In a culture where we are praised for being a perfectionist and an overachiever, it might feel counterintuitive to be open and honest about our struggles and display he power of vulnerability, especially when we are unsure of how it will be received. We are socialized...
MENTAL HEALTH | RELATIONSHIPS | SEXUALITY | SOCIAL ISSUES
How to Recognize Teen Dating Violence
Relationship violence amongst adolescents and young adults is a form of intimate partner violence that is often misunderstood and overlooked. There is this idea that young people are just emotionally immature and lack experience in developing healthy long term...
Is CNC Kink Normal? Understanding Forced Sex Fantasies
One of the scariest kinks to verbalize to others can be centered around Consensual Non-Consent (CNC) Kink. Very few people want to be thought of as a sexual predator, and those who do aren't generally concerned about securing consent. But many people have fantasies...
Can Sensate Focus Help Your Sex Life?
In a study of 1,000 US relationships, 34% of relationships reported being dissatisfied with their sex lives. Sex isn't a one size fits all scenario; it often involves deepening a mutual connection and understanding each other in an intimate way. If you would like to...
What Is Tantric Sex? Your Guide To Getting Started
Could your sex life use a healthy boost? Trying something new with your partner (or even alone) is one of the best ways to keep things feeling fresh and exciting. Not to mention, exploring can bring two people closer together. Whether your sex life is satisfactory or...
The Orgasm Gap: Solutions for Boosting Sexual Pleasure
Everyone deserves an exhilarating sex life. While orgasms aren’t the only source of pleasure during sex, they definitely are a significant source. Unfortunately, a consistent orgasm gap exists between men and women and how often they reach climax. What is the...
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria: How to Identify It and Heal
Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) is a social phobia involving a fear of rejection. People diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) often express RSD. People living with other emotional disorders like Social Anxiety Disorder experience RSD as...
Imago Therapy: How Can It Heal Relationships?
Are you struggling with navigating your adult relationships? Do you tend to be attracted to the people that are “wrong” for you? Or ever notice that you start off real strong in a relationship and then realize that similar issues tend to manifest in most of your...
Understanding and Overcoming Sexual Performance Anxiety
Sexual performance anxiety is a sense of anxiety or nervousness a person can feel before or during sex. When there is adrenaline pumping through your body and revving up your nervous system, it can be extremely difficult to relax and feel pleasure. While performance...