There is nothing inherently wrong with consensual incest😤

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I'm gonna get some hate from this, I know. But I just feel like stating this.
Whatever fault you can find in a consenting, incestuous relationship exists in any other relationship. I am [u]NOT [/u]talking about inbreeding, nor underage, nor forced relationships.

[i]The age gap. One side could be several decades older.[/i] Happens all the time outside the family. Cougars, gold diggers, suger daddies/mommies, etc.
[i]The power dynamic. Older syblings, parents, aunts/uncles, etc. One will naturally have more authority over the other.[/i] Lets be honest, relationships have always had a one sided power dynamic. Some more extreme than others, but they all do.
[i]It's just weird/gross.[/i] This is an opinion. What's weird/gross to one person is the norm to another is the kink of yet another still.
[i]It's a sin![/i] Then don't do it. Let others sin in peace. That being said, the bible has implications and undeniable instances of incest in several places. Not to mention all kinds of other twisted rules that label women as little more than living incubators.
[i]It's illegal.[/i] This true but several other kinds of relationships were illegal. Interracial and homosexuality primarily. Also, the degree of incest has different legalities depending in the local govt. In some state of America it's legal to marry cousins. In some countries it's perfectly legal to marry siblings if socially looked down upon.

I'm willing to argue other points if anyone can bring them up. And while I'm at it I will even admit I'm in an intimate relationship with a family member. I will not reveal whom on here so don't ask.

Bring on the hate. Worst you could do is harsh words I'll ignore. 😘

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SW-User

This is a bit late, only just found this thread.

My only real concern would be for the relationship. Family should be people you can always rely on even if you’re not especially close. When a sexual relationship ends you generally keep a distance from your ex but that could be a problem if it’s family.

Not saying it couldn’t work, just that there’s more risk of emotional complexities.

BrandyCream · 22-25, F

@SW-User I would disagree.
If the relationship(with non-family) was JUST sexual, ending it shouldn't carry any baggage. Like changing your favorite restuarant. You'll always have good memories, but it was a simple transaction of what you both wanted.
If it was more like Friends with Benefits(FwB) then ending sex could add a bit of strain, but shouldn't wreck anything long term. It started with friendship, you got close, you fucked, you stopped fucking, and you're still close as ever. The problem comesw when one side grows romantic feelings while the other does not. THAT'S the baggage.
Romantic relationships shouldn't rely on sex(though it is a big part) and there's literally millions of examples of healthy sexless relationships. But since sex and emotions are so intertwined, when one ends the other tends to follow. This is the most common series of events, but it's not an absolute.
Finally, the rare incestuous relationship(under the assumption everything and aeveryone is consentual). It's rare(not as much as people think) but it exists. Unfortunately, too many cases of incest are not truly consenting or loving. But those that are could be argued to have the strongest family bonds. You say family should be relied upon no matter what. With some exceptions, I agree. And sex could be something you rely on family for as a source. Sometimes, you just need sexual relise. Fingers and toys don't quite hit that spot, fucking strangers could go sideways oin the worst way, FwB is an option but comes with it's own risks, and to ignore your urges could cause greater problems in the near and distant future. This leaves family. Someone you can rely on, who will always care for you no matter what, someone with whom you can be your true self around at all times, and someone you can feel safe with.
Sorry for the rant, I've just thought a lot on the subject.

DavidW · 70-79, M

@BrandyCream I'm very much with you on this. Also, as you get older, opportunities diminish. Older people find it harder to start new relationships - or is it just me! It's so easy to get close to family members especially if you were perhaps a little but naughty together as kids.