To some extent, emotions are universal and can be treated that way; no matter what the participants' orientation or preference, they have sex for the same reasons and can experience the same array of emotions in the process. But there are three important distinctions to be made: 1. The logistics of physiology 2. The basics of sexual attraction 3. Cultural impact on character and situation
Diana Gabaldon, in her book "I Give You My Body . . .", explores the intricate relationship between sex and emotion, asserting that while emotions can be deemed universal across different sexual orientations, there are nuanced factors that differentiate experiences. Despite shared emotional responses during sexual encounters, the unique physiological aspects, individual attractions, and cultural influences significantly shape how these experiences are perceived and expressed.
