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    When “Perfect” Gets in the Way of Pleasure: Rigidity, Armoring & Sexual Connection

    December 22, 2025

    Erica* appeared confident; a poster child for the American beauty standard. Straight white teeth. Long, sleek blonde hair. Strong, upright posture. A…

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    Male Sexual Confidence: Why Does it Matter in a Relationship?

    November 18, 2025

    “Men think she’s not interested in sex, but it’s not that… she’s not interested in the sex she’s gonna have. In order…

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    Men, Vulnerability & Close Relationships

    June 24, 2025

    It is no secret that many men are raised from boyhood to dismiss their feelings; to treat them as of lesser importance…

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    The History of ‘Guilty Pleasure’

    April 17, 2025

    I have a radical idea: …let’s take down the term “guilty pleasure.” What if we stop feeling guilty about pleasure and the…

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    6 Ways to Escape the Pleasure Paradox

    March 14, 2025

    Too Busy for Pleasure? Don’t worry, feeling sensual and getting sh*t done are not mutually exclusive. “If the world were merely seductive,…

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    The Erotic Connection: Keys to Lifelong Passion in Relationships (And They’re Not What You May Think They Are)

    January 21, 2025

    Years ago, I was set to teach a women’s workshop entitled, “Unraveling the Pleasure Paradox & Embracing Erotic Energy.” To my surprise,…

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    Unraveling the Mystery of Pleasure

    December 18, 2024

    What brings you pleasure? Think about something that gives you pleasure. Most people can list the foods they love to eat (that…

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    Simple Ways to Free Yourself from Fear of Rejection and Abandonment in Relationships

    August 19, 2024

    From all appearances, Cheryl and Sam* are in love. They thoroughly enjoy their time together, are affectionate and are a delight to…

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    Understanding “Modern” Tantra and Its Connection to Sexual Unity

    July 23, 2024

    Imagine you and your partner possess a secret that vastly improves how you intimately engage with one another; something that helps you…

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