Coping with intimacy while single can get tough. Black women, often carry the weight of the world on their shoulders. They are expected to be strong, independent, and self-sufficient. But sometimes, ...

In my last post, I discussed the crucial need for close, trusting connections, as well as the various hindrances that constrain such ties. Here I’ll identify what’s essential to know if you’re to ...

Enhancing Intimacy: Building Authentic ConnectionsGoing Beyond Physical ConnectionIntimacy is rooted in emotional, physical, ...

Intimacy seems to be more and more crowded out of modern lives. Our homes have so many gadgets, our lives so many electronic devices — how and where does one find solitude or intimate moments out of ...

Sex, according to certified sex therapist Shadeen Francis, creates an opportunity for sensory pleasure. “Pleasure is important to our wellbeing. It settles our nervous systems, can improve our immune ...

*Some people make love look easy. They capture seemingly perfect photos in romantic places with lots of #hashtags. Yet, we forget these captions and photos are fleeting moments. Relationships take ...

In my practice as a psychotherapist, I’ve observed a remarkable pattern in the lives of people who are striving for a life filled with healthy intimacy. As I describe in my book Deeper Dating, this ...

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When couples engage in open communication about their sexual desires and needs, they unlock a multitude of benefits for their relationship. First and foremost, it strengthens both the emotional and ...

For years, actors were expected to portray intimate situations on stage with little or no preparation or training. For some, the experience was a fraught minefield, stirring uncomfortable memories or ...