I am, I must confess, suspicious of those who denounce others for having too much sex. At what point does a healthy amount become too much? There are, of course, those who suffer because their desire for sex has become compulsive; in their case the drive (loneliness, guilt) is at fault, not the activity as such. When morality is discussed I invariably discover, halfway into the conversation, that what is meant are not the great ethical questions but the rather dreary business of sexual habit, which to my mind is an aesthetic rather than an ethical issue.

Summary

This quote questions the tendency to judge others for engaging in excessive sexual activity. It suggests that it is difficult to determine when a healthy amount of sex transitions into being "too much." The author expresses skepticism towards those who condemn others for their sexual habits, arguing that compulsive behavior tied to loneliness or guilt is the underlying issue, rather than the activity itself. The quote also highlights the difference between ethical concerns and personal preferences, suggesting that discussions around morality often revolve around personal sexual habits rather than major ethical dilemmas.

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