Lack of self-acceptance and abusing kids.

When I hated myself and thought I was a monster of bad etc. I would have dreams (nay nightmares) of raping girls or abusing them. Which would horrify me and reinforce my self-hate.

However, thanks to places like these, I came to accept myself. Those nightmares literally stopped. I have not had one since and that was like 7 years ago. If there are little girls in my dreams they often aren't even sexual but they feel so good (it'll be me just cuddling and spending time with them).

On Reddit I have seen other pedosexuals claim sites like GC are rationalization centers. One guy literally said he would not post on a pedosexual board if the members did not consistently remind each other that their attractions were sick.

It's amazing because I have been at that point, but it is hard for me to empathize anyway. It's so illogical and damaging.

People who hate themselves are more likely to act out, especially in a negative way and in a very guilt ridden way where they will scare the child.

At least if someone who accepts themselves has a consensual interaction they will be of a better state of mind to handle the situation better.