My first sexual encounter is what changed me the most, in both positive and negative ways. Many people take sex for granted. Others see it as dirty, disgraceful, or wrong. In either circumstance, people fail to see the power and beauty of it. My view is neither of these. In some cases, people have sex purely for the physical pleasure. Others do it because they feel unloved or are starved of affection (I do not …showed first 75 words of 391 total…

…showed last 75 words of 391 total…emotional damage. I have learned that extreme caution should be taken prior to getting sexually involved with a person. The consequences, and what you hope to achieve, must be thoroughly examined to avoid doing harm to yourself or others. If done responsibly, it can be a rewarding experience. Sex is a substantial part of life. It has the power to crush, hurt, and traumatize as well as make relationships stronger, better, and more meaningful. Page 2