Quote From: dianedbSex...it destroyed my youth, restricted me in marriage...then I found a man who thought I was the most amazing and beautiful creature that ever lived, and it unlocked my sexual freedom. I just couldn't get enough of the intense hours of love making. Unfortunately, after 2 years, I realized there was nothing else that I liked about him. I learned that sex isn't enough. Now years later, I am seeing a pattern of women being free to express themselves sexually, but when they want to settle with that one special man, the baggage of past partners is an issue to get over before an amazing relationship can happen...me included. So I have come to the conclusion that the idea of "giving yourself freely" should not mean you can have my body for free. Women have to remember that giving of their mind, body and soul is a precious gift. It should be given only with serious thought and consideration...and only to someone worthy of having the precious gift. You can't discover if someone is worthy of all of you in just one night or even in a few weeks. You have to be able to see that person in many different situations, to see how he handles life. Then you must decide, " Is this the person I want as a witness to my life?" Does he deal with situations in a way I can accept? Does he treat me in a manner that is acceptable to me no matter where we are and who is around? Does he respect my boundaries and does he have good healthy boundaries? If you don't know about some of these things I have written, I suggest you read a good book to help you out. You are too special to just give yourself to anyone. If you have been doing this...it is never too late to change. I used to feel like used goods...now I know how much I am worth and no one is ever going to get me for cheap again. This applies to men too. There are good and bad men and women out there. No discrimination. Think about your worth, bring up your expectations, when you are well matched with someone and it is not based on sex...the amazing sex will happen because you will feel free to explore and be yourself with that person. That's where good books can help iron out little kinks. Sorry, I haven't read Kim's books. I heard the first one was good. Hope to read the second one. Sex can be fun, great and healthy, but I much prefer intense, spiritual love making.  
Love yourself the way you want others to love you... 
Right on! :)
"Sex can be fun, great and healthy, but I much prefer intense, spiritual love making."
Just out of curiousity, why not have both? It really all depends on the mood at the moment.