Worth the Wait


Sex is everywhere: TV, movies, magazines, and advertisements. You name it, sex is there and glamorized to the fullest. The problem is that sex has been portrayed as this nonchalant act without discretion, significance, or value.

People are growing up to believe that abstinence is a fossilized concept that has no place in modern-day society. The consequences of pre-marital sex are minimized and the option of abstinence laughed at. Regardless of what you are hearing and seeing, abstinence is not only an option, but a great one at that.

According to an article by The Christian Institute, saving yourself for marriage leads to big rewards, including: better communication, relationship stability, relationship satisfaction, and sexual quality. Read the whole article here.

What are your thoughts about these findings? How about from your own personal experiences?



About

Ashley McIlwain, M.A., is a Marriage and Family Therapist, speaker, and writer. She is the founder and C.E.O. of the non-profit organization, Foundation Restoration, and blog LittleWifey.com, which are comprehensive resources committed to restoring the very foundation of society - marriage. She is committed to and passionate about helping relationships thrive. Ashley holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Palm Beach Atlantic University and a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy from Azusa Pacific University. Ashley previously served as Managing Editor for StartMarriageRight.com where she helped launch and develop the website into a hub for premarital preparation. Currently she and her husband, Steve, reside in Southern California.


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