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How To Talk To Your Partner About Intimacy & Actually Get Somewhere

Healthy communication about sex should be frequent and neutral, like casual dinner chat.

My Husband and I Don't Have Sex. It's Hard to Stomach What He Does Instead.

Struggles with intimacy and jealousy complicate a newly formed open marriage, despite deep affection and commitment between partners.

Can A Relationship With Political Differences Really Work? Experts Offer Advice

Political differences can challenge core values in relationships, but navigating them is key to maintaining intimacy and connection.

15 Things That Can Hurt Relationship And Marriage.

Open communication is vital for maintaining healthy relationships; neglecting it can lead to resentment and deeper conflicts.

Love in the Shadows: Depression and Intimacy

Depression disrupts emotional and physical intimacy in relationships.

The 10 rules of friendship: show up, go beyond banter, learn the boring details

Effective communication is vital for maintaining balanced friendships, emphasizing honesty over assumptions.

How To Talk To Your Partner About Intimacy & Actually Get Somewhere

Healthy communication about sex should be frequent and neutral, like casual dinner chat.

My Husband and I Don't Have Sex. It's Hard to Stomach What He Does Instead.

Struggles with intimacy and jealousy complicate a newly formed open marriage, despite deep affection and commitment between partners.

Can A Relationship With Political Differences Really Work? Experts Offer Advice

Political differences can challenge core values in relationships, but navigating them is key to maintaining intimacy and connection.

15 Things That Can Hurt Relationship And Marriage.

Open communication is vital for maintaining healthy relationships; neglecting it can lead to resentment and deeper conflicts.

Love in the Shadows: Depression and Intimacy

Depression disrupts emotional and physical intimacy in relationships.

The 10 rules of friendship: show up, go beyond banter, learn the boring details

Effective communication is vital for maintaining balanced friendships, emphasizing honesty over assumptions.
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#relationships

This is how we do it: At 96, I'm enjoying real intimacy for the first time in my life. I feel like a teenager'

Later life can bring new experiences of intimacy and affection, often transcending earlier life relationships.

My Wife Has Never Seen Me Fully Naked. I'm Ashamed of the Reason Why.

Embracing body confidence is essential for greater intimacy and vulnerability in relationships.

How Trust Transforms Relationships

Trust is essential for fostering successful relationships and long-term happiness.

I Can't Go Down On My Girlfriend. I Have a Good Reason. I Swear!

Healing from trauma related to past sexual experiences is possible with the right support and present-focused techniques.

Keeping Up Romance and Sex Life While Dealing With Infertility

Maintaining romance and intimacy during a fertility journey is essential for emotional well-being.

Shotgun Players premieres 'Thirty-Six'

The play 'Thirty-Six' explores varied sexual desires through personal questions that deepen connections between characters, focusing on emotional intimacy.

This is how we do it: At 96, I'm enjoying real intimacy for the first time in my life. I feel like a teenager'

Later life can bring new experiences of intimacy and affection, often transcending earlier life relationships.

My Wife Has Never Seen Me Fully Naked. I'm Ashamed of the Reason Why.

Embracing body confidence is essential for greater intimacy and vulnerability in relationships.

How Trust Transforms Relationships

Trust is essential for fostering successful relationships and long-term happiness.

I Can't Go Down On My Girlfriend. I Have a Good Reason. I Swear!

Healing from trauma related to past sexual experiences is possible with the right support and present-focused techniques.

Keeping Up Romance and Sex Life While Dealing With Infertility

Maintaining romance and intimacy during a fertility journey is essential for emotional well-being.

Shotgun Players premieres 'Thirty-Six'

The play 'Thirty-Six' explores varied sexual desires through personal questions that deepen connections between characters, focusing on emotional intimacy.
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#family-dynamics

38 Times Celebs Revealed Things And We Were Uh....No One Asked, But Thanks

Katy Perry discusses exchanging intimacy for chores, raising questions about relationship dynamics in celebrity culture.

MY SISTER'S Breasts MILK MAKE ME FUCK HER EPISODE 2

The conversation hints at complex emotions surrounding intimate moments and the blurred lines between duty, pleasure, and memory.

38 Times Celebs Revealed Things And We Were Uh....No One Asked, But Thanks

Katy Perry discusses exchanging intimacy for chores, raising questions about relationship dynamics in celebrity culture.

MY SISTER'S Breasts MILK MAKE ME FUCK HER EPISODE 2

The conversation hints at complex emotions surrounding intimate moments and the blurred lines between duty, pleasure, and memory.
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Asking for a friend: I'm a widower in my 70s who is lonely and looking for love - where do I start and what about protection from STIs?

