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How to Make Sex More Enjoyable *Hint* It’s Not a Textbook Answer

I don’t know what you learned in sex ed, but probably nothing about how to make sex more enjoyable. Because having sex and enjoying sex is different. When I first lost my virginity, I didn’t know what to do. In fact, I didn’t do much. I replayed some sex scenes from movies in my head, trying to figure out where to put my hands, etc. But it was a giant mess. It would have been nice to know how to make sex more enjoyable at that point. The only way I learned was through practice. Well, that isn’t a bad way of figuring it out either. But, of course, there are some helpful tips you can follow to make your sex life more fun and exciting because that’s what sex is supposed to be. It’s not a chore, it’s an act, and one that you should enjoy while doing. [Read: Commonly accepted sex “facts” that are really wrong ] How to make sex more enjoyable We always hear from other people about their sex lives. Whether they need better sex or they’re having the best sex in their life—we hear about it.

How to Ask a Guy Out Over Text: 15 Moves to Get the Answer You Want

Wondering how to ask a guy out over text? You found the right article. Learn how to ask him out and get the answer you want. Texting. What a wonderful invention. It lets us ask a quick question without an hour long phone call, lets us get to know someone without the jitters, and lets you ask someone out with a bit less fear. Asking your mom for advice when it comes to knowing how to ask a guy out over text might not be the best idea. Seeing as texting was only invented in about 13 years ago. But good news, it’s not that hard. Before asking him out, break the ice You do not want to start a texting conversation with “will you go out with me?” That will catch him off guard. Instead break the ice. Chat about your day, a new song you discovered, or anything that can be carried over into the potential date. You can even bring up a movie you’ve been dying to see or a restaurant you love as a smooth transition into the ask out. [Read: How to text a guy you like and leave him wanting more ]

15 Signs She’s Flirting with You Even if She Doesn’t Make It Obvious

Is she smiling or giving you the eye, but you’re not sure what she wants? If that’s the case, it’s time you found out the signs she’s flirting with you. The movie What Women Want wasn’t made without inspiration. So many men are tongue-tied trying to figure out if the girl of their dreams likes them or not. Let alone pick up on the signs she’s flirting with you. Well, usually when this happens, guys are too busy freaking out and overthinking. And you’re missing all the small details which tell you everything. Stop it! If you really want to find out, you’re going to have to relax and start paying attention to the nonverbal cues. [Read:  10 clearly noticeable signs of body language attraction ] The signs she’s flirting with you Women aren’t as vocal as men when it comes to expressing their attraction for someone. Rather, they’re much subtler and make small gestures and hints to show the guy that they’re into him. You may be talking to a girl and she’ll be giving you all the signs sh

Internalized Misogyny: How to Recognize It, Fight It and Win Over It

Internalized misogyny is much deeper and more complicated than blatant sexism. Learning about what it is, how it formed, and how to fight it is crucial today. We all know what misogyny and sexism look like. At least I hope we all do. It is clear behavior rooted in the belief that women are less than men. But, internalized misogyny can be seen from anyone, even feminists. I am sure I have even shown signs of internalized misogyny at points in my life. But what is it? Internalized misogyny is involuntarily believing the stereotypes held against women. This means that the intense amount of sexism in society has made its way into our psyches and even though we are feminists, some of those negatives beliefs still seep in. [Read: How to instantly recognize someone who hates women ] Why is internalized misogyny a thing? From a young age, we have all *or almost all* been raised to believe boys and girls are different. Girls wear pink and boys wear blue. Boys work and women take care of th

Communication Exercises for Couples: Easy Games to be a Better Lover

So many couples lack the basic skills for effective communication. But you can change that with these communication exercises for couples. Once you have a boyfriend or girlfriend, you think the hard part is all over. But finding the right partner isn’t as challenging as learning how to communicate with them. Learning these communication exercises for couples can help you navigate your way through the challenging moments. When the masks come off Everyone experiences butterflies in the beginning, but when those butterflies flutter away, you’re left facing the real person. For some people, they can’t handle it. They had a specific image of the person standing in front of them. And it’s just been crushed. But this is actually great news, because now you get to be with the actual person. But learning about your partner’s flaws and tackling issues can be challenging. Your partner may not be overly communicative with their emotions. While they’re not doing this to spite you, it’s hard fo

