Trying something new in any part of our life can be scary. But when it comes to sex, it can feel even more intimidating when we want to open the door to a new possibility. Because we live in such a sex-negative culture, we’re not really taught how to comfortably talk about sex in any …
What is kink? If you’ve been around for a while, you’re probably at least vaguely familiar with kink. We’ve talked a bit about it before (for the non-kinky, we’ve explored the things kink & kink practices can teach us regardless of our sexual preferences; and for the kink curious we put together a short guide …
Have you ever heard of pleasure mapping? It’s okay if you have not ever tried it before. It’s a bit of a new idea in the world of sexual wellness. Pleasure mapping is a self-intimacy and self-pleasure practice to help you explore what feels good, pleasurable, and exciting. It’s something you can (and we encourage …
Is it sex that lasts a long time? Sex that gives you a mind-blowing orgasm? Sex that’s spontaneous, sex that’s kinkier, or steamier than usual? Does it include toys? Does it include dirty talk? Is there foreplay involved? Is it part of a larger, flirty game between you and your partner, or is it just …
Have you ever had an experience where you couldn’t get out of your own head? For some people when that happens, all they can focus on is their thoughts and feelings, and it’s hard to get in touch with their body at all. This can be especially distressing during sex because sex is a physical …
Holistic Therapy & Authentic Self-Care Vanesa Akbarpour In a world of constant demands from relationships, jobs, pandemics, and political upheaval, we can easily feel emotionally, mentally, physically, and even spiritually drained. When this happens, it can become difficult to stay present and give our best to the things that matter to us most, and we …
An Easy Guide to Pronouns By ALEXUS MARTINEZ LET’S TALK GENDER PRONOUNS “What is a pronoun?” A pronoun is a word that substitutes a noun or can refer to someone or something mentioned in the discourse. Gender pronouns specifically refer to people you are talking about. Gender pronouns have become an increasingly important part …
By Vanesa Akbarpour It’s likely you’ve already heard not only about the physical but also mental and emotional health benefits of moving our bodies. During this time of self-quarantine, though, getting in our daily exercise has become more challenging for many people. That’s concerning because the added stress that this global pandemic has caused makes …
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