You may already be aware that self-stimulation is healthy, fun, and good for you. It’s a way to connect with your body, learn about your turn-ons, and release stress. Self-touch can improve your sleep and mood and reduce your perception of pain. Some research has...

When you think about healing from trauma, a series of practices may come to mind. Going to therapy, letting time mend the wounds, and finding a community of survivors are common ways to move past a traumatic incident. But sometimes, the way people make meaning of...

Sexual role play: it’s hot, unexpected, and easier than you might think. The biggest hurdle is often overcoming insecurities and talking to your partner about your fantasies. Here’s how to navigate the conversation and start role playing a spicy scene with your...

Pornography often features women who can ejaculate without much prompting. But much like regular cinema, porn is meant to entertain more than to educate. The science of female ejaculation is more interesting than the myths that surround it—and better yet, it’s...

Most of us didn’t receive scientifically accurate, pleasure-inclusive sex education in school. Instead, we got a lecture on how not to get pregnant unintentionally or contract an STI, making it feel as though sex is dangerous and serious. Knowledge is power, and in...

You need your prescription, but you still want to have great sex. Can you have it both ways? Read on to find out what to do if you think your prescription might be inhibiting your sex life.  Pre-existing Conditions May Come Into Play Since antidepressants and...

Exploring a fetish with your partner is a widespread wish, but many people don’t know where to start. Below are some tips on how to come to terms with your fetish and find a partner who shares it.  Let’s Start at the Very Beginning When you think about what a fetish...

Have you tried anal sex? If your answer is no, you might want to think about why you haven’t dared to venture into your derriere. Some people may fear pain; others may believe that anal sex is dirty— but neither of those scenarios are givens during anal sex. You don’t...

Tantra takes sex and elevates it to an art form. It can bring sex life to a brand-new dimension of intimacy, pleasure, and connection. When you practice tantra, it’s not just sex anymore—it has an element of the divine, something almost supernatural, because of the...

Having hot sex in a long-term relationship takes effort, consideration, and the willingness to learn new skills. Below are some tips to keep sex hot as you and your partner age.  Centering Pleasure During Sex When you center pleasure during sex, you shift the pressure...