Primary interpretation
Core meaning
The sexual act itself
Interpretive tone
Neutral
Key themes
PunishmentChildrenSex
Word interpretation
Symbol in the reading of Freud
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Primary interpretation
The sexual act itself
Interpretive tone
Key themes
Primary interpretation
The sexual act itself
Interpretive tone
Key themes
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Punishment as one of the acts of violence symbolizes sexual intercourse. But if you punish a child, then you tend to engage in self-gratification.
If you punish a pet, you would like to have sex with minors.
If you are punished, you are prone to sex with elements of masochism.
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