Being together with someone you really like can be great, but life isn’t all about going out with someone.

If you do choose to be part of a relationship, remember that you are a really important part of it. Here are some questions to ask yourself:

• Do you feel good about yourself when you are with your partner?
• Do you know you deserve respect and love?
• Can you speak up about what you want and don’t want in your relationship?
• Do you make sure you take the best possible care of yourself and your body?
• Do you feel confident and in control of your life?

Being in a relationship doesn’t mean you have to go further than you want to, or have sex before you are ready. Only you can decide if you want to move on to the next stage. If you are under 16, it is illegal in the UK to have sex.

What are the best ways to show someone you love them without having sex? It could be something as simple as sending them a text to show you’re thinking about them, or buying them a CD you know they’ll like. Share your best ideas.