How do I say “No” to my partner?

Be honest and straightforward with your partner—before things get hot and heavy. Find a time to talk privately. Know what you want to say before you sit down to talk. You could start by telling your honey how you feel about your relationship, maybe discuss the things you like about your partner and the two of you together. This will help your partner to know that your decision to steer clear of sex isn’t a rejection. It’s an important personal choice.

Then explain why you want to wait to have sex. You don’t need to defend your decision, just share your feelings so your partner understands why a sexual relationship isn’t right for you right now. You should also know your sexual boundaries.  Is kissing OK, but other touching isn't? How far are you willing to go sexually? Set limits.

If you two are together because you're totally into each other, then letting your partner know how you feel should only bring you closer (if it doesn't, then you have to wonder how good the relationship was to begin with). Whatever you do, never give up what you think is right for the sake of a relationship.

Your Comments

its no hard to say no

Posted by: LOCA on Mar 22nd, 2008 8:56pm

you just need to explain too ur patherner you are not ready
and tell him or her that you dont feel oh kay doing that wen
you are nor ready thats is not hard to tell ur patherner

RE: i posted HELP

Posted by: DanR on Dec 18th, 2007 2:45pm

I am sorry to hear that you are going through this. Again,
I would say it is not a good idea for you to be alone with
this guy. Regardless of what people want from you, it does
not mean you must do what they say. If you feel unsafe
around him, listen to your inner voice and don't be a lone
with him – ever! It's always better to be safer than end
up a victim. Please make a decision that is right for you,
not for anyone else.

i posted HELP

Posted by: hotT1234 on Dec 17th, 2007 12:40am

thanx for the responce....he told me yesterday that im a hor
and that im giving it to everyone but him. He said that i
need to come to his house tomoro and work this out....i
think if i just sleep with him it will all be ok...im
scared...hes a lot stronger than me...he said that thats all
my friends , there mostly guys, want from me...its
true...now there all ovr me and i dont kno what to do...ive
lost my only gf..because her boyfriend was all over me!
pleez help!!!

RE: HELP!!!

Posted by: DanR on Dec 13th, 2007 2:58pm

Both of your comments are very serious, and I am sorry to
hear that he's doing this to you. You should NEVER be alone
with this guy. It is important that you know that it is
rape once a girl says "no" and a guy continues to be
physical against her wishes, even if it is a guy you know.
This is not your fault, and you should talk to a parent or
school counselor, or get information from this site:
www.rainn.org. If you feel you are in immediate danger, you
can also call 911. Please take care.

HELP!!!

Posted by: hotT1234 on Dec 12th, 2007 11:43pm

What if you say no but he won't listen....what if he keeps
coming..and you cant stop him...what if he goes to far?
Lets just say i'm not a virgin anymore!! What if even after
he takes that he's not done with you...every day! Please
comment on this question with answers to mine.

no simplies thing in the world

Posted by: odette1989 on Mar 15th, 2007 10:24pm

well i am currently in a relationship been in one for over a
year..and before i started dating him i told him i had no
intension of having sex that i wanted a relationship based
on something..else..and he understood..now if the guy
doens't like it when you say no then ...he ain't worth it
and its time for you to find someone taht is

Saying No!

Posted by: sjs on Jan 4th, 2007 4:04pm

Saying no to anyone can be hard, especially your partner or
someone you care for. If you decise to, i suggest you beware
of the consequences...some one may be hurt, or you may
regret it. In the end it is your choice! and if you care
about one another (if its your partner) then talking about
it helps...allowing you to redifne what you want from one
another.Either way be careful, and good luck in whatever you
decide to do.

Its hard to say NO

Posted by: fairybabyjenn on Dec 2nd, 2006 8:21pm

When i startred having sex my parents freaked and they told
me i could never see him again. I tried saying "NO" Im was
going to be with him, But in the long run they are older and
they told me what I could and couldnt do. They cut off my
phone line, and grounded me to my room and nailed my windows
shut. So me and my Boyfriend ended breaking up over my
parents. saying no only works sometimes.

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