What’s sex? What’s sexuality? How do people experience and actively express their sexualities, by themselves, with partners or both? How can we take part in sex in ways that are wanted and consensual, physically and emotionally safe and enjoyable for everyone? How do you figure out what you like? How can you communicate about sex? How do you deal with feelings like fear, shame, anxiety, dysphoria and other body image issues? How do you create the kind of sexual life you want? You’ll find the answers to all these and more here.
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I am a 26 year old female and I have been struggling with the feeling of not ever feeling “done” even if I reach a point of multiple orgasms that leave me satisfied. I have tried what I think is...
I don't feel “done” after sex or orgasm
- Heather Corinna
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In this series, Gabrielle Kassel fills you in on what a given kind of toy does, how it can be used, what’s needed to use with it, how to be sure to play safe, how to get it or DIY it when you can and more.
- Gabrielle Kassel
Despite being one of the most beginner-friendly toys, because there are so many different styles, sizes, and shapes, buying one can often feel overwhelming. Ahead, a guide to demystify dildos.
- Gabrielle Kassel
Anal toys—and anal beads in particular—are often dubbed advanced sex toys, but the category itself is not off-limits to those new to the wonderful world of sex toys.
- Sassafras Patterdale
Sex while homeless isn’t always easy, but there are lots of ways you can protect yourself and your community while being sexual and building connections.
- Gabrielle Kassel
Butt plugs do exactly what they say: they plug a bumhole because it can feel good.
- Liz Duck-Chong and Juniper Muller
Learn about what an erection is, how it might look for specific bodies and hormonal profiles, and how to have some useful and fun conversations with sexual partners.
- Summer Tao
Sensations don’t have to ruin the mood: How to talk to your partner about the “yes please” and “no thanks” of smells, sights, sounds, and more.
- Gabrielle Kassel
Beginner-friendly and intuitive, strokers can help people reimagine masturbation or manual sex with a partner, adding textures, sensations, and sometimes vibrations.
- s.e. smith
There’s nothing wrong with you if you’ve been aroused in a situation where you were uncomfortable or the setting wasn’t sexual.
- Heather Corinna
If someone isn’t satisfied or doesn’t feel “done” after having an orgasm, that doesn’t mean something is wrong. Orgasm is rarely what makes for satisfying sexual experiences for people.