I've come across some psychological research recently that suggests that sometimes when we write, we explore our subconscious (and sometimes conscious) inner conflicts through fictional representations.I think that's a fascinating idea for fanfic in general, but it really strikes a chord with ABO and what you say here. We deal all the time with those 1950s attitudes and the conflicts in our own lives. Not to say anyone of my acquaintance is likely to be thinking 'omg maybe I want to submit to patriarchy, rather that there is always that expectation lurking in the background for us to challenge.
At the same time we are redefining our sexuality more than ever, and what better way to do that than through imagination? As writers we can own any sexuality we want: in ABO we can embrace everything on the feminine-masculine spectrum and make it ALL ours.
Sometimes you have to explore what isn't right to find the bits you want to keep. You have to own it so you can make it yours. And true liberation is finding a safe space where you can think what you like, and be who you like, without judgement.
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Date: 2015-09-11 10:14 am (UTC)At the same time we are redefining our sexuality more than ever, and what better way to do that than through imagination? As writers we can own any sexuality we want: in ABO we can embrace everything on the feminine-masculine spectrum and make it ALL ours.
Sometimes you have to explore what isn't right to find the bits you want to keep. You have to own it so you can make it yours. And true liberation is finding a safe space where you can think what you like, and be who you like, without judgement.