The stubborn facts about saving sex: Doing things God’s way works
May 7, 2023
In an age so defined by consumer choice and product reviews, it has become intuitive to embrace the “try before you buy” motto in most areas of life. For some decisions, however, those rules simply do not work. A growing body of research suggests that romantic relationships should not be approached in the same way as buying a new car or choosing a cellphone provider.
It is often assumed in our post-sexual-revolution society that you should not commit romantically to a person unless you are sure they are “compatible,” especially sexually compatible. This idea is now firmly entrenched, particularly for young adults. As Brad Wilcox, director of the National Marriage Project, tweeted recently, “Most of my students think cohabitation is a good way to prepare for marriage. They are shocked after reading the science on this.”
