How to Say No to Sex

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Tell your significant other how you feel. Sex is certainly not an area to rush in to. Without taking proper precautions, the consequences can impact the rest of your life.

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   Don't give in to societal peer pressure. Don't fall under the impression that just because "everyone else is doing it", that you should do it too. Remember that many people are all "talk", and may brag about how much sex they may be getting, when the truth is only a fraction of what they are actually telling you. Their insincerity in the matter is not a worthwhile reason to change your beliefs altogether.
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   Don't give in to pressure from your significant other. If they say, "If you really loved me you would", you must recognize that they are most likely trying to manipulate you. Manipulation, particularly when it comes to sex, is not a sign of a healthy relationship, and you should reconsider your relationships standing. If your significant other truly cares about you, he or she will respect your wish not to rush into sex.
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   Defend your reasons for not wishing to have sex. Here are some reasons to defend your argument:
   
   
   • "I don't want to risk an STD." Sexually transmitted diseases are more common than meets the eye. While your chances of making contact with an individual with AIDS or HIV may be slimmer, realize that there are many other threats. Some of these include gonorrhea, syphilis, and genital herpes.
   • "I don't want to risk getting pregnant." Even if you are practicing sex safe sex and utilizing proper contraception, pregnancy is still a very realistic outcome. It is a serious matter, especially when you are not ready for it. Having a child can impact your life tremendously by costing not only your money, but also your time. It also gives rise to many other contemporary moral issues, such as deciding whether to keep the baby, or to undergo an abortion.
   • "I want to wait until I'm married." Whether a personal preference or a religious requirement, there is nothing wrong with preserving the sanctity of sex by waiting until you are married.
   • "I want to respect my parents' wishes." Remember that pregnancy is a life-altering experience. It will not only affect you, but also your family.