How do I tell the new person I'm dating that I'm not having sex right now?
I'm nervous about telling the person I'm dating that I'm not having sex right now.
First and foremost, make sure you talk to them before you are in the process of getting hot and heavy. Second, you might want to think before you talk about exactly how you want to explain your choice. Be honest about your reasons and clear about what you are and aren’t comfortable doing. If they’re a good match for you, they’ll respect your choice.
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