World AIDS Day 2018
World AIDS Day 2018
We have come a long way as far as HIV/AIDS is concerned. We have seen Africa become a victim to the virus, infecting and killing young children, tearing many families apart.
This World Aids Day let us celebrate life and how far technological advancements have come in saving many lives. HIV for many years was seen as a death sentence but today in 2018 we have seen how it can be managed and treated. I would like to encouarge lots of love and positive spirits this year for those living with HIV.
Dating is difficult. It is hard for everyone and that is without factoring in such concerns as when to disclosae your HIV status or the stigma attached to the virus. You’re not only imagining the candlelit romance of your first kiss, you’re picturing his or her face when you disclose. If your date is HIV negative, you’re also thinking about how he or she will react. These situations can be tough to navigate and often lead to missing out on love.
First, the basics haven’t changed: Know yourself before you start. If/when you don’t know who you are, it is impossible to describe yourself, physically, mentally, emotionally and financially. If you don’t know who you are, you won’t be able to market yourself, and dating falls under marketing.
Second, every interaction with someone has dating potential, which means that when you meet someone for work, at work, especially doing something that you enjoy or shopping at the grocery store, the hardware store, he might be there, be the one. Just don’t forget why you are encountering this person.
While many young South Africans keep their HIV status a scret, it should not be the reason for neglegence and carelessnesses. Showing the next person that you care for them is more than just a disclosure, but the freedom that comes with not having to carry that burden is remarkleable. Do not hold back on life's joys and happiness. We have come a long way as a nation to fight against the virus and the stigma often attached to it to let it be the reason we dont find love.
A healthy and long life is not so far fetched anymore. A new day brings hope for those infected and affected.
Get tested. Condomise. Live life.
xx
AndyPouts
We have come a long way as far as HIV/AIDS is concerned. We have seen Africa become a victim to the virus, infecting and killing young children, tearing many families apart.
This World Aids Day let us celebrate life and how far technological advancements have come in saving many lives. HIV for many years was seen as a death sentence but today in 2018 we have seen how it can be managed and treated. I would like to encouarge lots of love and positive spirits this year for those living with HIV.
Dating is difficult. It is hard for everyone and that is without factoring in such concerns as when to disclosae your HIV status or the stigma attached to the virus. You’re not only imagining the candlelit romance of your first kiss, you’re picturing his or her face when you disclose. If your date is HIV negative, you’re also thinking about how he or she will react. These situations can be tough to navigate and often lead to missing out on love.
First, the basics haven’t changed: Know yourself before you start. If/when you don’t know who you are, it is impossible to describe yourself, physically, mentally, emotionally and financially. If you don’t know who you are, you won’t be able to market yourself, and dating falls under marketing.
Second, every interaction with someone has dating potential, which means that when you meet someone for work, at work, especially doing something that you enjoy or shopping at the grocery store, the hardware store, he might be there, be the one. Just don’t forget why you are encountering this person.
While many young South Africans keep their HIV status a scret, it should not be the reason for neglegence and carelessnesses. Showing the next person that you care for them is more than just a disclosure, but the freedom that comes with not having to carry that burden is remarkleable. Do not hold back on life's joys and happiness. We have come a long way as a nation to fight against the virus and the stigma often attached to it to let it be the reason we dont find love.
A healthy and long life is not so far fetched anymore. A new day brings hope for those infected and affected.
Get tested. Condomise. Live life.
xx
AndyPouts
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