I’m always asked by my clients about the differences we face in escorting as opposed to our Caucasian counterparts. Of course I tell them the general differences such as income/rates, advertising/marketing and location/demographics, but sometimes i’m still questioned further about my personal differences in the industry. I just wanted some positive (or negative) feedback as to…. why all the curiosity? Originally Posted by Exotic LilyI'm going to guess it's Caucasian people doing the asking?
As someone who has been taught over and over by the "system" that I am born to a privileged class with a privileged history as a result of being blond and blue eyed, and of Catholic background, that I will bear the burden of a dark history of oppression, imperialism and slavery - I am indeed curious about the life experience of others. I wonder about their perspective, how the world has treated them.
Generally I do this through the study of culture and history. I don't like that people feel comfortable asking questions about my personal life if I haven't first broached it, and try not to do it myself. In my counseling training we were taught that it is not the burden of the minority, the oppressed or the victims to educate others. It is our duty to do our own learning in the sincere desire to understand.
Having had come from Eastern Europe and my family being of a traditional Catholic background, I have a particular fascination with Judaism. Learning about the history, cultural traditions, the faith itself absorbs me, and it's multifaceted and unique nature make it an endless learning experience. This gives me a much broader understanding of my own cultural background, and see the implications in the evolution of the Jeudeo-Christian societies.
I have never witnessed someone of Jewish background mistreated as a result of their heritage, yet those who have become friends have shared stories that leave me a bit stunned. It's easy for me to believe that such prejudice is a thing of the past, and such a false illusion isn't a good thing.
I guess part of the curiosity is wondering how much double standards or mistreatment or different experiences still exist in a supposedly politically correct bleached north American society. I wonder how much of it is still a facade.