September horoscopes: You’re in charge of your satisfaction
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By: health
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September 1, 2017
September often brings chillier weather. But don’t let that keep you from burning up the sheets. This month is full of steamy twists, turns, and surprises. Here’s what’s in store for your sign. Virgo You show your love for others by pointing out their missteps. Well-intentioned feedback might feel like a good way to say […]
How to deal when you’ve been cheated on
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By: health
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August 25, 2017
Being cheated on sucks. Okay, more than sucks—it’s devastating. While it’s tempting to think you’d simply turn on Beyoncé’s album , grab a bat, and damage some property before moving on with someone better, your real-life reaction might be more complicated (and hopefully more legal). No matter what you’re feeling or thinking, remember that you […]
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 […]
August horoscopes: Shine bright (and don’t be shady)
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By: health
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July 28, 2017
Whether there’s a summer fling in your future or a last-minute solo-trip, August is the perfect time to step into your personal spotlight. No matter what’s in store, we’ve got you covered like sunscreen. Here’s what’s written in the stars for you this month. Leo You adore a good time, but you don’t normally indulge […]
The best way to fight anxiety about your relationship status
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By: health
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July 25, 2017
Relationship anxiety is real, whether you’re single, dating, committed, or married. I keep thinking it will go away—after I find a partner, or after we move in together, or maybe when we finally get married—but I’m coming to accept that I’m just an anxious person and some form of relationship anxiety will be with me […]
First date etiquette: going dutch, hitting the sack, and breaking all the rules
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By: health
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July 5, 2017
By Lena Chen. Originally published on September 14, 2010 on SexReally.com. Prior to my first date with my now-boyfriend, I almost threw up on the train ride to dinner. It wasn’t the first time a guy has made me nervous, but it was definitely the first time a guy made me nauseous. Hoping for some […]
July horoscopes: (S)express yourself
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By: health
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June 30, 2017
The heat is on—and we’re not talking about the season. Whatever your sign, you can look forward to some summer lovin’ this July. Cancer Two magic words to unlock your sex life: emotion and foreplay. You always appreciate these things, but this month they’ll be especially important. Your physical connection will be sensitive and moody. […]
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 […]