Is North Carolina truly a top 10 state for the swinging lifestyle, according to a recent study, or is this merely an urban legend? It appears that the Tar Heel State, known for its political purple, is also attracting attention for its search volume for the swinging lifestyle. A recent study by adult novelty toy brand Joy Love Dolls analysed Google Trends data over a 12-month period, tracking search queries related to swinging and found that North Carolina has one of the largest populations of swingers in the country.
The study found that North Carolina had a monthly search volume of 498 searches per 100,000 people, ranking it in seventh place for swinging searchers, just above South Carolina. However, this data only reflects the level of interest people have and does not necessarily mean that they engage in swinging. Another study by BedBible.com, which tracked people who actually engage in partner sharing, ranked North Carolina 30th in the country for swinging, while South Carolina ranked 23rd. As such, it’s important to approach these findings with caution.
It’s interesting to note that only three states appear in the top 15 of both studies: Delaware, Nevada, and Tennessee. This seems to suggest that the swinging lifestyle is far more complex and multifaceted than we might think. And while these studies provide some insight, they should be taken with a grain of salt.
Despite its taboo reputation, the swinging community is pushing for acceptance, and some misconceptions about the practice are being debunked. Swinging is not only focused on sex, according to Simon Hopper, cohost of the Bed Hoppers podcast, who says that creating friendships is an important part of the lifestyle. Additionally, swinging won’t fix a broken relationship, but can add excitement to an already solid one.
As if debunking myths about swinging wasn’t enough, sex education expert Amy Nguyen has identified some common symbols that may indicate someone’s involvement in the swinging community, such as a pink flamingo or an upside-down pineapple displayed in the front yard, or even a black ring worn on the right hand. It just goes to show that the swinging lifestyle is much more intricate than one might think.
While the studies paint an interesting picture of the swinging lifestyle, it’s important to remember that these findings are not definitive. North Carolina’s ranking in the top 10 of swinging states may have more to do with curiosity than actual participation. As with most things, the swinging lifestyle is full of nuance and should be approached with an open mind and understanding.
In conclusion, the swinging lifestyle in North Carolina is a complex and multi-layered topic that goes beyond what meets the eye. Whether you believe the studies or not, one thing is for certain – the swinging lifestyle is far more than just a passing curiosity.