Dare To Ask Talk And News About Our Differences By PHILLIP MILANO Question I have “gone commando” (no underwear) for a few years. When I suggest it to other women to prevent yeast infections and for comfort, they think it is slutty or that I must be “secretly kinky.” Has anyone else run into this stupidity? Rina, 22, Royal Palm Beach Replies I haven’t worn underwear in about two …
Read More »DARE TO ASK: Passing out from grief at funeral?
By PHILLIP MILANO Question What is the origin and significance in Hispanic culture of grieving (weeping) until one passes out after the death of a loved one? This was widespread after the death of a popular local girl. J. Cook, 43, white, Fillmore, Calif. Replies Wow! Passing out. This girl must have been truly loved and the people around her …
Read More »DARE TO ASK: Overweight? It can make you invisible
By PHILLIP MILANO Question: My weight has yo-yo’d most of my life. When I’m heavier, men seem to have more of a negative reaction. Is this because of the media presentation of what the ideal woman should look like? Susan, 45, Flint, Mich. Replies The response I get from people has much more to do with my feelings about myself …
Read More »DARE TO ASK: Cover story: Men wear makeup
By PHILLIP MILANO Question What do people think of men who wear makeup? J., male, Clay County Replies I once dated a man who wore makeup to cover blemishes and accentuate features. I didn’t think he was less masculine or homosexual or anything. Nan, 25, Albuquerque, N.M. Men who regularly wear makeup should see a psychiatrist. Perhaps certain men can …
Read More »DARE TO ASK: South Asians and matters of skin color
By PHILLIP MILANO Question South Asia is very poor. Many South Asians are as dark as black people. So why are most Indians and other South Asians outside of Asia so arrogant, especially toward blacks? Alison, 23, Afro-Caribbean, New York Replies My South Asian friends aren’t arrogant. Your problem might be your attitude, because you make a lot of generalizations …
Read More »DARE TO ASK: Actors really do study for love scenes
By PHILLIP MILANO Question To actors and actresses: Is it possible to play a role in which you are falling in love with another person and not have that affect you emotionally? I know it is a job, but the kisses that can curl the toes of audiences must surely curl your toes, as you are an actual participant. Ronald, …
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