How to tell if you’re dating a jerk
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By: health
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September 15, 2017
We hope you’re always treated with respect and kindness—especially by the people you date. We also know that not everyone is respectful and kind all the time and that lots of good people find themselves in bad relationships at one point or another. No one is perfect. We all make mistakes and have moments we’re […]
Was it rape? Thinking about consent and unwanted sex
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By: health
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September 12, 2017
If you had a sexual experience that didn’t feel right or wasn’t what you wanted, you might have a million questions: What if I was drinking? What if we didn’t go all the way? What if I didn’t ever say “no”? Your experience is your own, and everyone’s story is different. But if you have […]
Head over heart: 6 times when you shouldn’t just go with the flow
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By: health
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September 8, 2017
Life’s complicated, and important decisions can take time. Should I or shouldn’t I? Will we or won’t we? It can be tempting to ask advice from anyone and everyone, or just say “meh,” and go with the flow. But here’s the thing: some decisions in love and life can only be made by you—and sometimes […]
What is stealthing, and why is it wrong?
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By: health
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August 22, 2017
Stealthing, or removing a condom during sex without asking for a partner’s permission, has been all over the Internet recently. While survivors and providers have been talking about birth control sabotage for a while now, many people are hearing about stealthing for the first time. We want to be clear: stealthing is not a “sex […]
How to deal when your boo wants to have sex and you don’t
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By: health
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August 11, 2017
Maybe it’s a new relationship and you want to take your time. Maybe you’re just too tired tonight. Maybe they’re feeling frisky, but you’re really into a new Netflix series, or maybe one of you wants to use condoms and the other doesn’t. Even if you and Boo have the most amazing sex life, you’re […]
How to stop sex-shaming yourself
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By: health
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August 8, 2017
Sex and shame are closely linked in our society, especially for women and feminine-presenting people. Many of us are taught that women aren’t supposed to have sex outside of the boundaries of love and marriage. Or we’re taught that a woman who has a lot of sex—or even one who enjoys sex “too much”—is a […]
Let’s talk about revenge porn
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By: health
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July 12, 2017
Whether it’s a screenshot of a sext, a Facebook message, or a Snapchat story meant for your partner’s eyes only, technology has made it easier than ever to share intimate moments with your boo. But what happens when those private pics are shared without permission? Recently Rob Kardashian made news for sharing explicit photos of […]
6 little ways to say “I love you” (without saying it)
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By: health
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June 16, 2017
Do you ever want to say “I love you” without having to , you know, actually say it? Or maybe your boo receives love better when you show them you love them instead of saying it. Either way, there are so many little things you can do every day that say “I love you,” no […]
5 people get real about their sex-related anxieties
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By: health
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June 6, 2017
I get panic attacks. All in all, my anxiety doesn’t affect my daily life that dramatically, but it’s enough to warrant bi-weekly therapy sessions and the occasional prescription for Paxil in particularly difficult moments. It can also affect my interest (or lack thereof) in any kind of sexual interaction. I’ve found that if I’m going […]
For your eyes only: 7 tips for safer skyping and sexting
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By: health
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May 31, 2017
There’s no question that technology has revolutionized sex in some beautiful ways . For one thing, when we’re not connecting physically we can now connect via Snapchat, Instagram, FaceTime, Skype, and so many other channels. But privacy is an area where change hasn’t always been good. Back in the day, sharing a racy picture with […]