[CUFS_Current English 1_Essay] Public Displays of Affection

Q. Should couples avoid public displays of affection?

I personally neither care much about couples showing PDA nor want to preach anyone to avoid displaying their physical affection for each other. Nevertheless, I feel a certain need for any couples to exhibit a moderate amount of PDA on a level that other people could accept.

First, too much PDA crossing a line would rather degrade a relationship. Some PDA seem to have become normal and natural - a little bit of touching, hugging and kissing. However, it would be inconsiderate if one gropes a partner's buttock or other body parts looking too intentional for sexual pleasure. It would also make the couple look cheap.

Second, PDA is not something that we can simply ignore when it goes beyond the level of acceptance. I am afraid to say, but I think a couple's PDA is to show off how strong their relationship is to others whereas they just go with the flow just out of feelings for each other. Just as people normally don't want to get along with a person with a tendency to show off every time you see her/him, too much of a good thing can be a cause that might leave anyone uncomfortable.

It is perfectly normal for couples to show physical affection. But those in a relationship wanting PDA need to make sure they are in public. Being a little more considerate of others, everyone can have their own rights - the right to not see unwanted things and the right to express feelings for a loved one.