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The Myth of Good Sex vs. Bad Sex I know that some of the sex that you have is good and other sex you could just leave behind. That’s not what I’m talking about in this particular post. The myth that I’m talking about is that some partners are good
Delayed Ejaculation: Here’s What It Is and How to Treat It Delayed ejaculation is a frustrating problem for any man to deal with. You may have heard of premature ejaculation, but delayed can be equally problematic, if not more. Simply put, delayed ejaculation is a man’s inability to reach orgasm/climax
Premature Ejaculation and Slowing Down Early ejaculation can be extremely distressing for men, and it can be also very frustrating for partners of people who have this as well. However, I have noticed a common trend in my clients who are dealing with this problem. Several men who are dealing
Is My Partner a Sex Addict? – How to Spot the Symptoms People dealing with sex addiction may not believe they’re actually struggling. Even if they do know there’s a problem, they’ll often do whatever it takes to hide it. If your partner denies they have a problem with sex
Is Porn Guilty? – How to Understand the Complicated Causes of ED Does pornography cause erectile dysfunction? Porn is often part of conversations when a man is struggling with ED. While it can certainly play a part, there isn’t exactly a “black and white” answer when it comes to the
Seeking Safety: How to Jumpstart Your Trauma Journey When you’ve been through a traumatic experience, getting the right kind of help and support is crucial. Seeking Safety is an effective type of therapy that can help to target the issues you’re facing with PTSD. If you’re experiencing a lot of
Providing Space for Yourself Through the Holidays What does it mean to provide space for yourself? It’s really about boundaries. The holidays are full of all kinds of different experiences and interactions with various people. We have some serious history with some of these people (our family members). Other times,
Sexual Trauma: How to Navigate the Challenges in a Relationship with a Survivor The statistics surrounding sexual assault in America are astounding. Both men and women are assaulted every single day. With numbers such as these, there’s a good chance you may date a survivor at some point in your
How to Deal with Getting Ghosted in a Serious Relationship Getting ghosted might be a newer way of saying it. But someone suddenly “disappearing” in a relationship is nothing new. And, no matter what you want to call it, it can be very painful for the person who was ghosted.
Covert Abuse: Recognizing and Understanding its Impact When someone hears the word “abuse”, typically their mind jumps to hitting, punching, or some other form of physical boundary violation. However, studies are finding that abuse covers a much broader spectrum than just physical or sexual trauma. Covert abuse is understood as putting a