The ultimate lesson all of us have to learn is unconditional love,
which includes not only others, but ourselves.
- Elizabeth Kubler-Ross
Sex is a natural and healthy part of the way we express ourselves and relate
intimately with other people. Your desire to share yourself sexually can make
you feel emotionally and physically vulnerable. Societal taboos also make it
difficult to express what you want sexually, or whether you want to be sexual
with another at all. Always remember that you have the right to your own feelings,
whatever they are, and the right to take precautions to protect yourself from
unwanted pregnancy and STD's. Any partner that does not respect your rights
does not deserve to be intimate with you. Be assertive. Say what you
want clearly so there will be no misunderstanding. If an intimate situation
feels uncomfortable to you, your partner may feel uncomfortable too. Try to
read all of your partner's signals, verbal and non-verbal. If either one of
you seems to be withdrawing, stop what you are doing and talk about it. If
you feel like you are being rushed, ask to slow down or stop. It is never
too late to stop any form of sexual activity and it is never okay to coerce
someone into continuing. | |
