Sex Advice With An Edge
Doing so may improve your relationship. By Samantha Vincenty Developing good communication is important in relationships, and that’s just as true when it comes to sex—which is why knowing how to describe what you want in bed is such a valuable skill. Piping up about a new turn-on, or wanting to try new positions, can …
– and people are getting kinkier than ever By Grace Dean Since the pandemic first hit, people round the world have been buying more sex toys as they stay at home. And people have been choosing kinkier options than usual, UK sex toy retailer Ann Summers told Insider, with sales of BDSM and high-tech equipment …
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Working ‘doppelbanger’ into conversation immediately. By Sophie Goulopoulos They say the English language is continuously evolving. And much of that has to do with slang and colloquialisms. Behold, here are 12 new sexy words for your vocabulary. The word of 2020 might be ‘pandemic’ (which is mighty depressing), but we’ve stumbled upon some spicy new …
By Julia Naftulin Sexuality and gender researcher Jane Ward researched the history of heterosexuality and concluded that straight relationships are “tragic” because of their inherent inequality. Through interviews and research for her book, Ward concluded that straight women bear the brunt of opposite-sex relationships. This unequal burden has led to the physical and emotional mistreatment …
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by Crystal Raypole Sexual trauma can happen in many ways, and it doesn’t always involve physical force. Sexual coercion, for example, happens when someone pressures or manipulates you into having sexual contact when you don’t want to. Sexual coercion can be confusing and deeply distressing. You know what happened wasn’t right, but you might not …
— aka The Brainy Person You’re Super Into by Farrah Daniel A sapiosexual is someone who finds intelligence sexually attractive or arousing. Like all types of sexualities, people’s personal definitions of sapiosexuality may vary, but what’s certain is people with this identity would rather be turned on by what they think is your most alluring …
By Canela López Gender, gender presentation, and sexuality are concepts that are commonly lumped together and confused for each other. Insider has compiled a guide to each. Gender is how you identify, whether it be as a man, woman, non-binary, or something else. It can differ from the sex you were assigned at birth based …
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By Mary Grace Garis Sexual wellness brand Cake was founded in June with two guiding intentions in mind. The first is that, like Cake’s frosted namesake, sex is something to be enjoyed guilt-free. And the second is that, by creating specialized, high-quality products that are accessible to all genders, sexual preferences, and relationship structures, the pleasure …
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6 reasons for increased libido — and when it might be too high By Sarah Fielding If your sex drive is higher than normal, it may be due to a fluctuation in hormone levels, your age, or an increase in exercise. A decrease in stress levels or stopping certain medications might also explain an increased …
Christopher Chitty’s “Sexual Hegemony” is a galaxy-brain examination of the ways in which markets and sexuality intersect. By Josephine Livingstone In the earliest phase of European capitalism, Marx’s old story goes, a significant number of laborers renounced agrarian communities for towns and cities, dissolving the family unit and moving from one place to another. As …
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— a slow, meditative form of intimacy that can improve relationships By Sarah Fielding Tantric sex is a slow, meditative form of intimacy that’s focused on strengthening the bond between you and a partner. To practice tantric sex, slow down the pace, focus on your breath, and engage all five senses. Have you ever wanted …
By Julia Naftulin Talking about STIs with a new sexual partner can feel uncomfortable because it’s not something we were taught to do, but the conversation is essential for your health. First consider what type of confirmation you need from your partner, whether it’s their word or written documentation. Then, be straightforward in asking. You …
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By Alexandra Thompson Heart attack patients may have better long-term survival prospects if they start having sex again within a few months of their health scare, research suggests. Scientists from Tel Aviv University looked at 495 sexually active people aged 65 or under who were hospitalised with their first heart attack between 1992 and 1993. …
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By Áine Aventin Parents and children need to be able to discuss sex – but often they avoid these conversations. As part of our sex education research, we spoke to UK teenagers about why they don’t talk to their parents about sex. Visions of excruciating embarrassment topped the list. We also spoke to parents who …
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by Emma Sandler Sexual wellness and feminine health have become dominating topics within the broader beauty and wellness industries, but Gen Z’s response to these products and its marketing is still undetermined. According to Pew Research Center, there are approximately 67 million Gen Zers in the U.S., of which 35% are older than 18. As …
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