Summary
A 35-year-old woman named Lauren Harkins from Portland, Maine, is choosing to remain a virgin as she hasn't yet met someone she wants to be intimate with. Harkins feels empowered by her virginity and shares her story online, connecting with others who feel similarly about personal choices concerning relationships and intimacy.
Key Facts
- Lauren Harkins is a 35-year-old virgin who lives in Portland, Maine.
- She has never been in a relationship or intimate with anyone.
- Harkins sees her virginity as an empowering choice rather than being tied to religion or marriage.
- She shares her experiences on social media, gaining a large audience.
- Harkins believes in making choices that align with her values and refuses to settle for the wrong partner.
- She feels that modern conversations about intimacy often overlook personal alignment and intentionality.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention state that the average age for first sexual intercourse is 17.
- Harkins wants to show that there are many valid paths in life and encourages others to follow what feels right for them.
