Summer is a blast, but too much fun and games could present some not cool situations. Follow these nine tips for a great and SAFE summer. Party Safety
Always have safe sex. If you plan on being sexually active this summer (gasp!), having safe sex would be in your best interest. "Doing it" the safe way includes using condoms or other contraceptives. Not only will this safe sex practice prevent you girls from getting pregnant this summer, it will also protect you and your partner from contracting any STDs. The only way to avoid all of these things is to refrain from having sex entirely.
Never drive drunk. Whether you're heading to or from a party, driving drunk (or even buzzed) is always dangerous and always a bad idea. Driving drunk should be avoided at all costs. It could end up costing you your life - or someone else's - can you live with that?
Always try to make smart decisions. What would you do if you were offered a "swig" or "hit" of some unknown substance at a party? If someone offered you a "party pill" or an invitation to some place more "private" would you reject it? Sure, you want to be spontaneous, but in the heat of your search for excitement, a bad decision could be made. You will be cool to your real friends even if you reject drugs and other bad and dangerous pastimes. Weeding out bad buddies early on will help you in the long run.
Bottom line: Think twice before making a decision that you might spend much of your life regretting.
