Playing the Game

"I am doing what most American women have forgotten how to do, I am holding out until I get the respect that I deserve." Jason (The Game)

The sitcom, The Game returned to television last night after a long absence. While watching, I was struck by the above listed quote by the ball player. He was previously a star but felt disrespected by his team. He had decided to hold out for a contract that he could appreciate, one that compensated his talent and experience.

Although he was referring to his contract, what he said about American women was profound, and it really stayed with me. The statement is so true, it's sad! The good majority of American women barely hold out for a meal, let alone a marriage! I don't feel the need to bog us down with statistics because it isn't necessary.

Girls, we know that most of our friends will sleep with a man under any circumstance. He might be married, or my favorite, separated. She may have one of those "no strings attached" arrangements. The notion of saving sex for love does not exist, so waiting for marriage isn't even an option for most young women today.

The standards are low, and the consequences are extreme. Yet, in spite of the risks and repercussions, promiscuity abounds. Women need to return to being standard bearers. Stop sleeping with multiple men. Hold out until we get the respect that we deserve. In order to earn respect, we must act and dress respectfully and adhere to the highest precepts. We have a choice.