, a lot of women suffer from bullying, both at work and at home. Bullying is despicable and is usually indulged in by the weak and inadequate. (listening, Mr Trump?). Lastly, the joy of winning the attention of a woman comes from gently wooing her, using charm and a sense of humour, treating her as your peer, listening to her (not talking endlessly about yourself), taking a genuine interest in her life and her problems. You don’t even need to be a good looker; just be relaxed and try a winning smile. You don’t win a woman by forcing yourself upon her.