MASTURBATION

'The folly of masturbation (as well as recreational sex) is that it silences the urge to love. The individual aborts an opportunity for growth and ends up being more empty and more lonely. Though masturbation can numb the yearning for intimacy, its satisfaction is momentary and not growth-orientated. Masturbation turns oneself inward, making one intimate with self while impeding one's true longing: authentic intimacy with another.' 

William F Kraft, Whole and Holy Sexuality, p.105. 

SEX

'The yearning for union (the spiritual dimension) is the primary but hidden reason for any sexual activity, even recreational sex.' 

William F Kraft, Whole and Holy Sexuality, p.101. 

TEMPTATION

'Alcoholics Anonymous has an acronym called HALT. It is a reminder that when one is Hungry (in whatever way), Angry, Lonely, or Tired, it is time to be careful. This advice is relevant not only to alcoholism but to any problem.'  

William F Kraft, Whole and Holy Sexuality, p.88. 

DISCIPLINE

'Discipline is both popular and unpopular today. On the one hand, discipline is glorified as the necessary condition for physical well-being, intellectual and career development, and spiritual growth. On the other hand, mass media, culture, and some individuals promote immediate gratification and a general flight from pain.' 

William F Kraft, Whole and Holy Sexuality, p.84. 

SEXUALITY

'Sexuality is a sign that we are more than individuals, that we tend toward community.' 

William F Kraft, Whole and Holy Sexuality, p.60. 

CHASTITY

'...chastity is culturally interpreted as an impediment or repression of sexuality. In fact, chastity promotes and nourishes healthy behavior for it combats our tendencies to be selfish, exploitative, and manipulative.

Consider chastity in its basic sense as respectful and unconditional concern.' 

William F Kraft, Whole & Holy Sexuality: How to Find Human and Spiritual Integrity as a Sexual Person, p.55.