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The Peacock Paradox: When Flashing Your Feathers Goes Fowl

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*This is a Commentary / Opinion piece*

In the animal kingdom, searching for a mate can consume an animal's entire existence for a time. Because of this, many animals spare no effort when it comes to presentation.I recall watching a documentary where a particular male bird of paradise meticulously cleans his entire area, removing every speck of debris, before launching into an elaborate dance. His pièce de résistance? A dazzling flash of his bright yellow throat, unveiled only after his potential mate has shown interest.

And just like that, the next generation is on its way.Notice the care, attention, and detail required before this male bird even thinks about revealing his most impressive asset. She shows interest first. The animal kingdom, in many ways, mirrors the human world: we seek partners, strive to demonstrate our uniqueness, and yes, we want to convey our sexual prowess. But there is a right way and a wrong way to go about it.

Before we delve deeper, let’s make one thing crystal clear: under no circumstances should you send unsolicited photos of your, ahem, private parts. If there’s any uncertainty about whether someone wants to see it, the answer is simple: don’t send it.This seems obvious, but alas, we live in a world where common sense sometimes takes a back seat. So, for the love of decency, unless someone explicitly says, “I’d love to see your most private of parts,” do not send them!

Here are a few reasons why this rule exists—not that you should need them spelled out:- They’re not interested in you that way.- They could be at work or around children, making it wildly inappropriate and potentially dangerous to receive such content.- They just aren’t interested in receiving nudes from anyone, let alone you.If you make this critical error, here’s a short list of what absolutely should not be done:- Don’t say it was an accident. It wasn’t. Unless your phone suddenly developed sentience and a twisted sense of humor, own up to your mistake.- Don’t pretend it never happened. Ghosting the situation doesn’t make it go away; it just makes you look worse.Instead, acknowledge the misstep, apologize sincerely, and take responsibility. The road to redemption is paved with humility and respect.So, take a cue from our avian friends. Impress with your wit, charm, and yes, even a little razzle-dazzle—but only when it’s welcome. Remember, even the flashiest feathers need the right audience, and unsolicited displays are, quite frankly, for the birds.

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