by WhyNotDelay | Jun 19, 2024 | Abstinence, Relationships
Boundaries are important in relationships. Knowing what you are and are not okay with and communicating those things to others can seem like a difficult task. Here are some steps to help you establish boundaries, communicate them clearly, and build healthy...
by IvoryGorilla | Feb 8, 2023 | Abstinence, Relationships, Risky Behavior
Written by one of our Why Not Presenters “I’d like to tell you a story of how I came to be. It involves two loving parents who I appreciate very much. The thing is, they were never married. They were in a dating relationship when I was born and stayed together for the...
by IvoryGorilla | Oct 19, 2022 | Abstinence, Risky Behavior, Sexually Transmitted Infections, Unexpected Pregnancy
Written by one of our Why Not presenters “A concept taught in Why Not that I’m passionate about is abstinence from sexual activity. “Back before I became a Why Not presenter, I had heard that abstinence was the best option. However, that piece of advice...
by IvoryGorilla | Jul 27, 2022 | Abstinence, Relationships, Renewed Abstinence, Risky Behavior, Top Blogs
A story from one of our Why Not presenters “I remember going through training to present for Why Not and hearing that 2/3 of students who engaged in sex and sexual activity regretted their decision and wish they would have waited longer. Of all of the...
by IvoryGorilla | Feb 22, 2022 | Abstinence, Top Blogs
We received a question from a student wondering why we are called ‘Why Not’. First, it is important to know what ‘Why Not’ is before we explain what ‘Why Not’ means. What is Why Not? Why Not is a Sexual Risk Avoidance education program that teaches intermediate...
by IvoryGorilla | Jul 27, 2021 | Abstinence, Relationships, Risky Behavior, Top Blogs
57% of teens search out porn at least monthly. (https://www.covenanteyes.com/pornstats/) Porn is often promoted as fun, casual, healthy, and educational. In reality, there are serious risks associated with pornography. Porn consumption leads to addiction, a distorted...
