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.
Sex & Sexuality
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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
Hi! So I, 18, have a friends with benefits situation going on with one of my best friends, a trans woman. Neither of us want to be in a relationship with the other, we are just exploring our sexuality...
Hi! I identify as asexual and I always wonder what sexual attraction feels like since I probably don't feel it. I doubt myself sometimes though; if I don't know what sexual attraction is, how am I...
What does sexual attraction feel like?
- Heather Corinna
Articles and Advice in this area:
- Sara Rowe Mount
Stereotypes and false beliefs about the sexualities of cis men aren’t exclusive to conservative circles. They have been pervasive all over the place for decades, even in the medical profession and scientific literature.
- Gabrielle Kassel
Easily recognized for their bulbous head and long handle, wand vibrators have been bringing magic, and sensation, to people of all ages since 1968.
- Summer Tao
Disabled people are experts on their own lives, and that includes their sexuality.
- Mikky Bell
A way to challenge internalized ideas about desire is to ask yourself: whose voice is this thought coming from?
- Anya
A common misconception about engaging in sex with trans and nonbinary people is that there is a “right” and a “wrong” way to touch each other. There isn’t.
- Imogen Mchugh
Mobility aids help you lead a fulfilling, independent life. Shouldn’t they do the same in the bedroom?
- Aurélia Gervasoni
Opening up to yourself and to another person physically may take time, but it is absolutely possible.
- Aurélia Gervasoni
You may have a curiosity to see what a new existence of desire can offer you, and you may find in it a source of confidence — within yourself, and with partners.
- s.e. smith
Hi Bea, First of all, congratulations on taking a big step towards managing your anxiety. I know firsthand how hard it is to reach out for help and talk about treatment options and I’m proud of you! I also unfortunately know firsthand how side effects from psychiatric medications can affect your…
- Maya Walsh-Little
A journey doesn’t need to have a destination. Approaching masturbation with a curiosity-focused mindset can help you learn more about yourself.