Coyote_Howl
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Sorry for not quoting, the website just gets stuck when I try =/. I think someone brought up a good reason for the comments that it doesn't help and so forth: The impressionable/young.
It shows/tells people that no, this really isn't the way you should act if you are AB/DL. It isn't what most of the community is about, isn't someone you should try to be or look up to.
There is nothing wrong with some littleness in public, and obviously nothing wrong with wearing in public (as long as it is hidden), but there is also taking it way over the top. IMO the "happiness," thing, if you need to be out in onesie, uber obious baby dress or whatever to be happy, I think things are a bit out of balance and need to talk with people about that.
As for creating understanding, again my opinion, but I don't think shoving it down the public's throat, or hell even worrying about the public is going to do it. The thing I think is important is making sure Psychiatrist and Mental Health Professionals understand and realize it isn't harmful as long as it doesn't affect your life. Then having someone like that, not some ABDL site (no matter how good) have a page or whatever that explains it and whys and battles the myths, etc. well have a huge positive effect. An outsider or outsiders considered knowledgeable in the field, saying something is perfectly fine as long as it does go overboard will help with family (especially) and explaining it to people.
One issue I will say I see the community fraction on is 24/7, it's gotten better (or I've paid less attention) but remember arguments about it for the longest time. For reference, I think 24/7 can be healthy but it can also be very unhealthy and too obsessive. IMO 24/7 should never be acting/living like a baby 24/7, but incorporating elements into everyday life I see no issue with.
It shows/tells people that no, this really isn't the way you should act if you are AB/DL. It isn't what most of the community is about, isn't someone you should try to be or look up to.
There is nothing wrong with some littleness in public, and obviously nothing wrong with wearing in public (as long as it is hidden), but there is also taking it way over the top. IMO the "happiness," thing, if you need to be out in onesie, uber obious baby dress or whatever to be happy, I think things are a bit out of balance and need to talk with people about that.
As for creating understanding, again my opinion, but I don't think shoving it down the public's throat, or hell even worrying about the public is going to do it. The thing I think is important is making sure Psychiatrist and Mental Health Professionals understand and realize it isn't harmful as long as it doesn't affect your life. Then having someone like that, not some ABDL site (no matter how good) have a page or whatever that explains it and whys and battles the myths, etc. well have a huge positive effect. An outsider or outsiders considered knowledgeable in the field, saying something is perfectly fine as long as it does go overboard will help with family (especially) and explaining it to people.
One issue I will say I see the community fraction on is 24/7, it's gotten better (or I've paid less attention) but remember arguments about it for the longest time. For reference, I think 24/7 can be healthy but it can also be very unhealthy and too obsessive. IMO 24/7 should never be acting/living like a baby 24/7, but incorporating elements into everyday life I see no issue with.