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a natural law approach to intimate relationships
1 online resource (xviii, 299 pages) : illustrations
Informal customs are the casual norms for most young adults in matters of sexual intimacy. Unfortunately, the sexual revolution has not proven to be as beneficial to women as was once thought and young men enjoy themselves without preparing themselves to be husbands and fathers. In this book, Piderit argues that a natural law approach to morality provides a grounded pathway toward marriage, and shows why these fairly traditional practices help young people find a partner to whom he or she can realistically promise love "until death do us part." Any effective culture consists of pract.
An aptitude for excellence -- Part 1. The framework. Self-evident human aspirations -- Constraints, discipline, and happiness -- The illusion of morality free zones -- Theory and practice -- Moral guidance in human nature -- Experiencing the natural law -- Sin : moral mistakes -- Bitter human failings -- Fundamental values -- Progress -- Pursuing the fundamental values -- Getting it together -- Part 2. Avoiding corrosive actions and promoting friendship. Drinking and drugs : looking out for yourself and your friends -- Sexual activity outside of marriage -- Girls, boys, and teenagers -- Movies, moms, and norms for teenagers -- Sex and the fundamental values -- Living in and moving out -- Sex, contraceptives, and children -- Sexual variations and misdirections -- Unnatural interests -- Same sex orientation -- Part 3. Moral skills and religious practice. Why doesn't everyone agree with natural law? -- The Christian difference -- Basic strategies in modern relationships -- Basic moral skills -- Blindness to noncommitment -- Moral skills and religious commitment -- Temptation and religious commitment -- Courtship and sexual deferment -- Unwanted changes -- Changing one's moral practices.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 285-286) and index.