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Sex education in our high schools often spends quite a bit of
time discussing diseases and pregnancy prevention, but not so much about the
meaning of sexual intimacy. Yet if we truly want to motivate teens to make smart
decisions, don’t we have to help them to understand how too early sex damages
lasting emotional bonding and real intimacy?
The Real Deal on Love, Relationships and Marriage,
three video/DVD series is a valuable new tool
to help educators initiate discussions about healthy relationships, stages of
intimacy, and the documented benefits of marriage.
The REAL DEAL DVD/video series tells the real deal about:
- Healthy vs. unhealthy relationships
- Stages of Attraction and Intimacy
- Marriage– Benefits and Challenges
- The personal story of Real Deal host Yvonne Harvey Williams
- What are warning signs of an abusive relationship?
- Is Living Together a good way to see if someone is marriage material?
- What to look for in a date, or a potential marriage partner!
- Is divorce the only solution to a troubled marriage?
- How to prepare for a marriage that will last a lifetime!
The REAL DEAL has 9 segments on a DVD or three video series for discussion
groups of teens, unmarried singles, as well as couples. Top experts on marriage
and relationships include:
Maggie Gallagher, Pat Love, Michael & Harriet McManus, Steve Stosny, Michelle
Weiner-Davis, Nisa Muhammed, Rozario Slack, Tom & Beverly Rodgers, John Van
Epp. Discussion questions at end of each section are also included in a 5 page
discussion guide.
What others say about The Real Deal!
- “I wish I had this video when I was younger, before I got married.”
- “I really identified with the ‘Love Cocktail’ part.”
- “Put the DVD in the player and could not stop watching it, very compelling!”
- “Great job, keep up the great work, this is very important info!”
- “Many couples would improve or enhance their relationships if they would see
and apply the information shared on the video!”
What a teacher says about showing of “The Real Deal” in a High School Health
Class:
"From the first moment they began viewing the video until we finished 3
lessons later, they were engaged, asking questions and responding to issues raised
as well as being extremely attentive and well behaved. Their interactions were
very thoughtful and I was quite impressed by the seriousness with which they
took in the material, often reflecting on relationships they had seen or been
involved in. They began to see healthier choices and that they had the power
to create more positive outcomes. The material brought up many issues relevant
to their lives and they could feel free to ask questions on how to resolve
issues. I have been told by guidance counselors that students feel more open to
seeking their services, which they believe will help to cut down on much of
the high risk behavior facing their student population."
Here are some comments written by students:
- “What I liked most about this class in about the different levels of
attraction and love. The reason why is because attraction relates to my relationship
and really made me think”(female)
- “The thing I mostly like about this program is that you get to learn about
all the harmful conditions that can occur so that you can know ahead of
time.”(female)
- “I have learned about the progression of love and being intimate with someone
and what order it should be.”(male)
- “The program deals with actual facts and information. Are there any more
classes offered after school in the area?”(female)
- “I liked the most the advice given on keeping a healthy intimate relat
ionship.”(male)
- “I liked knowing that there are teens like me and they’re going through the
same situations.”(male)
- “I like that they interviewed all those married couples. Yes, I learned that
it is good to have a happy relationship. I think they should let adults
watch ”(male)
- “This was very informative. They were realistic about life.”(male)
- “What I liked most was that the Real Deal is telling us how to have a smart
relationship and how to do good (well) in life.”(female)
- “It explained how to have an ever-lasting relationship.”(female)
- “I liked when we learned that marriage is best for love and for the children
so that the children don’t blame themselves for a divorce or problem.”(female)
To order a copy, please send an e-mail to Real Deal
View video clips from The Real Deal at the Culture Machine website website.
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