*Sigh* The Dating Scene

[a completely inoffensive name]

Err, yes of course I do. That is not to say, pleasure is not a big incentive.
I believe I was twelve when my mother (both my parents are physicians) gave me the first talking to about sex (I wasn’t active at the time, don’t get any ideas) – she was mainly concerned with informing me about every risk in detail and how to avoid them, yet she also delicately outlined the necessity for a good sex life.
Building up on that through disparate lectures at various points in my life, I do go through life with the knowledge that not having sex is very unhealthy for me, and that it will negatively affect my professional performance and social interactions.

Well, I guess you got me there. If you really are having casual sex so you can stay healthy, (I assume you make sure that doesn't backfire by getting an STD), then it isn't completely pointless on a physical level. However, as I explained, I wasn't stressing the physical part.

P.S. Oh and you've no idea how insidious stress proves to be; it's almost impossible to self-asses the degree to which you're experiencing it.

I disagree about that. I don't know what your job is, maybe you are a surgeon and really do take on the stress, but if I take a moment to collect myself and try to be more aware of what I am feeling and acting, I can tell how off key I am due to the stress. I got my finals starting monday, so it isn't like I am sitting here completely chill.

Then what are you talking about? Because any sort of negative biological repercussion is totally avoidable.

Ok so you got a safe that has something valuable inside that you want, maybe even need. You got time, and a stethoscope to carefully work out what the combo might be. OR, you got a bunch of dynamite that can blow the entire door to smithereens and you, if you are not careful. Both of these tactics work, but one is more volatile and has a greater chance of hurting you. Do you see what I am trying to say with this ridiculous analogy?

EDIT: Unfortunately, it is way too late for me to be up longer. I need 8 hours of sleep and I need to study for at least 8 hours tomorrow. I will read any responses tomorrow and try to reply as soon as possible.