Mike DomitrzPresident, Author, and Speaker on Respect, The Center for Respect, Inc. · Author & Speaker on Respect for Schools, Corporations, & the Military since 1990 (has reached

Don't use religion as a reason not to discuss sex.

23 Jan 2024 · 1 min

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In this brief monologue, the speaker asks whether religion can influence discussions about sex and answers affirmatively. They outline the common religious prescription—particularly within Christianity—to wait until marriage and to abstain from sex. The speaker then narrows the focus to Catholicism, noting a historical expectation that married Catholics should have many children. By highlighting that the Catholic Church teaches married couples to create life, the speaker argues that Catholicism is not anti‑sex; rather, it frames sexual activity within the context of marriage and procreation. The overall point is that religion, especially Catholic doctrine, should not be used as a blanket reason to avoid talking about sex.

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Can religion have a massive impact on this conversation, yes or no? Yes. Yes, it can. What does religion say about sex? Yep. Wait till marriage. That's the timeline. What else does it say? Yep. Don't do it. Now, which religion are you talking about? Christianity? And is there a certain one within Christianity you think thinks that more? Some people think certain— one religion within Christianity might think that more. Who do you think it is? Catholicism. Now here's the weird part about that. Married Catholic people back in the day were expected to have tons of kids. So clearly, is that anti-sex? No. No, it's not. In fact, the Catholic Church says if you agree to get married, you're supposed to create life. So it is not against sex.