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Ok so what is the big secret Jenna doesn't want Matty to know? In tonight's "Awkward." episode, Jenna gets invited to read one of her essays at an open mic and Matty isn't invited -- continuing a streak of ups and downs in their relationship this season.
Their lack of communication led to some super sticky situations and put stress on their relationship. Having the self-confidence to speak up for yourself -- about what you are AND aren't ready for and comfortable with -- is essential to a healthy relationship. In collaboration with It's (Your) Sex Life, "Awkward." ladies Molly Tarlov and Jillian Rose Reed chat about why speaking your mind doesn't have to be awkward.
We asked Molly Tarlov why people relate to her character, Sadie. Sadie is pretty much the most terrifying cheerleader you've ever met. When she isn't putting her squad members in neck braces, she's putting them on diets. Sadie comes across very domineering and secure with herself, but Molly reveals that for all her talk (and F*** bombs!) girl is hurtin'. "She deals with a lot of insecurity…she's completely dependent on what other people think of her," Molly says. Speaking your mind and being honest is important for any relationship, but self-worth and self-confidence is the most important.
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Talking to your partner about waiting until you're ready to have sex is soooo important! Talking about it doesn't have to be awkward. Not talking about it until you're in a situation where you feel uncomfortable is awkward. If you're not ready--- for whatever reason -- - no biggie. There are tons of people out there who have decided they just aren't ready yet. It's completely up to you. It's YOUR sex life and you have the right to decide for yourself and have those decisions respected. Jillian agrees, "In high school, everyone thinks that everyone else is having sex. The truth of the matter is that only about half of the teenagers in high school are having sex…it's ok if you want to wait -- no one is going to judge you." And if your boyfriend or partner judges you for wanting to wait? "They shouldn't be your boyfriend," says Molly. And even if you've had sex before, you can change your mind at any time and decide you want to wait. You get to choose each and every time.
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If and when you do decide you are ready to have sex, talking to your partner about a protection plan -- for pregnancy and STIs -- doesn't have to be awkward. Having the self-confidence to talk openly and honestly about this stuff is essential. It can be tough; everyone needs an extra boost of confidence once in a while. #Twerking to Beyonce's latest is a scientifically proven method of doing so. Head on over to IYSL for more relationship tips by taking action below.
