Misconceptions About Sex (2)
By Ebere Ameh Here is the concluding part of the common misconceptions about sex that we started in the last edition. Different people and cultures have different misconceptions that are to a large extent, detrimental to their sexual and indeed optimum health. As noted in that edition, the essence of the write up is to sift the grain from the chaff, with the help of experts, and enable you make wise decisions. Enjoy... MYTH: 4. If you really loved him or her, you’d want to sleep with them. FACT: Loving someone and being ready to have sex with them are two different things. If you know you love someone deeply, try to concentrate on other ways to express it until you both know you’re ready. If someone you love is pressuring you to take that step, and possibly even threatening to dump you if you don’t, it says a lot about how they love you back. Intimacy is about communication, trust, and respect. In the end, if he or she really loves you, they’ll be willing to wait. MYTH: 5....