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How to Say “No” to Sex At Any Time
Saying "no" to sex doesn’t mean never. It might mean, “not right now”, “I’m not there yet”, “I’m tired”, “I don’t think I trust you yet”, and so on. Saying "no" can come with a wave of emotions and unpleasant responses, but there is no reason to keep having unwanted...
The Best Bra Types For All Bodies
When we talk about bras, the concept of universality barely comes to mind, especially since some bras are designed to suit other body types better than others. There are numerous bras to choose from. Let us count the ways: Sports bras Demi bras Shirt bras Strapless...
How Do You Stop Recovering From Infidelity and Start Healing?
Infidelity in committed relationships is far too common. Studies show that between 20-40% of American men will have an affair and about 20-25% of women. When a betrayal has happened in your committed relationship, it feels like the floor has fallen out from underneath...
Developing Hot + Healthy Intimacy After Sexual Trauma
Developing Hot + Healthy Intimacy After Sexual Trauma Learning to develop intimacy after sexual trauma can feel like daunting task. In this free webinar, Dr. Kate Balestrieri (Certified Sex Therapist + Founder, Modern Intimacy) discusses...
How to Heal From Codependency
Living in a codependent relationship of any kind makes life imbalanced. Whether you're codependent with another individual or you have an addiction issue, it's tough to unwind the net that the comfort of dependency has created, but in this article, you will learn some...
Is Your Husband Addicted to Porn? A Sex Therapist Describes the Signs
If you're asking yourself the question, "Is my husband addicted to porn?" it can be an incredibly lonely and isolating experience. A lot of women can end up blaming themselves and developing feelings of inadequacy and uncertainty in their marriage. Please remember...
Are We All Secretly Guilty of Victim-Blaming?
One in five women in America experiences sexual assault at some point in her lifetime. Yet, less than one percent of rape cases lead to felony convictions. Why are women enduring rape and sexual assault, yet perpetrators are not being held accountable for their...
Coping With Emotional Incest Syndrome: A Survivor’s Guide
Love rules your life. But sometimes it's not the right kind of love. That is the case for survivors of an emotional incest syndrome. Many people think they had a good upbringing. But then issues arise. They find themselves cheating on their partners, or they feel...
Recognizing the Signs of Narcissistic Abuse Syndrome
Do you feel worthless, guilty and continually walking on eggshells and doubting your ability to make decisions? These are some of the ravaging effects of narcissistic abuse syndrome that can leave you feeling trapped, helpless and depressed. When you've been in...
Fawn Response: A Trauma Response + The Reason for People-Pleasing Behavior
When the going gets tough in your relationships, what is your gut reaction? Do you feel like you spend most of your time pleasing other people? Or do you have a hard time knowing how to meet your needs? Maybe you feel like you don't see a fight response or flight...
The Benefits of Trauma Sensitive Yoga
There isn't a person in the world who hasn't experienced some version of trauma. Some individuals have had to undergo incredibly difficult and painful experiences. And others have been impacted by more nuanced traumatic events. Overcoming trauma through yoga can be a...
What Is Gender Identity? Definitions, Examples, and Insights
Have you ever thought about gender identity? If you’re not familiar with the term, gender identity is an innate feeling inside of people that allows them to define and understand who they are -- male, female, both, neither, or anywhere else on the vast spectrum. In...
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