Consider the Consequences
IF YOU WAIT UNTIL MARRIAGE, YOU CAN:
Know that a person likes you because of who you are and not because you will go all the way
Have self-respect and respect from others because of standing firm and accomplishing a goal
Know trust, honesty and patience
Experience peace of mind
Develop true intimacy
Have a clear conscience
Have healthy relationships
Discover the true meaning of love
Share a bond with your spouse that no one else has shared
Focus on communication skills and develop non-sexual relationships
Have a solid foundation as you enter marriage
Look forward to a very special honeymoon!
Adapted from Choices/Teen Awareness, Inc.
IF YOU DONT WAIT, ARE YOU READY FOR:
EMOTIONAL HEARTACHES
Guilt
Regrets
Loss of self-respect
Depression
Suicidal thoughts
Ruined relationships
Anger
PREGNANCY
Immediate marriage
Adoption (to give your baby to another family)
Single parenthood
Abortions consequences (read stories about dangerous and deadly abortions pgs. 16-19)
STDS AND OTHER HEALTH PROBLEMS
AIDS
Syphilis
Gonorrhea
Herpes
Chlamydia
Genital warts
Vaginal infections
Sterility risks
Cervical cancer
Breast cancer
(WARNING! Even if you use contraceptives, youre still at risk for heartaches, pregnancy and STDs.)
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