It's never too late to seek companionship and love, even at an older age.
#self-care

The Best We-Vibe Gifts for Intimacy & Connection

We-Vibe's holiday guide offers pleasure products designed for self-care, shared intimacy, and discreet exploration, enhancing connection and joy during the festive season.

These Cult-Favorite Sex Toys Are Up To 50% Off Right Now

This Black Friday, We-Vibe offers discounts on intimate products to promote self-care and connection.

Nylon test

Handling sensitive tissues requires care; checking fingers against nylons can prevent discomfort during insertion.

The Best We-Vibe Gifts for Intimacy & Connection

We-Vibe's holiday guide offers pleasure products designed for self-care, shared intimacy, and discreet exploration, enhancing connection and joy during the festive season.

These Cult-Favorite Sex Toys Are Up To 50% Off Right Now

This Black Friday, We-Vibe offers discounts on intimate products to promote self-care and connection.

Nylon test

Handling sensitive tissues requires care; checking fingers against nylons can prevent discomfort during insertion.
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I'm a sex therapist - for the hottest 2025, never do these 4 things with your partner

Mutual respect and open communication are essential for a fulfilling sexual relationship.
#parenting

This Mom Wants "Honest Answers Only" About Other Parents Sex Lives

Sex frequency in marriage with kids fluctuates greatly based on family dynamics and individual energy levels.
Shared responsibilities among parents can lead to more frequent intimacy.

I hate big birthday parties for kids and won't ever throw one for my son. I prefer our small family dinner.

The author prefers small family birthday parties over large gatherings, believing they foster a closer, more loving atmosphere for her son.

I saw the reflection of his back rolls in the glass door': Spencer Ostrander's best phone photo

The essence of photography lies in capturing intimate moments and emotional connections between family members.

This Mom Wants "Honest Answers Only" About Other Parents Sex Lives

Sex frequency in marriage with kids fluctuates greatly based on family dynamics and individual energy levels.
Shared responsibilities among parents can lead to more frequent intimacy.

I hate big birthday parties for kids and won't ever throw one for my son. I prefer our small family dinner.

The author prefers small family birthday parties over large gatherings, believing they foster a closer, more loving atmosphere for her son.

I saw the reflection of his back rolls in the glass door': Spencer Ostrander's best phone photo

The essence of photography lies in capturing intimate moments and emotional connections between family members.
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#desire

The 50 best albums of 2024: No 4 Clairo: Charm

Clairo's album 'Charm' effectively balances themes of desire and rejection through playful yet poignant songwriting and rich instrumentation.

The Best Photos of 2024: Sexuality and the Body

Art challenges traditional views of the body, intersecting identity, intimacy, and desire, inviting deeper conversations about these themes.

The 50 best albums of 2024: No 4 Clairo: Charm

Clairo's album 'Charm' effectively balances themes of desire and rejection through playful yet poignant songwriting and rich instrumentation.

The Best Photos of 2024: Sexuality and the Body

Art challenges traditional views of the body, intersecting identity, intimacy, and desire, inviting deeper conversations about these themes.
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#personal-growth

3 Reasons Why You're Settling for Less in Your Relationship

Invisible rules shape our expectations in love, affecting what we tolerate and seek in relationships.
Real intimacy involves navigating disagreements and conflict, fostering growth together.
Dependence should not be mistaken for true devotion in relationships. Your past does not dictate your future.

Billie Eilish admits she's had 'a lot of good sex' this year: 'You're welcome'

Billie Eilish finds that her personal growth this year was primarily centered around friendship rather than romantic relationships.

3 Reasons Why You're Settling for Less in Your Relationship

Invisible rules shape our expectations in love, affecting what we tolerate and seek in relationships.
Real intimacy involves navigating disagreements and conflict, fostering growth together.
Dependence should not be mistaken for true devotion in relationships. Your past does not dictate your future.

Billie Eilish admits she's had 'a lot of good sex' this year: 'You're welcome'

Billie Eilish finds that her personal growth this year was primarily centered around friendship rather than romantic relationships.
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#emotional-connection

How Long Should You Wait to Have Sex?

The decision to wait for sex is influenced by personal comfort and the desire for emotional intimacy.

Building Lasting Romantic Connections

Building a meaningful romantic connection requires the vulnerability of self-disclosure.

ANOTHER DIFFERENT TYPES OF FOREPLAY.

Foreplay enhances intimacy and prepares spouses for a fulfilling sexual experience.

Boost Your Intimacy

Intimacy can be increased by understanding and enhancing the meaningful actions between partners that express love and care effectively.

How Long Should You Wait to Have Sex?

The decision to wait for sex is influenced by personal comfort and the desire for emotional intimacy.

Building Lasting Romantic Connections

Building a meaningful romantic connection requires the vulnerability of self-disclosure.

