When it comes to the topic of speaking up about your needs in the bedroom, many of us don't feel like we can, leaving us unsatisfied. The cause of this is complex, with problems stemming from societal influences, self-esteem, less than satisfactory past … [Read more...] about Here are some tips to enrich your sex life
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A 3-step guide to mindful masturbation
Intimate pleasure is certainly not reserved for those who are coupled up. Even though much of the public conversation centers on commercialized date nights for couples celebrating their love, intimate pleasure actually starts with the single self. Masturbation shouldn’t be … [Read more...] about A 3-step guide to mindful masturbation
To improve young people’s self esteem, ditch the term virginity
Here at The Optimist Daily, we are all about empowerment. Whether it’s through societal, financial, or physical means, hearing these stories are important to inspire our own. That is why this Valentine’s Week, we wanted to share with you this interesting take on sexual … [Read more...] about To improve young people’s self esteem, ditch the term virginity
Gut bacteria have nutrient-sharing ‘sex’
Keeping with the theme of love and intimacy this Valentine’s Day, we’re delighted to share this recent sexy tidbit about something typically quite unsexy -- gut bacteria! Some bacteria reproduce asexually. Others do it the old-fashioned way with a partner, but apparently, … [Read more...] about Gut bacteria have nutrient-sharing ‘sex’
Sex in space? The push to find out if we can reproduce in outer space
Although human settlement on other planets was once just a pipe dream, rapid technological advancements are making it seem like a truly viable possibility for the future of humanity. However, before any human colony can settle in space, scientists need to figure out if and how … [Read more...] about Sex in space? The push to find out if we can reproduce in outer space