Relationships
How Does Alcohol Impact Sexual Function?
Posted By Josh,
07/10/2023 Throughout history, alcohol has played a prominent role in human culture and social interactions. It serves as a means of relaxation, celebration, and stress relief for many people. For others, it’s a form of liquid courage. Alcohol may be a go-to way to whoop it up for many, but...
Five Body Language Signs That Mean Someone Is Attracted to You, According to Therapists
Posted By Kali Coleman,
06/10/2023 Putting yourself out there is not easy. When we admit our feelings toward another person, we open ourselves up to the possibility of rejection—and there are few more dreaded experiences. That's why instead of being direct, we often take a less straightforward approach when we're into someone, even...
The Beginner's Guide to Talking Dirty in Bed
Posted By Gigi Engle, Zachary Zane et al,
06/10/2023 Humans are verbal creatures—in relationships, we use our words to express our deepest emotions, desires, needs, and fantasies. Ever tried watching porn with the sound off? It just doesn’t have the same effect—and that’s because hearing certain words or phrases can be a major turn-on. But while porn...
The 3 Most Commonly Asked Questions, According to a Sexologist
Posted By Jess,
21/09/2023 Every day, I receive questions about sex and relationships from curious folks. While I cannot answer all of them, I’ve selected the most common themes to give you a glimpse into the minds of your inquiring friends and neighbors. How often should we be having sex? Quality may matter more than...
Scheduling Sex Is a Good Idea, Actually
Posted By Danielle Sinay,
12/09/2023 Most things in life require planning. Why should sex be any different? The first time I tried scheduling sex, I typed “SEX” in all caps into my husband's calendar, not realizing his coworkers and boss could see it too. Things have come a long way since then. We’ve been happily...
What To Do When You Want More Sex Than Your Partner
Posted By Justin,
08/09/2023 If you’ve ever been in a long-term romantic relationship, odds are you’ve found that you and your partner weren’t always on the same page about sex. There were probably times when you were in the mood, but your partner wasn’t, as well as times when your partner was in the mood, but you weren’t. That...
Eleven Foursome Sex Positions That Everyone Will Enjoy, According to Sex Experts
Posted By Rebecca Strong,
19/08/2023 THREESOMES MAY GET all the mainstream glory when it comes to group sex, but why not add one more person to the mix? Yes, we’re talking about foursomes—a double-the-fun configuration traditionally reserved for porn, but becoming increasingly common in your average bedroom. The beauty of the...
Do You Want More Sex? Doing Your Share of the Chores Can Help
Posted By Kate Daniel,
19/08/2023 A recent research study suggests relationship equity may increase women's sexual desire. If the thought of your partner taking out the trash unprompted gets you hot under the collar, you're not alone. Recent research suggests women tend to experience more sexual desire in relationships they...
What Is a Safe Word, and How Do You Use One During Sex?
Posted By Suzannah Weiss,
18/08/2023 Here's why - A simple "stop" might not cut it. Sex is hotter for everyone when all parties can relax knowing they'll stay inside their comfort zones. One way to ensure in advance that everyone will say comfy is to establish a safe word: a word that, when said, signals for the sexy...
Threesomes, Outdoor Sex, Domination, Oh My! Popular Fantasies, According to a Sexologist.
Posted By Jess,
29/07/2023 In my work with couples around the world, three fantasies top the charts in terms of popularity from Adelaide to Zurich and beyond: Threesomes Sex Outdoors (e.g., on the beach) Kinky Sex (BDSM – bondage, discipline, submission, Dominance, sadism, masochism) Threesomes may be desirable for...
Surprising Ways That Orgasms Can Benefit Your Relationship
Posted By Shellie Reneé/,
28/07/2023 If you were to get a group of people together and ask them to describe an orgasm, you would probably get a variety of answers. However, if you're looking for a more scientific definition, it's "the fourth stage [climax] of a sexual encounter," according to Healthline. The previous three stages are "...
How to End a Casual Relationship Kindly
Posted By Anouare Abdou ,
26/07/2023 Here's How to End a Casual Relationship Like a Genuinely Good Guy Casual relationships are not meant to last forever. Yet few people know how to end one gracefully. When a fling has run its course, it can be tempting to let things fade out and reduce contact until the other person gets the...
Six Tips for Ending a "Sex Drought," According to Therapists
Posted By Juliana LaBianca,
22/07/2023 Hint: It starts with a romantic date night. Throughout any relationship, sex ebbs and flows. Some months (or maybe even years), you get freaky on a near-daily basis, while others, you hit a rut. Many factors, including illness, distance, and childcare needs can cause those ruts. But occasionally, a...
Penis Size Really Matter, Does it Really Matter?
Posted By Astroglide team,
10/07/2023 Why are we so obsessed with penis size? Penis size has been a topic of interest and focus in pop culture for decades. This can relate back to things like inaccurate portrayals of sex in porn, references in movies or TV, and more. Did you know that the average penis size is actually increasing over...
How to Make Pleasure a Priority: Strategies to Invite More Pleasure into Your Life Beyond the Bedroom
Posted By Jess,
06/07/2023 Pleasure is Your Birthright; It’s Multidimensional. Unfortunately, our definitions of pleasure are often narrowly defined or shrouded in shame. We think of pleasure as merely erotic or sexual. We deem pleasure superfluous as opposed to essential. We consider pleasure naughty and self-indulgent. We...