Breaking Taboos: A French Perspective
What if talking about sex and relationships was as easy as discussing the weather? In France, it often is. Growing up, I learned that these topics aren’t meant to be hidden—they’re part of life. Let’s dive into why French culture embraces openness and how that can shift your perspective too.
French Culture's Openness to Sex
In France, we don’t shy away from the “uncomfortable” stuff. Here’s why:
Education: Schools teach about relationships and sex early, making it normal, not awkward.
Media & Art: From films to books, intimacy is celebrated, not censored.
Family Conversations: It’s common to discuss love and sex openly at home—no hushed tones needed.
This openness creates a culture where people feel free to explore without shame. And that’s a game-changer.
You see its very common for girls in France to speak more openly about sex than even guys. You could go to any restaurants and surely one table will be openly sharing tips, desires, sexual ideas over a meal, loud and clear. Sex is just another topic and isn’t reserved just for one gender.
