As adults, it’s not unusual to see our reflections (if we even dare to look at a mirror) and name things we don’t like (anyone else remember that mirror scene from Mean Girls?). We live with so many expectations of what beauty is, while also dealing with the stress of a busy day-to-day schedule. It’s a challenge to commit to a healthy lifestyle, but even when we do, looking at ourselves in the mirror can ruin our day.

The thing is, we aren’t born with that critical voice in our heads – we’re just letting it live up there, rent free.

What counts as “dirty talk” can vary widely from naughty whispers to sexy demands and more, but did you know that it can help you increase sexual pleasure and that it doesn’t have to be as awkward as it seems on TV?

In recent years, attention to diversity of images in visual media—TV, movies, stock photos, children's books and more—has increased. But according to a new Indiana University study, at least one area still seriously lacks representation of Black and Brown people: Sex education.

Q: How to cope with jealousy in an open relationship?

The beginning of a relationship is the best time to bring up your expectations. Is the situation flexible until someone says otherwise? Are you expecting everyone involved not to see anyone else straight from the first date until there is a clear end? Are you polyamorous or practicing ethical non-monogamy?

As human beings, intimacy is something that we all truly crave. Defined as closeness between people in personal relationships, intimacy comes in many different forms, including physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual.

With an ever-expanding list of letters (and numbers) in the LGBTQIA+ acronym, you’re bound to get confused about what everything means. Bisexuality, in particular, is the victim of A LOT of misinformation. Keep reading to bust up some polysexual myths.

Q: How to leave a toxic relationship or marriage?

Polyamory translates to many loves and is one of the many diverse relationship structures that fall under ethical non-monogamy.

I wish I was one of those people who could orgasm in five minutes and every five minutes. But that’s just not me (it might not be you either) and that’s OK.

It’s not uncommon for people with penises to feel (or have their partners feel) they orgasm too quickly and for people with vulvas to feel they are taking too long. The opposite can also be true – people with penises can have partners who feel raw (or whose partners get lockjaw) because of how long their partners last and people with vulvas can feel embarrassed by their body’s quick ecstasy. Whatever your orgasm speed, there are multiple ways to have a satisfying sex life.

July is Disability Pride Month, but we should always promote pride and awareness of people with disabilities. I’m sharing some tips to address three specific accessibility needs within sexual interactions. We all deserve to feel comfortable, safe, and confident when getting it on!

Whether a long time or new friend, our relationships deserve nurturing. As my father used to sing, “make new friends and keep the old. One is silver and the other is gold.” Try some of the following ideas to honor your silver and gold buddies on Friendship Day!

Q: When to leave a relationship?

After hearing Sam and Maya talk about their oh so cute date ideas on their podcast, Latinas_en_Queerantine (LEQ), I had to get in touch and learn more. It quickly became clear that the quality of dates are not dependent on where they are, but rather the intentionality and care put into the ideas.

Lube is probably one of the most underrated ways to improve sex. If you are ready to give it the respect it deserves, keep reading this guide to learn why you should use it, what to use when/where, and what to keep in mind while exploring!

During the height of my couch-surfing days, there was a night where I accepted too many surfers for our space and I ended up sharing my bed with my housemate to make up for the extra people in our apartment. Given that there were three extra men in the apartment, two of whom were complete strangers, it didn’t seem like the worst idea to have someone I trusted sharing my room.

Edging is a masturbation technique for intentionally stopping, or reducing, stimulation right before reaching the point of no return, with the goal of delaying orgasm. If you are a fan of teasing or of experiencing the sensation of desperately wanting something and it being tantalizingly just beyond reach, edging might be for you. And you'll probably mind blown when you reach orgasm.

Edging, also known as peaking or surfing (and sometimes orgasm control), can be practiced solo and/or with a partner. It requires an awareness of your signs of arousal, or that of a partner, to perform successfully and can promote mindfulness and body awareness. The use of this technique can truly add spice to your sex life. Please note that edging is different from “edge play,” which is a BDSM term for testing one’s limits and boundaries.

Check out the rest of the article for what all the fuss is about and for ways to get in on the action!

Whether you experience trouble orgasming, never had a partnered orgasm, or never orgasmed at all, this article is meant to help you find routes to your pleasure! You may be surprised, but most of what you’ll want to do rests in self-reflection and general self-work before it gets physical. That’s because what often keeps us from pleasure is what’s between our ears rather than what’s between our legs.

How do homosexuals enjoy sex?

Probably the biggest misconception is that there is such a thing as gay sex - or straight sex. You’re gay if you’re gay and the sex positions you choose to enjoy don’t determine your sexual orientation. Sex is just…sex - it’s gender-neutral. We are only limited by our imaginations and the labels we assign to different acts.

But, you’re here for a reason so check out the below for examples of sex positions, roles, and what that can look like with different body and gender pairings.

My world is full of sexuality professionals so I was initially shocked when people would share that I was the first sexologist, educator, or coach they had met – especially if we were talking about online spaces. While I see sexuality professionals as loud and proud individuals, our existence continues to be taboo and therefore hidden from many.

We’re not here to hide and we don’t want you to either.

Whether you have some favourite sex folks you follow or you are new to this world, check out the below list for a great mix of people with different foci but all seeking to support individuals in feeling validated and sexually empowered.