Each issue carries an imprimatur from the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. This Youth Update helps you consider whether you are in love and how to express that love if and when you are. Know the difference between infatuation and love. Infatuation can, but may not be, part of a loving relationship.
Infatuation can draw two people together, but friendship sustains a love relationship.
If you think you are in love, Youth Update offers five important questions to help you be sure. Dating includes the responsibility of sexual decision-making. This decision-making starts when you decide whether or not to hold someone's hand or to kiss them goodnight, so you need to carefully consider your own beliefs, values and future goals before you even start dating. If you wait until you are on a date to think about your values and the choices you should make, you most likely will not be able to think clearly. If you feel secure in your values and decisions before you date, it will be easier to communicate these to your date.