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19. is only one part of intimacy.

Trust matters.

Communication matters.

Respect matters.

So does the ability to discuss uncomfortable subjects.

A partner who respects you should be willing to talk about contraception, STI testing, boundaries, and consent.

These conversations may not feel romantic, but they demonstrate responsibility.

20. Make Informed Decisions Rather Than Fearful Ones
    The internet often frames sex in extremes.

One headline says sex is dangerous.

Another promises that a particular method makes everything completely safe.

Neither approach is particularly helpful.

The reality is somewhere in between.

Sex can carry risks.

Those risks can often be reduced.

Understanding them