Sex Advice With An Edge
— During Sex, On The Phone & Whenever By Alex Shea Dirty talk may feel strange at first as you pick your brain for the perfect dirty things to say to your partner. Relax a little—talking dirty isn’t an exact science, and navigating it relies more on how comfortable you are versus how much …
The signs you’re in a toxic relationship can be difficult to identify — here’s how. By Maria del Russo Any relationship, be it romantic or otherwise, can be complicated. Whether it’s the relationship you have with your pushy mother-in-law, a childhood friend, or a spouse, interpersonal connections can be as challenging as they are rewarding. …
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Some therapists advertising kink- and polyamory-friendly treatment might not be all they seem. Here’s what to look for if you’re seeking mental healthcare that doesn’t see “sexual deviance” as deviance. by Penda N’Diaye Layla, a 30ish queer sub who enjoys domination by her partners—her name has been changed for her privacy—has been in therapy for …
ByAlexandra Roxo Once I was riding in a car back from Joshua Tree with a few progressive people whom I love. It was a long car ride, and the conversation turned to sex. A friend mentioned that the man she was dating loved blow jobs. Then I said something about having a mind-blowing orgasm when …
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Relationship anxiety reportedly affects 1 in 5 people, but is it normal? By Navit Schechter Relationships with others are essential to our physical and mental wellbeing. They can be a source of great pleasure and support for some, however for others, they can trigger feelings of anxiety and cause a great deal of distress. What …
Don’t try to set them up with the only other queer person you know, who they have absolutely nothing in common with. by Rachel Miller At the end of a Pride month in which a lot of people are newly thinking about how to be a good ally, it’s a great occasion to think about …
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– Especially if you’re struggling with body image By Kellie Scott Sexual confidence is not about being “good” in bed. It’s not about having ripped abs or big boobs. And it doesn’t come from having a lot of sex. While it can mean different things to different people, at its core sexual confidence is feeling …
You’re not alone. By Nona Willis Aronowitz Q: My boyfriend and I have been trying to have sex and we have been struggling. We have tried three times. I have never had sex before and we haven’t been able to get penetration, it’s very painful. I believe I have PTSD because I associate sex with …
When They’re Growing Up In A Heterosexual Home by Stephanie Kaloi This month, you will probably be hearing a lot about one very spectacular celebration: June is Pride Month, and communities across the world will be celebrating. As a parent, you might also be wondering how to navigate the month with your kids, and you …
For couples physically separated by coronavirus, here are a few strategies to make your newly long-distance relationship feel a little bit closer. By Vanessa Marin The coronavirus lockdown has separated many of us from our loved ones — in some instances, even our partners and spouses. As a relationship and sex therapist, I’ve been working …
Social distancing doesn’t have to kill your sex life. By Amanda Chatel In the uncharted waters of COVID-19, life has been put on hold. Dating IRL has gone digital—and sex? Let’s just say it’s a great time to learn how to sext. Even if you’ve never sexted in the past, didn’t have an interest in …
Definitions & How To Know If You’re “Ace” By Suzannah Weiss Even as people gain more awareness of LGBTQ+ identities, asexuality remains poorly understood by many. Until recently, lots of people assumed that everyone was sexually attracted to someone or another. But in fact, some people don’t experience sexual attraction. Here’s what you should understand …
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Don’t wait for the most convenient time to rebuild intimacy. You’ll be waiting a long time. By Christina Caron First things first: This is not another article that simply tells you to “go on a date night.” Nothing against date nights. The best ones can remind you why you fell in love with your spouse …
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Cancer can change how you feel about you, your body and your sexuality. By Good Housekeeping Cancer changes everything. The diagnosis, the treatment and the aftermath can affect your work, your finances, your relationships and, even more fundamentally, how you think and feel about you, your body, your sexuality. The impact of treatment for breast …
Get past any awkward moments and on to the orgasm. By Rachel Zar, LMFT When it’s been a while since you last had sex, jumping back into the sack can be downright scary. And that’s a natural reaction: Having sex makes us vulnerable, is intimate, and can send our brains into protection mode, dreaming up …
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