I think you can feel seen and known and loved when someone really looks you in the eye. A recent article in the New York Times titled, “Pssst. Look Over Here” by Kate Murphy, explores the importance of eye contact. “Only actual eye contact fully activates those parts of the brain that allow us to …
Continue ReadingBut we have no time…Or do we?
One of the most common complaints among couples is feeling like they don’t have time to bond. Between the stresses of work, home, parenting, and other responsibilities, spending quality time with each other often falls to the bottom of the list. Yes, the occasional date night or vacation can be a nice break that provides …
Continue ReadingThe inner workings of an orgasm — watch here!
Ever wonder how an orgasm works? Here’s your opportunity to get a speedy, fun overview of the process. I don’t promise you will understand the whole thing, but it does give you a sense of how complicated a process it is…and it will also probably make you smile! Even if you never have experienced an …
Continue ReadingSex and shame.
Shame is one of those things that is universally experienced but spoken about minimally, yet it is an incredibly powerful force in the way we perceive ourselves and our relationships. People feel shame about a variety of issues in their lives. For women, shame around their bodies and sexuality is unfortunately very common and can …
Continue ReadingHow to love, and books that can help.
In my last blog entry, I talked about a hypothetical college course teaching young adults how to love. The more I think about this idea the more vital I think it is. Because so many marriages end in divorce wouldn’t it be helpful if young people had more education and guidance around such an important …
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