Is it normal to feel scared before sex?

[Anonymous]

It’s not my first time, but there is always a little bit of fear and anxiety attached. No, I’ve never been SA. I wonder why I’m always afraid? It just seems too invasive and I hate to feel vulnerable, ever.
when meeting a new person is it ok to say you’re scared or will that ruin the mood?

[knottywriter]

I think many people are actually scared when it's someone new. Certainly a bit of apprehension will exist with new people, but feeling scared can be normal, experienced or not. People are into a lot of different things and you never know if they might be into something you aren't and try to force that on you. I think when you are scared though, the answer is just move slow when engaging in intimacy. Take your time, get comfortable while making out, let things build slowly until that scared sense is ready to say, "take me now!" But don't feel like it's abnormal because you aren't alone.

[glennos89]

I think so. The first time with a new person is always kinda awkward

[Jadebamboo]

Apprehenisive? Sure. Scared as in fear? I would hope not. If I am trusting somebody with every inch of my body I would hope I can enjoy it myself.