ANOTHER DIFFERENT TYPES OF FOREPLAY.

Foreplay enhances intimacy and prepares spouses for a fulfilling sexual experience.

Boost Your Intimacy

Intimacy can be increased by understanding and enhancing the meaningful actions between partners that express love and care effectively.
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#personal-experience

Yes, You Can Bake Your Own Wedding Cake

The author personalized their wedding experience by incorporating unique elements, such as baking their own wedding cake, reflecting their creative control and sentiment.

21 People Who Abstained From Premarital Sex Are Getting Candid About Their Wedding Nights

Many individuals choose to wait for religious reasons, leading to unique experiences and personal growth within their relationships.

Yes, You Can Bake Your Own Wedding Cake

The author personalized their wedding experience by incorporating unique elements, such as baking their own wedding cake, reflecting their creative control and sentiment.

21 People Who Abstained From Premarital Sex Are Getting Candid About Their Wedding Nights

Many individuals choose to wait for religious reasons, leading to unique experiences and personal growth within their relationships.
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#sexual-health

Sex with my partner was great until I stopped feeling anything during penetration

Understanding women's sexual physiology can alleviate pressure regarding penetrative orgasms.
Focusing on mutual pleasure rather than achieving orgasm can enhance intimacy.

Young People are Having Better Sex

Cannabis use among young adults may enhance sexual function, leading to better orgasms and increased pleasure.

My Husband Has a Strange Bedtime "Need." I Think He's Trying to Trick Me.

Sexual release can significantly impact sleep quality, emphasizing the importance of intimacy in this process.

Sex With My Husband Became Excruciatingly Painful. Here's How We Found Help.

Addressing sexual health challenges during menopause is crucial for maintaining intimacy in relationships.
Seeking help from professionals like pelvic floor physical therapists can empower women navigating menopause.

Men Who Don't Enjoy Sex Are Sharing Their Brutally Honest Feelings

Many men experience a decline in sexual sensation and libido as they age, impacting their intimate relationships.

Unbound's Flick Is a Wearable Ring Vibrator That's Deceptively Powerful

Flick is an innovative bullet vibrator providing versatile pleasure for every gender, enhancing both solo and partner experiences. Battery life is the only downside.

Sex with my partner was great until I stopped feeling anything during penetration

Understanding women's sexual physiology can alleviate pressure regarding penetrative orgasms.
Focusing on mutual pleasure rather than achieving orgasm can enhance intimacy.

Young People are Having Better Sex

Cannabis use among young adults may enhance sexual function, leading to better orgasms and increased pleasure.

My Husband Has a Strange Bedtime "Need." I Think He's Trying to Trick Me.

Sexual release can significantly impact sleep quality, emphasizing the importance of intimacy in this process.

Sex With My Husband Became Excruciatingly Painful. Here's How We Found Help.

Addressing sexual health challenges during menopause is crucial for maintaining intimacy in relationships.
Seeking help from professionals like pelvic floor physical therapists can empower women navigating menopause.

Men Who Don't Enjoy Sex Are Sharing Their Brutally Honest Feelings

Many men experience a decline in sexual sensation and libido as they age, impacting their intimate relationships.

Unbound's Flick Is a Wearable Ring Vibrator That's Deceptively Powerful

Flick is an innovative bullet vibrator providing versatile pleasure for every gender, enhancing both solo and partner experiences. Battery life is the only downside.
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#couples

6 Tips for Romantic Couples Photography

Creating romantic couples photos requires a relaxed atmosphere, avoiding cliches and stiffness to capture genuine intimacy.

Feel The Love This Christmas And Gift Yourself These One Of These 55 Sex Toys

The Magic Wand Rechargeable is a highly effective tool for relieving muscle tension and enhancing intimate experiences.

6 Tips for Romantic Couples Photography

Creating romantic couples photos requires a relaxed atmosphere, avoiding cliches and stiffness to capture genuine intimacy.

Feel The Love This Christmas And Gift Yourself These One Of These 55 Sex Toys

The Magic Wand Rechargeable is a highly effective tool for relieving muscle tension and enhancing intimate experiences.
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#sexuality

Making Out Can Be Hotter Than Sex, Says TikTok - & Experts Agree

Making out is increasingly viewed as more intimate and desirable than sex, especially among Gen Z.

deu(s ex) machina | Game Jam Showcase

Technology influences intimacy and self-discovery in complex ways, offering both connection and misunderstanding.

Finally, we are seeing older characters in sex scenes on TV - and they're hot

Portrayals of intimacy in media are evolving to include more mature couples, emphasizing that sexuality continues throughout life.

