Sex + Love

If I had grown up with a more complete picture of sex up to that point, would I have felt less horrified that day?

"Because you acted like a stupid bitch." That’s what it says on the paper, the tiny piece of paper, or maybe envelope or napkin that I found in the box of old letters I keep stashed in my closet. I stare at the words and read them out loud, in hopes that the action will shake loose the memory. Nothing.

Unsure what makes it an emotional affair? These six warning signs provide a good idea of what to avoid.

I went on a date last week. We had drinks, we chatted — an overall good night. At the end he asked me, “Do you want to go somewhere?” I said “sure,” thinking it was just a walk.

Could you, or someone you know be addicted to sex? If you’re wondering, take the test (in the article below), then seek help with no shame attached.

A couple of days into my period my family and I were sitting at the kitchen table eating dinner. Halfway through my father said he could, “smell my maxi pads in the garbage in the bathroom.” I was horrified and instantly started to cry.

We can’t control the events that the world will throw in our paths, but we do have the authority to manage our reaction to each and every one. That’s not to say that pain, fear, anger, and other negative emotions cannot play a role, but there comes a time when one must let go.

Your relationship broke up. You can repair your relationship! No matter what happened, getting your ex to forgive you is a little bit of work.