I’m a relationship therapist and here are 4 ways *I* resolve arguments with my partner

Fighting more than ever in quarantine? A relationship therapist shares four tips she personally uses for how to solve relationship arguments. That means theyve also had to learn firsthand how to solve relationship arguments. So why not learn go-to strategies that the pros use at home, in their own lives? 4 tips for how to solve relationship arguments, just like a relationship therapist would. We dont walk away anymore, says Dr....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 237 words · Samantha Oconnor

I’m a Relationship Therapist, and This Is the Biggest Thing People Get Wrong About Compatibility

What is relationship compatibility? Probably different than what you think it is, says a relationship therapist. Here’s what to know. But in my experience, this question isnt the right one to be asking. Experts in This Article Benjamin Seaman, LCSW, is a therapist who specializes in couples counseling. Sheryl Paul, MA is a therapist and anxiety expert and the founder of Conscious Transitions. Benjamin Seaman, LCSW, is a therapist who specializes in couples counseling....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 223 words · Dustin Weber

I’m a Runner With Flat Feet, and These Are the Most Cushioned Pair of Running Shoes I’ve Ever Tried (Bonus: Podiatrists Love Them)

I can confirm that this pair is the most cushioned pair of running shoes Ive ever tried. Keep scrolling for everything you should probably know about the Bondi SRs. Because I have a bunion, finding running shoes is an uphill battle, but not with the SRs. Im also a fan of low-impact activities while wearing the SRs. The rocker bottom is early-stage, so it may help people with mid-foot and heel pain....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 269 words · Kaitlin Tanner

I’m a Sex Coach in a Monogamish Relationship—Here’s How I Handle the Fear and Jealousy That Can Come With Non-Monogamy

Even if you want to embrace non-monogamy with a partner, you may still experience fear and jealousy. A “monogamish” sex coach shares advice. The prospect of actually engaging in this fantasy, however, sparked loud, conflicting voices in my head. The process has been a gateway to personal and relationship growth and enhanced pleasure. But it certainly hasnt always been easy or linear. 5 tips to manage fear and jealousy when embracing non-monogamy with a partner 1....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 171 words · Joe Richards

I’m a Sex Coach, and These Are My 7 Best Tips for Overcoming Sexual Hang-Ups and Roadblocks

Sexual wellness coach andLora DiCarloWellSx coachAmy Weissfeld, for one, doesnt think you should. Get to know yourself Masturbate. Pay attention to what you like and what you dontnotice the small things, says Weissfeld. Are you holding your breath? How does your belly or your vagina or your head feel when you consider X or Y? Find your hell yes, know your hell no, and learn how to set and defend your boundaries....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 241 words · Jade Smith

I’m a Sex Expert, and These Are the Best Sex Toys for Older Adults

Want To Transform Your Outdoor Space into a Calming, Boho-Chic Escape (Um, Yes)? But change can certainly be good, leading to growth andin the case of sexincreased pleasure. Sex toys for older adults are great because they can facilitatepleasure that we all deserve to experience. If you are experiencing vaginal prolapse, its advised you see a medical provider. For sex, specifically, a certain aid can help. This rings are super-flexible, making them comfortable and pleasurable for all participating people....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 156 words · Melissa Miller MD

I’m a Sex Therapist Who’s Non-Monogamous and Polyamorous—And, No, They’re Not the Same Thing

Polyamory fits under the non-monogamy umbrella, but there’s a crucial difference separating the two. Here, learn about the difference. The point here is that non-monogamy is a general term that can take on a number of meanings. So, the key difference between general non-monogamy and polyamory? And with non-monogamy, a needany needis getting met by more than one person. Yes, for some people itmightbe just about sex. … Everyone involved is consenting, contributing, and agreeing to the guidelines put in place....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 247 words · Debra Wright

I’m a Sex Therapist, and Here’s How Sex Toys Can Improve Your Sexual Wellness Beyond Providing Pleasure

And considering the benefits of sex toys, were better off for it. One silver lining of the pandemic is that itlaid the foundation for an increased use in sex toys. As a sex therapist, Iloveseeing this shift. Well, it may start with pleasurebut thats far from where it ends. If youre thinking,Of course sex toys make you feel good, fair point. But whats less obvious is how vital pleasure is to our overall health and well-being....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 193 words · Meagan Klein

I’m a Sex Therapist, and This Is the Most Common Issue I Treat

This is what fuels us feeling the post-NRE crash so acutely. And after the crash, its common to discover a conflict of what Dr. Wise callserotic love styles, which includes both what turns us on and how we like to have sex. Wise says the most common sexual problem she treats is mismatched desire and love stye. Here are her 6 tips to bridge the gap. Start by sorting out where you are on the desire curve....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 291 words · Robert Kennedy

I’m a Sexologist, and Here’s Why It’s Just a Myth That Longer Sex Equals Better Sex

How long should sex be anyway? With that in mind, the goal of sex is, apparently, doing it all night long. But for many vulva-owners, the constant in-out, in-out of vaginally penetrative sex can be tedious oreven painful. So, how long should sex be, ideally? The short answer is that according to sexperts, it depends. Are you going for a quickie, or are you in for a long, passion-filled night?...

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 220 words · Steven Boyer

I’m a Sexologist, and I Love These 4 PG-Rated Outercourse Ideas for Boosting Intimacy

Every bit of touch feels electrifyingeven touching thats ostensibly innocent in nature. Your hands brush, maybe you even hold hands, you hug goodbye. It all fills you with excitement. That same excitement grows with yourphysically intimate relationshipand experiencing the electricity certainly doesnt require having penetrative intercourse. Rather, its requires you to rely on decidedly more PG-rated outercourse ideas to ramp up anticipation. I define sex as a meaningful act of pleasure....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 133 words · Jason Palmer

I’m a Solo, Childless Flyer, and No, I Don’t Want To Switch Plane Seats With You

Yes, Im here with my kids, she interrupts, but you’re free to sitthere. She gestures with a hand-wave to 26C, an aisle seat. This isnt the first time Ive been a victim of nonconsensual airplane seat switching. Since when did this become acceptable behavior? Why are airplane seat switching requests becoming rampant and ruder? Im not the only victim of airplane seat switching; Ive found a community of unseated victims on TikTok....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 298 words · Lisa Simmons

I’m a Sustainability Expert, And Here’s How to Actually Reduce Your Waste At Home

(Is your jaw on the floor, too?) But for us non-experts, going low waste sounds extremely intimidatingand there isnt a clear-cut starting line. What is The Missionary Sex Position? The trash (yes, really). (Feeling a little too seen right now.) After you identify what takes up most of your waste, Jhanneus next target is the kitchen. … (A win-win.) As for the food waste, start composting. (Its easier than you think....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 132 words · Michael Nichols