When your sex life is manage by astral objects! Ah, gender stereotypes and sexual desire! As a sexologist, this is my daily bread. I spend my days navigating between “Men are from Mars” and “Women are from Venus.” And honestly, if Mars and Venus could talk, they would laugh at our earthly quarrels. Let’s start with the classic stereotype: “Men
Photo by Deon Black on Unsplash Understanding Sexual Desire and Seduction Sexual desire and seduction are essential aspects of romantic and intimate life. Understanding these concepts can be complex, but renowned relationship expert and psychotherapist Esther Perel offers intriguing perspectives on these subjects. In this article, we will explore key ideas regarding sexual desire and seduction, and how they
Photo by Myriam Zilles on Unsplash Dive into the World of Chemsex: Sex, Drugs, and Alcohol Chemsex, an increasingly common term, refers to a sexual practice that combines the use of drugs and sexual activities. This emerging trend has sparked numerous debates and questions within society. The consumption of alcohol has also long been associated with sexual activities and intimate
Photo by Harry Cunningham on Unsplash How Sexuality and Spirituality Merge Spirituality and sexuality are two essential aspects of the human experience, and their connection is often overlooked or misunderstood. However, sexuality can be a powerful vehicle for spiritual fulfillment if we allow ourselves the possibility. Will you dare to open up? Sexuality as a Path of Transcendence Sexuality can
Photo by jurien huggins on Unsplash A step in the right direction Over the past few decades, society has experienced significant changes in its perception of masculinity. The old, rigid stereotypes that dictated how a man should behave and conform to traditional standards of masculinity are being challenged. The new criteria of masculinity today are emerging, reflecting a broader and
Sexual Consent in Long-Term Relationships: Nurturing Trust and Respect Consent is a fundamental aspect of healthy sexual relationships, and it remains just as important in long-term partnerships as it is in new encounters. However, in long-term relationships, it’s easy to fall into patterns and assumptions that may undermine the clear and enthusiastic consent needed for a mutually satisfying sexual connection.
Kissing as a therapeutic tool Kissing is one of the most intimate acts in a romantic relationship, but it is often taken for granted and given little thought. However, according to psychologist and couples therapist David Schnarch, kissing is actually an important indicator of the health of a relationship and can even be a tool for strengthening emotional and
My body betrays my head, or my head betrays my body. Maybe you’ve had a sexual experience where your sexual desires and pleasure weren’t in line with your body’s physiological reactions? If so, don’t worry, you’re not broken. This phenomenon that affects many individuals is called sexual discordance. It’s like grocery shopping for a recipe. In this case, the recipe
Even if polyamorous/open relationships are now increasingly recognized and accepted, monogamy is mostly never questioned and generally always goes without saying, even in casual relationships. It is also very rare, even unthinkable, to hear discussions about monogamy between two people. But it’s still funny to imagine : “Honey, I have to tell you something… I am monogamous! Is it ok
Nowadays, pornography is almost everywhere. Despite the different polarized views that can be conveyed, porn leaves no one indifferent. Now socially acceptable, it can allow the discovery of fantasies and practices, encourage masturbation, and can be used to spice up sex routines. However, porn has also negative consequences. First, it is impossible to know for sure the legitimacy of what
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