Making Out Can Be Hotter Than Sex, Says TikTok - & Experts Agree

Making out is increasingly viewed as more intimate and desirable than sex, especially among Gen Z.

deu(s ex) machina | Game Jam Showcase

Technology influences intimacy and self-discovery in complex ways, offering both connection and misunderstanding.

Finally, we are seeing older characters in sex scenes on TV - and they're hot

Portrayals of intimacy in media are evolving to include more mature couples, emphasizing that sexuality continues throughout life.
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1 month ago

This is how we do it: My life with my lover exists in a different universe to my marriage'

The author reflects on a long-distance, emotionally intense relationship with someone who is married.

Mysterious Soviet Leningrad City in Noir and Atmospheric Photographs by Boris Smelov

Photographer captures the intimate and unguarded essence of porn stars using advanced neural networks to challenge societal perceptions.
#marriage

I Have A Work Husband. Should My Real Husband Be Nervous?

Navigating romantic feelings towards a co-worker can complicate personal relationships, raising doubts about marriage stability.

People Who Waited Until Marriage To Have Sex Are Being Honest About What Their First Time Was Like

Waiting until marriage for sex can lead to unexpected emotional and physical experiences, sometimes influenced by societal and personal pressures.

I Have A Work Husband. Should My Real Husband Be Nervous?

Navigating romantic feelings towards a co-worker can complicate personal relationships, raising doubts about marriage stability.

People Who Waited Until Marriage To Have Sex Are Being Honest About What Their First Time Was Like

Waiting until marriage for sex can lead to unexpected emotional and physical experiences, sometimes influenced by societal and personal pressures.
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30 Sex Toy Gifts That'll Leave Them At A Loss For Words

The article highlights innovative and highly rated vibrators designed for exceptional pleasure, showcasing user satisfaction through detailed reviews.

Films were an escape to a deeper repression': Jarman winner Maryam Tafakory on Iranian cinema

Censorship in Iran leads filmmakers to creatively use objects like bags to represent intimacy and connection in their narratives instead of direct contact.

This newly translated volume compiles the photographic traces of a libidinous love affair

The photographs in 'The Use of Photography' reveal intimate, unvarnished moments of a fleeting love affair through the lens of discarded items.
from Datebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide
1 month ago

Review: Love is a haunting melody the searching hero of 'Queer' may never master

Luca Guadagnino's "Queer", featuring Daniel Craig, explores the complexities of first love and personal longing against a backdrop of 1950s Mexico City.

Game of Thrones star found 'mildly lesbian' scene most awkward to film

Emilia Clarke found filming a 'mildly lesbian' scene in Game of Thrones particularly awkward due to emotional difficulty.

18 Porn Sex Acts, Positions, And Tips You WILL Wanna Try Out With Someone (Trust Me, Chat)

Exploring new positions can enhance intimacy and produce unexpected pleasurable experiences.

At Shotgun Players' 'Thirty-Six,' love doesn't need physical touch

The play "Thirty-Six" creatively explores themes of intimacy and connection without physical contact, showcasing how verbal and emotional exchanges can be equally compelling.
#sexual-wellness

21 Best Sex Gifts for Sexier Holiday Sex

The article showcases holiday gift ideas focused on enhancing sexual wellness and intimacy.

Womanizer launches its first ever 'silent' vibrator

Womanizer has launched a new silent vibrator, the Vibe, featuring innovative technology and tailored stimulation for enhanced pleasure.

21 Best Sex Gifts for Sexier Holiday Sex

The article showcases holiday gift ideas focused on enhancing sexual wellness and intimacy.

Womanizer launches its first ever 'silent' vibrator

Womanizer has launched a new silent vibrator, the Vibe, featuring innovative technology and tailored stimulation for enhanced pleasure.
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Kitchen Istanbul - Review - Richmond - San Francisco - The Infatuation

Kitchen Istanbul provides an intimate, cozy dining experience with delicious Mediterranean cuisine.

Modern Love Podcast': Bridget Everett Says a Best Friend Can Be Your Greatest Love

Intimacy can exist without romance; friendships are equally deserving of recognition and appreciation in our narratives.

The Gay Bathhouse Is Alive in Portland

Gay bathhouses historically serve as safe havens for queer men to connect, reflect, and enjoy intimacy away from societal scrutiny.

The Delights review in-depth look at rural schoolboys reveals a hidden Argentina

Crespo's documentary reveals the profound connections among boys in a boarding school setting, highlighting their shared vulnerabilities and daily rituals.

An Emilia Wickstead Gown and an Italian Feast Set the Tone for This Stunning Tuscan Wedding

Kayla Seah's wedding exemplifies how personal and intimate details create memorable celebrations.

Nickhel Home / Helen Agustine Studio

The homes designed by Helen Agustine prioritize intimacy and accessibility in their layouts for her family and grandmother.
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