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What is Sexuality? a question asked by many teens all over the world. Sexuality is a topic that is both hard to define and talk about for most teens. Too often Sex and Sexuality are confused; this is a big mistake. Sexual intercourse involves sexual actions. You do not have to have sex to be assured of your sexuality. Sexuality is merely a part of nature's many gifts. Being able to identify your sexual desires and react to them positively can make for a happier life; but do not be alarmed if you are unsure or those desires. "You are young you have time" according to Lance Dronkers Coordinator/Adolescent Sexual Health Initiative. "You can not really know your sexuality overnight. You have to feel it out, don't rush into anything you are unsure of, take your time".

Trying to define your sexuality does not have to make you less of a person, in fact it makes you more of a person. As mentioned before, dealing with sexuality is not easy. Any person both young and old may have difficulty facing their sexuality; but stepping into battle with your fear or concerns about sexuality must be commended. Ways to overcome your uncertainties concerning sexuality varies, but the best ways include: Having open honest dialogue with someone you are totally comfortable with. Make sure that you receive accurate information and lastly make sure both your ideas, opinions and the person who you talking with are unbias.

Erika Niwa, Senior Trainer of Global Kids, suggests that it is easier to talk to someone that is of the same gender because you can relate more to that person due to the common grounds of gender shared. "The worst thing you can do to yourself is think that you choose your sexuality" according to Erika. This misconception will allow you to feel guilty about your sexual preference. We all know guilt is not a good feeling; so STOP bashing yourself, your preference or desires is something you have no control over.

Shantelle Songster, a teenage, remembers giving her friends advice about relationships, especially when concerning sexual activities. Shantelle always tells her friends to think before acting out their emotions. "Nothing is worst than regretting your behavior". Always think, never just go with the flow but if you do always use protection".

Homosexuality and Heterosexuality what is the difference? Homosexuality is the desire have relations with the same sex, while Heterosexuality is the desire to have relations the opposite sex. A 1970 Kinsey study showed that at least 60% of American men and 30% of American women have had at least intentional homosexual experience by age 15 (Mcoy, Kathy The Teenage Body Book pg. 155)Although you know or think you know your sexual preference it maybe just a phase. Some people marry have children and realize that they are homosexual. No matter what sex you prefer, happiness is the key to understanding and coming to terms with your sexuality. Sexuality is a difficult subject to understand and talk about, just remember that you have control over your actions and the choices you make.

Shantelle Songster a teenage remembers giving her friends advice about relationships, especially when concerning sexual activities. Shantelle always tells her friends to think before acting out their emotions. "nothing is worst than regretting your behavior". Always think, never just go with the flow but if you do always use protection.

Homosxuality and heterosexuality what is the difference? Homosexuality is the desire to have relations with the same sex, while Heterosexuality is the desire to have relations with the opposite sex. A 1970 Kinsey study showed that at least 60% of American men and 30% of American women have had at least intentional homosexual experience by age 15 (Mcoy, Kathy The Teenage Body Book pg. 155)Although you know or think you know your sexual preference it maybe just a phase. Some people marry have children and realize that they are homosexual. No matter what sex you prefer, happiness is the key to understanding and coming to terms with your sexuality. Sexuality is a difficult subject to understand and talk about, just remember that you have control over your actions and the choices you make.