I want to share my thoughts about it
Hi there! I wanted to share some thoughts; I’m a 24F and I’m a virgin. I feel like, my whole life, the idea of virginity has been linked to the idea of love,that you couldn't lose the former without at least having or feeling a bit of the latter. Obviously, I feel like this was influenced by romance movies, TV shows, books, and the ideals I built up in my head. I often spiral into a loop of questions and fears because, the older I get and the more I think about it and I realize I don't want to go on without experiencing a sexual or intimate encounter with someone. But I wonder if I just have to like the person? Does it have to be love? Or can it just be trust? Maybe a sense of security? I’ve had opportunities where I could have just gone with the flow and had that experience, but deep down, the fears keep resurfacing what if I regret it? What if we just spend one night together and then the connection is cut off? What if having sex makes me get emotionally attached to that person, and then I don't want to have that experience with anyone else?
It’s worth noting that my self-confidence fluctuates, but deep down, I know I’m someone who is worth it.
I don't know if this post makes sense, but I wanted to share it and hear your opinions or see if you had any advice for me.