Follow your gut instinct, that’s what it’s there for. So, if you’ve asked the questions and you still feel uneasy about the information that your partner has shared with you, then do not move forward in a sexual relationship. That uneasiness that you’re feeling is your intuition trying to let you know that something is not exactly right with the situation. If you move forward, you may be putting yourself in harm’s way. Take the time to explore your feelings, assess the situation and make a healthy and informed decision. Above all, keep yourself safer. Having sex is a decision that should not be taken lightly.
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