Sexual Health
Saturday, January 17th, 2009We act (or not) based upon our thoughts and feelings. Action is always a choice (decision). Th e freedom to choose your behavior is mitigated by thoughts and feelings, but responsible and mature living mandates accountability for your behavior. Whereas feelings are not viewed as ethical (that is, not judged to be good or bad), behaviors are. Behaviors may be constructive or destructive depending on their eff ect on each individual and the relationship.
When sexually healthy, we act positively, passionately, cooperatively, joyfully about sex—and with self-discipline. We regulate sexuality to control impulses, as well as to be able to let go emotionally and experience sexual passion. Emotions or Feelings Emotions are chemical–electrical energy events in your body. You label this energy according to how you experience these physical sensations: fear, sadness, loneliness, panic, satisfaction, anger, worry, contentment, frustration, pleasure, irritability, excitement, anxiety, wonderment, confusion, shame, guilt, comfort, embarrassment, resentment, safety,levitra. Feelings are motivators that prompt, penalize, or reward action. Feelings are not themselves good or bad, right or wrong. Feelings infl uence the thoughts we have and the actions we take. Emotions can be positive or negative depending on how you subjectively experience them and how they infl uence your behavior. Understanding your feelings is crucial to prevent “emotional sexualization.” You can manage your impulses as well as invest your feelings in an intimate relationship.

