If you’re stressed about getting pregnant or infected with an STD, don’t worry! There’s an easy solution - abstinence!
Abstinence means different things for different people. For some it may mean no vaginal or anal sexual intercourse, but kissing and oral sex is okay. For others, it means no sexual activity of any kind, including kissing. Whatever it means to you, abstinence is a great way to protect you from being exposed to the possible risks associated with sex, such as unwanted pregnancy and STD infections.
Sound boring? Far from it! You can still have fun with your partner without having sex:
- Get active! Engaging in physical activity with your partner let’s you release sexual frustrations in a healthy way. It also releases endorphins, which makes you feel happy and helps you and your partner stay in shape!
- Hang out with friends - The more the merrier! Hanging out with friends also acts as a great distraction when you are feeling really strong sexual urges.
- Mutual masturbation - mutual masturbation is a great way to get close to your partner emotionally without getting physical. Not to mention it helps reduce your stress and improve your mood!
For more information on abstinence, visit plannedparenthood.org and check out this video!