A Solemn Appeal - James White

during these stupid seasons of dreamishness, that
the blood accumulates upon the venereal system,
while the imagination strolls about creation,
bringing in the fruits and flowers of every
forbidden tree. A lascivious mood resulting in
lascivious conduct, is of course the consequence.
Whereas, on the other hand, during the hours of
laudable, engrossing activity, the blood flows
regularly, and cheerfully, and impartially,
throughout the whole system. Consequently, no
part of the system is unhealthfully excited. At the
same time, the mind being engaged in directing the
body's exertions, the imagination has no
opportunity for arousing and pampering the
passions, and so they remain tranquil. Doubtless
this is according to the experience of all who have
any experience in this matter. Said a physician to
the writer a short time since, "I have had repeated
application for advice from young men who had
become so enslaved to solitary vice that they knew
not how to break away, unless the temptation could
be softened. And my advise," said he, "to all is, Be
active! When you awake in the morning, get up--go
out--work--keep active during the day. When night
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