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What does it mean?
Any sexual expression is more natural than complete abstinence.
In plain terms
Doing something is better than nothing when it comes to sex.
What can you take from it?
Normalize diverse sexual expression.

Where it applies

  • education
  • therapy
  • personal reflection

Putting it to work

  • challenge shame
  • accept diversity
  • open dialogue

Questions to consider

  • How do you define natural behavior?
  • What sexual beliefs feel restrictive?

Another view

Abstinence can be a valid personal or cultural choice.

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