abstinence

Even when I was studying medicine or selling knives door-to-door in Maryland or teaching about abstinence in Mississippi or rallying and pushing kids about the importance of education here and there.

“And given that relapse is common in abstinence, you need harm reduction along with it.”

Golden said she would try to find alternate housing for someone who gives up on abstinence.

"Because Friday was the day of the crucifixion, Fridays were always regarded as a day of penance and abstinence," he said.

Along with her fiancé, they have committed to abstinence until after their wedding.