10 Reasons to Say No to Having Sex

3. Am I considering saying yes to prove something to someone?

Dr. Bruggeman feels that a lot of young women (and some young men) have sex because they think sex is the best way to show a person the love they feel, and having sex will guarantee that person will love them back. Becoming involved in a sexual relationship does not guarantee a commitment or a relationship, no matter how much you hope that it might.

Does he claim that you're causing him physical pain by not having sex with him? Are you afraid to lose him if you don't have sex with him? Do you think sex will make your relationship better? Examine your reasons for considering sex, and don't let someone talk you into having sex before you're ready.

If you're hearing lines like like the ones below, your partner may be trying to manipulating you into a saying yes:
"If you really loved me…"
"Show me how much you love me…"
"Let me show you how much I love you…"
"What's the matter? Are you scared?"