A partner telling you not to use toys is engaging in controlling behavior. You have agency over your own sexuality.
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Articles and Advice in this area:
- Aurélia Gervasoni
Opening up to yourself and to another person physically may take time, but it is absolutely possible.
- Sara Traynor
Recent studies show that, when it comes to sex, there are overlapping issues that ADHDers share.
- Hans Lindahl
“How do I enjoy sex?” is hardly a question that’s unique to intersex people, but some of the answers to that question are different than they might be for people who aren’t intersex.
- Leslie Massicotte, M.Ed.
It’s common to feel hesitant about having sex again in the postpartum period. Let’s talk through some of the changes you can expect and what you can do if you are feeling ready to safely get your sexy back on.
- Emily Wilson
I believe that sexual pleasure with someone else can only truly be found through vulnerability, through the radical act of maybe not knowing, in being willing to potentially even embarrass yourself in the pursuit of something greater.
- Celia Bliss
This is a situation with many layers, so I’m not surprised you feel such a mixture of emotions, especially feelings of detachment. First, I want to encourage you to give yourself space to recognize how challenging this situation is and how there is no template for what you’re feeling. This will…
- Haley Moss
In my experience, disclosure is an ongoing conversation and there is no single “correct” way to do it, but there are ways our partners can be stronger allies.
- Heather Corinna
What does sexual attraction feel like? It can feel many different ways for many different people. Here are some of them!
- Lisa Laman
Two smart, insightful and autistic people who like talking about relationships walk into an interview…