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Sex with Jewrotica – An Introduction

By on November 27, 2012
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One of the ways we can counteract these negative feelings of “shame and guilt” is by giving ourselves permission to explore the different facets of healthy sexual expression. So go ahead: explore the awkward, naughty, or romance categories of stories. You may find this activity to be incredibly liberating. Ultimately, the more comfortable you become with discovering and getting to know each facet of sexuality, the more empowered you may feel to take ownership (pride and increased self-esteem) of your body and communicate these desires to your partner.

Throughout the site, you will come across stories that explore sexual tension, dating, romance, love, dreams, and scandals. The entries are intended to be sensitive to your level of comfort, and so have a rating system (G, PG, R, XXX). Likewise, as the sex educator for Jewrotica.org, I would like you to feel comfortable with my column and want you to be aware of my own personal guidelines as it relates to my entries. The following are the inherent values that I abide by in all of my communications regarding sex and sexuality. This is my commitment to you.

    1. Sexuality is a natural and healthy part of living.
    2. Every person has dignity and self-worth.
    3. Individuals can express their sexuality in a variety of ways.
    4. Sexual relationships should be reciprocal, based on respect, and should never be coercive or exploitative.
    5. Every involvement with sexual behaviors (with another person) poses risk.

We are all sexual human beings, and whether you are having sex or not, gay or straight, married or single, my greatest hope is that your sexuality is expressed and received in a positive light (regardless of whether or not you keep the lights on in the bedroom!).

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Notes:

*Heavenly Sex: Sexuality in the Jewish Tradition by Dr. Ruth Westheimer and Jonathan Mark, Continuum Publishing Company, 1995

**A framework for understanding sexuality developed by Dr. Dennis Dailey; http://www.health.state.mn.us/topics/sexualhealth/circlesofsexuality.pdf

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Mara Yacobi is a Certified Sexuality Educator, Licensed Social Worker and Founder of JLove and Values. Mara lives in New Jersey with her family and dreams of becoming a talk show host and finding more hours in the day.
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