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Madame de Pompadour: Getting to know King Louis XV’s favorite mistress
Back when European kings and queens married not for love but for bloodlines and political power, it was acceptable for them to choose lovers from people in their court. France’s King Louis XV had many courtesans , but only one was his favorite: Madame de Pompadour . Was it the sex? Her hair? Read on […]
Natural disasters and sex
We hope you never, ever experience a devastating tsunami, hurricane, tornado, earthquake, fire, flood, or blizzard, but sadly these things happen. And since we want you primed for anything life throws at you, here are a few tips to keep you on top of your birth control should the unexpected occur. Why? Because a lot […]
Get back on that horse! How to end a dry spell
You could be the most delicious sex goddess on Earth and still experience the occasional dry spell. It’s just part of the natural flow of relationships, sex, and life. But sometimes it can make you feel out of practice or—depending on how long it lasts—like you’ve regained your virginity. If yours goes on a little […]
A lip-smacking good time: Going in for the kiss
You know that moment when the sexual chemistry with someone turns into something physical? That usually starts with a kiss. One luscious, electric kiss. So here’s our tribute to the art of snogging. Apply some lip balm and read on for a few mouth-on-mouth tips. The Basics If Kissing 101 was a class, these articles […]
Put a ring through it: Piercings and sex
Sexual fulfillment. Fetish fun. Pure decoration. Genital piercing is highly personal and there are a thousand different reasons why someone would want a J-bar through their clitoral hood or a titanium ring through their penis. Curious? Crossing your legs in fear? Considering one of your own? Here’s a short primer on piercings. History. From Aboriginal […]
This is the end: How to break up with someone
We told you how to really mend a broken heart . But what if you’re the one who’s doing the heartbreaking? How do you minimize someone else’s pain (yes, even those times when you want to hurt them) and move on with your integrity intact? Here’s what the experts suggest. Are you sure? If your […]
Greatest hits: Just in case you missed some
Did you know you can explore all of our Frisky Fridays based on topics that interest you? Just go to the Frisky Friday archives and click on tags like Keeping Things Hot or Problem Solving or History and Culture . And since we’ve written over 150 columns, we thought this would be a good time […]
Silky, sultry, and sexy: Lusting after lingerie
First of all, we feel compelled to remind you that lingerie does not make you sexy. Yes, it can add a sultry, coquettish touch, but if you really want to be a sex kitten, that comes from within. Your mind and all the sass, wit, kindness, passion, and confidence you convey will have a much […]
What you should know about depression and sex
According to MoodHacker , at least 19 million Americans experience depression each year. And that doesn’t necessarily mean a major episode of clinical depression . Mild depression affects 1 out of 7 people and women are more likely to feel it. If you or your significant other struggles with depression, here are some articles to […]
BJs and business meetings: Is sex on the job a good idea?
Put any group of strangers together, give them something to bond over like work, and there’s bound to be a few romances. In fact, a 2011 survey found that 39% of workers say they’ve dated a colleague and 30% of those people went on to marry that colleague. But hooking up with a co-worker has […]
