Time can be experienced in various ways beyond the normative modes of linear progression. Non‑normative experiences of time may involve expanding, contracting, looping, and hiding.
Some people...
Queer cinema has always been known for its subversive approach to storytelling, challenging traditional norms and conventions in filmmaking. One way it achieves this is through problematizing linear...
Online sexual interactions have become increasingly popular in recent years, with millions of people using dating apps, webcams, and chat rooms to meet potential partners for physical and emotional...
Emotional intimacy is an essential element for healthy and fulfilling relationships, but it can be influenced by many factors, including fantasies, preferences, and expectations. These elements...
Sexual therapy is a type of psychotherapy that addresses issues related to sexual functioning and satisfaction, including mismatched desire, fantasy, or expectation between partners. In this essay, I...
Sexual Autonomy and Relational Commitment: Balancing Desire With Expectation
Sexual autonomy refers to one's ability to make independent decisions about their own body, sexuality, and sexual...
The human brain is an incredible organ that processes all sensory stimuli it receives through multiple mechanisms to produce responses and reactions. When it comes to sexual arousal, there are...
Intentional Silence Can Guide Emotion
Between sensations, a complete pause—no speech, no touch—can intensify presence,
Silence becomes a holding space rather than absence,
This pause...
What is pleasure? How can we experience pleasure without expectations?
Pleasure is an emotional state of mind that feels good or pleasant. It's a positive feeling of enjoyment or happiness....