Sex Advice With An Edge
American culture still treats disinterest in sex as something that needs to be fixed. What if any amount of desire—including none—was okay? By Angela Chen For more than half a century, the modern industry of sex therapists, educators, and experts has been eager to tell us whether we’re having enough sex, or the right kind …
— Research On The Health And Wellness Of Consensual Non-Monogamy By Rebecca Coffey If Charles Darwin was right, human love and sex are rooted in the same reproductive imperative that makes animals mate. We want to send our genetic material into subsequent generations. Mind you, cats, dogs, Tasmanian devils, insects, fish, birds, and even Big …
& How To Fix One by Kelly Gonsalves If you’ve found yourself in a sexless relationship, you likely have a lot of questions on your mind: What causes a relationship to become sexless? Is a sexless relationship healthy? And maybe the scariest question to ask yourself, especially if you’ve been in this relationship a long …
Experts say couples can emerge from the pandemic stronger than ever by learning from the past and looking toward the future. By Jancee Dunn As we emerge, blinking, from our pandemic seclusion, all of us have, in ways great and small, changed. So, too, have our relationships. “During this time, couples may have been spending …
& How To Define Yours By Kelly Gonsalves People use the word “relationship” so much these days that it’s often assumed to have one universal definition. In reality, though, the word encompasses such a massive variety of kinds of human connections, both romantic and nonromantic, and it’s likely that no two people share the exact …
In an era when women were discouraged from entering the work force, these women forged ahead in a profession normally exclusive to men. By Olivia Campbell In the mid-19th century, Sophia Jex-Blake struggled against constant roadblocks as a woman trying to earn a medical degree—so she decided to establish a school of her own. Founded …
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Meet the best sex books that feature thoughtful insights to help you learn more about yourself and your partner By Dominique McIntee While filling your bookshelf with the best sex books might seem a little outrageous, there’s no shame in wanting to read expert insights and useful advice to improve your sex life and relationship. …
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— Here’s How by Sarah Lempa For starters, even feather-light touch hits differently when you’re a highly sensitive person (HSP). Powerful physical sensations, plus a need for deep concentration and actual connection, are often hallmarks of intimacy for HSPs. Here’s the deal: An HSP’s nervous system processes external stimuli much deeper than others. Scientifically named …
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Some people are taking their friendships to the next level by saying “I do” to marriages without sex. By Danielle Braff First came blood brothers, best friends who would solidify their bond by cutting themselves and swapping a bit of blood. Then came the tiny house besties, friends moving into adjoining tiny homes. (“Bestie Row” …
5 Open Relationship Myths Busted By Paula Kirsch Are you thinking of opening up your relationship to consensual non-monogamy? Before you do that, it’s important to look at the myths surrounding relationships and why you might want to consider an open relationship. A 2017 study by Haupert and colleagues reported more than 20 percent of …
— Whether You’re Single or in a Relationship by Gabrielle Kassel Third time’s the charm? More like: add a third, have a climax! Today we’re talking all things three-ways. Whether you’re monogamous, monogam-ish, open, polyamorous, single, dating, married, or somewhere in between, you’ll find something in this beginner’s guide for you. The definition of threesome …
— Love and Sex in 2021 By Isabelle Lee Whether you are single, married, dating or just keeping it casual, the new pandemic normal has our relationships a little discombobulated. From socially distanced first dates on a park bench or over FaceTime, to a suitor trying to steal a kiss only to be Heismaned with …
by Jillian Goltzman Online resources and telehealth has made couples therapy more accessible than ever. If you’re looking to engage in self-improvement and enhance your relationship, there’s a multitude of techniques and exercises at your fingertips. Couples therapy techniques Reflective listening “Reflective listening is a highly beneficial exercise where the couple take turns being active …
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— Now What About Dating? Don’t let body image concerns and emotional changes stop you from seeking love by Susan Moeller Six years ago, Deanna Savage had breast cancer, followed by a double mastectomy and reconstruction. After more than a year of surgeries and treatment, she returned to online dating. But her body felt different …
— The Topic No One Wants to Talk About By Bonnie Annis I was clueless when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. The fear of the unknown was overwhelming. I had so many questions but didn’t have any answers. I did however find a group of breast cancer survivors through Facebook and quickly joined. The …
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