Recently, I saw a Facebook video of the new sex doll, Jasmine. I had to do a double take because I thought it was a real person. The video was professionally made, complete with close-up shots and CBD oil shines. I could not unsee what I saw. I was kind of horrified because of how lifelike Jasmine was, yet still a doll. Then a question popped into my head: What kind of person would buy such an expensive, realistic doll?
When I read reviews, they were mostly positive, praising the attention to detail and customization options that the doll provides. I was a bit confused; why would someone spend their hard-earned cash on a sex doll? I asked myself again, who would buy such a thing? A few people in the comments section suggested that it could be used, not just for “entertainment” but also as a companion for sex toys those who don’t have a partner, or don’t want one. That made me think further about why someone would purchase a sex doll.
I guess it really comes down to comfort. With all the stress of life, work, and relationships, it can be hard to find people who understand. When faced with all that, maybe having someone to talk to, someone that won’t judge you, no matter what, vibrators is appealing. That’s why I think people turn to sex dolls to fill the void in their life—to fill a gap that they don’t think they can fill elsewhere.
But having a sex doll just seems too extreme. What kind of relationship would one have with a doll? Are they just a toy, or something more? Most people wouldn’t understand why you opted to replace a real person with a doll, and I can understand that. But at the same time, I think it’s an important conversation to have and open ourselves up to new perspectives.
To be honest, I think we have to look at the ethics of this kind of technology. Is it really necessary to make a sex doll that’s so lifelike? I mean, the technology is impressive, but does it come with a set of responsibilities? We have to consider what kind of attitudes and experiences about sexuality does the existence of such a doll generate.
It’s hard to say whether sex dolls are right or wrong. We have to take into account that some people may have difficulty forming relationships or intimacy like us. We have to acknowledge these people and the needs that they have. We have to show empathy and respect even if sex dolls seem a bit strange to us.
Though I can’t say I know the answer to this question, I think we can all agree that this conversation deserves to be explored further. The Jasmine sex doll video was eye-opening in many ways. It’s opened my eyes to the possible implications and effects of these kinds of sex dolls. How about you? What do you think?