What is Abstinence

Sexual abstinence is the practice of voluntarily refraining from some or all aspects of sexual activity. Common reasons to deliberately abstain from the physical expression of sexu...

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Abstinence as rebellion
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I think that in this day and age of free and easy sex without any thought given to spiritual connection, true love, and commitment, that the best way to rebel against ones parents, the establishment, and your school and friends is to not have sex.

It is like not having a tattoo, body piercings, using drugs, drinking alcohol, or having a DUI on your record.

Does anybody else have a thought? Disagree or agree?
Posted on 07/16/07, 04:07 pm
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Reply #11 - 01/02/08  2:56am
" Wow... that speaks to me.

That may be in part why I've waited. In part.
To assert my individuality. "
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Reply #12 - 01/02/08  11:18pm
" I agree. I think it definitely gets people thinking. Hopefully they come to a positive conclusion, and maybe reflect on their own choices. "
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Reply #13 - 01/03/08  5:13pm
" I agree too.
I think thats another reason why I am a virgin. Its so many reasons why I am a virgin. "
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Reply #14 - 07/15/08  8:54pm
" Totally agree--abstinence is one of the last ways to truly be counter-cultural. "
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