Sinners are not those who succumb to temptation, especially to women's charms. No, sinners are those who try to seduce and at the same time send all sorts of things, expecting some kind of reaction. It's funny, isn't it? Especially when you understand that seduction is a whole art, and not just throwing a couple of phrases or pictures.

I will not play the role of a moralizer here, although I grew up in a Catholic family and many principles are deeply rooted in my soul. Respect has always been important to me - for myself and for others. And when a girl sends something clearly inappropriate, I immediately remember the words from Corinthians 8:9 "Be careful that this freedom of yours does not become a stumbling block." And it doesn't matter who you are - a man or a woman. To seduce, to impose, to expect an immediate response - it's like putting the other person on display, removing their will and freedom of choice from the equation.

It often seems to me that those who send such messages do not understand that on the other side of the screen is a living person with feelings, doubts and boundaries. Not just a body for pleasure or a game. And sometimes - a soul that can hurt, get offended or even close forever.

I'm not saying that all men and ladies are like that. And in general - I don't want to generalize. There are many wonderful, sincere, respectful interlocutors who know how to listen and feel. They are not in a hurry - they live in the moment, enjoy the dialogue, and not just the visual component. You want to talk and meet with such people, without fear that at any moment you will be "thrown out" like unnecessary trash.

Sometimes I catch myself thinking, who am I for them? Just a target? Just another "picture" in the gallery? But deep down I know that we are all much more than our appearance. And not only our appearance, but also our thoughts, fears, dreams, wounds.

Faith has always taught me to forgive and not judge, but also to preserve my honor, my dignity. "God loves the sinner, but hates the sin" - and this perfectly reflects the attitude towards people who try to seduce. It is important to remember that everyone has their own struggle, and often these "unsuccessful" messages are simply loneliness or misunderstanding, and not evil intent.

But at the same time - why not be a little wiser? Why not show respect for the other person, for his time and feelings? Why not start with a real conversation instead of cheap tricks, with an interest in the person, and not in the outer shell? After all, real beauty and attraction are in sincerity, and not in a simple desire to get a reaction.

If you think about it, temptation is always a game, and in this game everyone makes their own choice. But a sinner is someone who deliberately plays with other people's feelings, manipulates, tries to draw out emotions and reactions without respect for the other. Such people, unfortunately, often do not realize that in the end they themselves lose human warmth and true intimacy.

I believe that in every person there is something kind and bright that can shine if you give it a chance. Sometimes it is enough to just be honest and open, and not try to seduce through screens and texts. This is much deeper than just external attractiveness.

Lana Banana