Vetted by scholars at Yale and Harvard. — Quarantine had just begun, and I clung to the two-week deadline with certainty. Surely, an entire civilization couldn’t remain closed for more than 14 days? As weeks stumbled into months, I searched the internet for positive ways to work on myself. I figured this was the best distraction from uncertainty. …

With insights from medical professionals as well. — Ever feel like you’re masturbating on auto-pilot? It’s been decades since I discovered that a helping hand feels good on my southern regions. With years to perfect self-pleasure, there are times when I masturbate without much thought. This can be great (I’m never one to scoff at arousal), but sometimes…

Get ready for some tough love, sugar. — Studies show that one of our worst fears is being bad in bed. Specifically, the data found that when it comes to sex, we don’t even want to be perceived as average. We want to be exemplary, desirable — the best anyone has ever had! This is a difficult standard…

The science of foot fetishes and the health benefits of foot massage. — In the 1980s, sex scholars discovered that the three most fetishized body parts were hair, hands, and feet. Now foot fetishes are so widespread that they’re considered mainstream; a 2007 study found that half its participants enjoy some form of foot fetish. In my research, I’ve found foot fetishes to…

It’s not as simple as you think. — If the photo above is any indication, Sagittarius is often the life of the party. Being a hedonistic sign, it can be easy to think that anyone born between November 22-Dece 21 is easily seduced. Actually, this astrology sign is far more cerebral than they appear. The symbolism of Sagittarius…

If you experience painful sex or are a survivor of sexual assault, this info is particularly helpful. — “Most doctors, OBGYNs included, are not required to take human sexuality classes or trainings … As a result, many OBGYNs do not have specialized training and knowledge in pelvic pain and pleasure.” — Nicoletta Heidegger, MA, MEd, Sex Therapist When I began having sex, it was a painful experience.

Shy people are really good in bed. — As a proud extrovert, I’m captivated by shy people. Each time I spot one of these mysterious wallflowers, I gravitate in their direction. I want to understand their impulse towards listening as a form of connection since my impulse is socializing as a form of connection. Luckily, opposites do attract…

LGBTQ+ couples have more orgasms than straight people, according to research. — Yesterday I was reviewing data on LGBTQ+ sex and relationships, and I noticed two fascinating patterns. (1) Due to the trauma queer people experience, we can be more self-reflective than our heterosexual cousins. (2) Since we don’t fit the erotic or romantic mold, we are also more likely to question…

This women's history month, let’s get erotic. — Sex is a necessary, taboo topic. This is just as true today as it was a century ago, but thanks to the work of countless women, we are all in a much better position than ever before. In honor of sex-positive activism and the beauty of feminity, here are eight…