What Does It Mean to Love Someone? 21 Good & Bad Ways to Define Love

Being in love is broadly seen as this beautiful feeling that cannot be compared to anything else, but what does it mean to love someone? Love has more than one meaning. You love your new shoes, and you love your parents. You love your pet. And you love your partner. But what does it mean to love someone? Because all of those types of love are different. They are all strong and impactful but vary from person to person and situation to situation. What kinds of love are there? As I said, the types of love that exist are endless. There is familial love, platonic love, romantic love, and so on and so forth. But, even though love is mostly seen as a positive thing, love is treated differently by everyone. Love is not just a good feeling, but also means you risk being hurt. It can be used as an excuse to treat someone a certain way. It can be confused with infatuation. It can even lead to dysfunction and disrespect. Just like anything else meant for good, in the wrong hands, it can be

How to Emotionally Detach When You Don’t Have Any Other Choice

You know, as hard as it is, sometimes we have to know how to emotionally detach ourselves from the people we love. But that’s easier said than done, right? You know, when you care about someone, you never thought the day would come where you’d have to know how to emotionally detach from them. For myself, I dated a guy experimenting too much with drugs. He left me no choice but to detach myself and end the relationship. Of course, I wanted to help him, but he didn’t want to change. So, what could I have done? Nothing. The hard part wasn’t breaking up with him, the hard part came when I had to emotionally distance myself. [Read: Right reasons to break up with someone you love ] How to emotionally detach yourself from someone you love It’s really not an easy thing to do. But if you’re reading this then you’ve thought long and hard about it already. Coming to this conclusion comes with its tears and anger but now you’re here, so you can only move forward with this. Yes, you care and lo

All the Signs of a Boring Relationship & Ways to Bring Back the Fun

Is your routine showing signs of a boring relationship? Do you need to find a way to bring the spark back? I’ve got you covered. Relationships are not just go with the flow. They require effort, energy, and sometimes hard work. But that is what makes an amazing relationship worth it. So, if you’re seeing these signs of a boring relationship, it’s time to get to work. The thing is, once you get comfy sitting around binging Netflix and eating pizza, things can get boring. Now that may sound like a perfect date to you, but when there is zero effort being put into the relationship on both sides, it can get boring and get boring fast. [Read:  15 reasons why almost all couples get bored with their relationship ] What are the signs of a boring relationship? Before getting into the details, a boring relationship does not necessarily mean a bad relationship. With a little care, love, and passion it can be fun again. #1 Routine. Routines are great for jobs, pets, and children, but having a

20 of the Most Romantic Seasonal Winter Movies

Want to curl up with something romantic and seasonal on cold winter nights? Look no further: here is a list of the 20 most romantic winter movies. When it comes to the season of romance, winter has a lot of competition. There is spring, with its bursting greenery and blossoms; summer with its lakeside skinny-dipping and city park picnics; and autumn with its scarlet and crimson canopies. Even with this intense competition, winter holds a special place in the soul of the romantic—the starkness of a white winter backdrop almost seeming to highlight the warmth of human emotion. Not without reason, then, the season has produced some of the most classic and heartwarming cinematic offerings. Of these, the following twenty are what we consider the absolute best. 20 best romantic offerings for winter #1 Groundhog Day . “Groundhog Day” has a strong opening score for what is, essentially, a comedy—mainly due to Bill Murray’s masterly performance as a cynical weather reporter who keeps reliv

25 Perfect Gifts to Get Your Girlfriend for Christmas

Clueless about what to give your girl this Yuletide season? Well, worry no more—we’ve shortlisted the top 25 gifts to get your girlfriend for Christmas.   Christmas is all about family, loved ones, and giving. However, this season of cheer can be mixed with a little stress and frustration if you don’t know what to give your girl. This is especially true when your girlfriend has already given you her gift for you right at the start of December. It’s nerve-wracking, right? Well, don’t worry. Even if you are still looking for a gift a few days before Christmas, there’s still time. So before you lose hope, just dust yourself off and look at these easy-peasy ideas for the perfect Christmas gifts to give your honey. Classic Christmas gifts for your girl #1 Watch. There’s nothing that says special yet unassuming more than a watch for her. It’s functional yet classy enough to wear with a few matching jewelry items or on its own. You can go with something minimalist or modern. You can als