What Philosophy Says about Paying Escort Girls?

Philosophy has something to say about every existing topic. And, as the world is evolving, moral philosophy is spreading its branches into more modern endeavors. This article talks about the ethics of paying escort girls. Is it good, or is it wrong? To find that out, we need to learn more about companionship, consent and the way society looks at this job. There are many elements that need to be analyzed, so let’s not waste any more time! Let’s get into the morality of it all.

Intimacy versus Companionship

Many people assume that all escort girls perform sexual activities, but that hasn’t been true for a while now. More and more people are using escorting services to actually hire a companion. This companionship service includes having someone attend an event or dinner with you. You might need a plus one for a wedding, or some event for work. You can hire a professional who will accompany you to that event. This kind of service could or couldn’t end in any intimacy. And while it’s true that this service slightly blurs the lines between real and fake relationships, it doesn’t make it inherently immoral.

If you are curious, Marriage.com talks about the difference between intimacy and companionship. From a philosophical point of view, intimacy should be received out of desire, not paid for. Human connection is one of the most important things that humans have. And philosophy always tells us how important it is that we try and form connections with others. Intimacy often requires a level of vulnerability, and therefore trust, which are valuable to learn and feel. But, ethically speaking, paying for companionship or intimacy is not immoral in itself. But let’s look at the other elements that are tied to these two.

What about Consent?

One of the main arguments in favor of escorting is personal autonomy. NYC escort girls can work with an agency or as freelancers. They can choose which services they offer and which not. This often allows them to make their schedule however they want, which gives them some kind of freedom that not many people have today. The financial freedom, combined with the flexible schedule, makes the job appear appealing. This is also where philosophy comes around and asks some questions about consent. Because of the current state of the world, many people can barely afford to pay for enough groceries. So, if your financial situation pushes you into the job, is it consent?

Now, no one knows why someone chooses the job they choose. Plus, philosophy and some other domains too, talk of how everyone sells their bodies and time to their boss. In capitalism everyone needs to sell something of theirs in order to earn. So, who are we to judge who sells an acceptable part and who doesn’t? The beauty of it is that you can choose how to use your body and time to earn a living. But, with all of this, it’s worth reminding that consent should be given freely and consciously.

The Double Standard

Historically speaking, for many years, you could only hire NYC escort girls. But, today, you can hire men too. The industry is becoming more and more diverse and inclusive. No matter your sexual orientation, you can find a companion. The escorting industry used to be beneficial only for males. Now, finally, escorts can earn their living like this. They can choose if they want intimacy or not. Most escorts nowadays are basically models. They look and behave extremely professionally. They are smart and know how to be the life of the party. It’s not how it used to be, because their intellectual capacities are recognized and required.

And, somehow, when women and other queer folks can finally enjoy this industry too, it’s more stigmatized than ever before. This shows a lot of things, like misogyny, that ethics doesn’t stand for. Both men and women should be able to perform and to pay for such services. Most of the stigma is rooted in patriarchy, but we’ll talk about it in the next section! So, if no one had anything to object to when only women were escorts, not even making money out of it, then no one should have anything to object to now.

The Stigma Models Face

We have to remember that philosophy is the product of the human mind. And, most of the discomfort people feel in regards to escorting is not necessarily related to the fact that companionship became a service. Most of the stigma comes from old opinions about sex and gender. Even if technology has evolved, and everyone seems to be loving it, the mentality has stayed the same. For older generations, the act of providing companionship services makes you less respectable. But, the same generations believe that it’s fine for a boss to hire a young lady as his personal assistant.

Unfortunately, because of the stigma, the legal and health systems can move slowly when it comes to anything related to this. At the end of the day, whether we like it or not, this industry will always exist in one way or another. This is when the ethics come in, telling us that it’s more important than anything to ensure that workers are safe. People are going to love and hate things until the end of time. Remember that morality is subjective, even in NYC!

Conclusion

NYC will always be a home for the escorting industry. Philosophy fights to distinguish between companionships and intimacy, and consent versus not having other options. These discussions help us understand why certain topics appear so immoral to people. At the end of the day, you decide what’s morally acceptable for you. But, when you make that decision, make sure that you have all of your facts straight. Do not form moral values based on impulse and on values that have been passed down to you through the generations. Look at the issue with fresh and modern eyes!