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Tis the Season for Giving … Yourself Pleasure! The Benefits of Masturbation and Much-Needed “Me Time”
There are many misconceptions about masturbation and self-pleasure coupled with public embarrassment and feelings of shame. Books and movies often espouse a negative perception of …
Age is Nothing But a…Passionate Sex Life!
Stereotypical misconceptions surrounding sex at age 60+ shape the cultural narrative that sex is for younger generations and that older folks don’t feel the desire to be sexual past a certain age. Senior sex and intimacy could not be further from the truth (or more satisfying!). …
Diminished Sex Drive During Coronavirus? You Are Not Alone.
It is completely natural and understandable to experience a reduction in sexual desire and interest during this time.
Many of us entered 2020 bright eyed and bushy tailed only to be …
Learning in a New Way: Foria’s School of Unlearning
Recently, Foria featured seven of its “School of Unlearning” teachers, who shared their journeys toward self-love, empowerment, and unlearning shame. These voices are important, and they have words of wisdom to offer everyone. …
Happy Pride 2020! How do we do this?
No, it won’t be parades and floats and millions in the streets this year – but Pride organizers felt it important to maintain the visibility the yearly celebration brings, especially for those who might attend the event as their first Pride, and to keep the history and the vision of Pride alive. …
Father’s Day Sex? Let’s Talk.
So, you bought the lingerie, you’ve stashed some candles and massage oil (and maybe lined up a sitter for the evening if you have children). But are you in the mood? …
Personal Space, Connection, and the world in between
Last week we talked about new love languages, including, in particular, the longing for more “personal space” while we hibernate at home. The need for new ways to connect during this time creates a variety of different challenges for everyone. For couples, learning to …
One to Watch: Normal People on Hulu
If you’re needing a bit (more) escape right now, here’s a great one to watch. Check out Normal People on Hulu right now, which touches on power, sex, and the desire to give and receive love. …
Is “Personal Space” your 6th Love Language?
Since Dr. Gary Chapman’s The 5 Love Languages was first published in 1992, many have suggested the need to add a 6th love language, especially in light of how prevalent technology (the internet, smartphones, apps, texting, emails) has become in our daily lives. All of these advancements …
Couples in quarantine: Put the heat in cabin fever
As the shelter-in-place edicts have continued from days to weeks to months, we're all being confronted with a barrage of emotions. We may be seeing new sides of our personalities as we react to the crisis around us and the new and unique challenges it brings, and the same is true for those who are isolating with us. Dr. Stephanie Buehler recently...