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Are You Seriously Turned On By Validation? Here’s How to Explore a Praise Kink in Bed

There’s nothing like a steady stream of compliments to make good sex fantastic.
Sex

A Beginner’s Guide to Pegging

Ready to take butt stuff to a whole new level? Here’s how to try it.
Sex

9 Very Hot Non-Penetrative Sex Ideas

If you can’t—or don’t want to—get it in, we’ve got some moves that’ll still get you off.
Life

How to Deal With a Friend Who Complains Constantly

You’re not a bad person for wanting a break from the negativity.
Life

How to Make Friends With Other Couples

You might have to look outside your social circle to find The Ones.
Love

How Bad Is It, Really, to Go Through Your Partner’s Phone When They’re Not Looking?

Sneaking a peek at their texts can be tempting, but we asked a therapist if it’s worth it.
Life

5 Little Ways to Practice Setting Boundaries If You’re a Recovering People Pleaser

Standing up for yourself doesn’t have to be dramatic or confrontational.
Breast Cancer

Dating in Your 30s Is Hard Enough—Here’s What It’s Like If You Also Have Breast Cancer

One guy told me, “I just get uncomfortable with needles and doctors and stuff like that.”
Life

How to Stop Obsessing Over Someone You Hate

If your least favorite influencer or ex’s new partner is living in your head rent-free, read this.
Love

What Does ‘Enough’ Sex Really Look Like in a Healthy Relationship?

Is once a week really the sweet spot? We asked experts to weigh in.
Love

7 People Share How They Discovered Their Partner Was Emotionally Cheating

“She was quick to start fights…and spoke fondly of a coworker.”
Life

How to Stop Obsessing About What Other People Think of You

Craving social acceptance is only human, but the desire to belong can also go too far.
Losing battle

5 Signs You and Your Partner’s Arguments Are Unhealthy

If one of you regularly employs the silent treatment, that’s a problem.
Love

‘All My Exes Are Crazy’ Is a Relationship Red Flag You Should Take Seriously

Constantly trash-talking people they once loved reveals a lot about their character.
Endometriosis

How Dating With a Chronic Illness Taught Me Not to Settle for Less

The stigma is real, but I had to stop thinking of myself as “damaged goods.”
Relationships

14 Non-Corny Ways to Feel Much Closer to Your Partner

Ask them for advice, sleep in their clothes, and sneak a candy bar into their work bag.
Love

How to Get Really, Really Good at Kissing

Tips about form, technique, and all things tongue.
Love

8 People Share How Their Divorce Changed Their Life for the Better

“Finally, I loved what I did for a living. I loved who I was and the new friends I’d made.”
Sex

What My First Time Having Sex After Giving Birth Felt Like

It absolutely took longer than six weeks to get back in the groove.
Love

6 Not-Obvious Signs You’re Falling Out of Love With Your Partner

There’s a difference between needing a little space and fantasizing about a separate life.