Love
Why You Really Shouldn’t Expect ‘Closure’ After a Breakup
Allowing someone else to control how and when you move on will only delay your healing process.
By Jenna Ryu
How to Bounce Back Emotionally After a Fight With Your Partner
It’s normal to feel down post-argument, but these tips can help you snap out of your funk faster.
By Julia Ries
Hopeless romantic
8 Online Dating Horror Stories From People Who Eventually Found Their Person
“On date three, while playing mini golf at night, he said he didn’t think anyone had gone to the moon.”
By Kayla Blanton
This Card Game Is Probably the Reason My Partner and I Started Dating
Get ready to dig deep over dinner.
By Gabrielle Kassel
Oh my word
How to Talk Dirty During Sex Without Feeling Cringey
Experts offer ideas for things to say—plus tips for getting out of your own head in the moment.
By Erica Sloan
These Are the 13 Anal Lubes Sex Experts Swear By
With options for beginners, sensitive skin, and more.16 slidesBy Sarah Madaus and Kristin Canning- Back to the grind
The Best Grinding Sex Toys For When You Feel Like Ridin’ Dirty
There are more ways to use them than you’d think.By Gabrielle Kassel - Health
Here’s How to Properly Clean Your Sex Toys
Yes, you have to do this. No, it doesn’t have to be a hassle.By Kathleen Felton and Lindsey Lanquist - Buzz-worthy
This 3-in-1 Vibrator Makes It Easy to Switch It Up in Bed
I found a beginner-friendly wand that does (almost) everything.By Gabrielle Kassel You’re Gonna Want to Say Yes, Yes, YES to These Clitoral Vibrators
These suction, finger, and wand vibes are ready to show you a good time.27 slidesBy Malia Griggs and Kristin CanningI’ve Tested More Than 100 Wand Vibrators—But This One Is My All-Time Favorite
It won me over in minutes.By Gabrielle Kassel- Love
Your Guide to the Very Best Vibrators Out There
We've got options for all, whether you’re new to toys or just looking for something more fun.46 slidesBy Sarah Madaus and Gabrielle Kassel - Love
The Best Vibrators on Amazon That Reviewers Can’t Stop Buzzing About
They’ll ship quickly and definitely deliver.26 slidesBy Kristin Canning Yes, Sex Furniture Is a Thing—Here Are 33 Functional Options We Love
It could be just what you need to spice things up.By Sarah Madaus and Gabrielle Kassel17 Hot Ways to Stimulate Your Clit for an Amazing Orgasm
There’s so much more than your basic nub-rub to try.By Erica Sloan
Amazon Sells Thousands of Sex Toys—Here Are the Best Ones
Twenty-two expert-approved options that'll get you buzzing.
By Jessica Kasparian
Can My Partner—or Anyone Else—Find Out Who I Vote For?
Here’s a breakdown of your privacy rights—and what to say if you’re hesitant to share your ballot business.
By Julia Ries
The Best Mattresses for Sex Are Bouncy and Cooling—Here Are Our Top Picks
Hint: You're gonna want to steer clear of memory foam.
By Shannon Ullman
Jennie Garth Went Through a ‘Really Hard’ IVF Journey Before Her 2018 Breakup With Dave Abrams
In a new SELF interview, the ‘90210’ star reveals how the experience put her relationship through the wringer.
By Jenna Ryu
Giving Your Partner the Silent Treatment Isn’t Just Petty—It’s Actually Really Toxic
Of course you feel dehumanized and insecure when someone pretends you don’t even exist.
By Jenna Ryu
Treasure chest
How to Have a Fantastic Nipple Orgasm Because, Yep, That’s a Thing
It’s all about making your boobs the main event—not the sideshow.
By Erica Sloan
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Match made in heaven
Meet the Adorable Tennis Power Couples Competing at This Year’s US Open
“The only thing that counts in my life is going up in the boyfriend rankings.”
By Jenna Ryu
Bawl busters
How to Stop Crying During Any Kind of Confrontation
Shedding tears is a natural reaction to conflict, but these tips can help when you’d rather not.
By Julia Ries
Ex-streamly hot
17 Incredibly Sexy Movies You Can Watch on Hulu Right Now
Get ready to settle in for a titillating evening at home—alone or with a partner.
By Katie Way and Samantha Vincenty
Heart truths
How to Get Over a Breakup, Even When It Feels Impossible
Yes, time helps—but these tips can make the process a little less painful.
By Jenna Ryu and Nicole Pajer
7 People on Why They Chose to Be Celibate for a Spell
“This break ended up being a wake-up call: Most of the people I was seeing didn’t really care about my pleasure.”
By Jenna Ryu
Life
How to Deal With Being the Only Single Person in Your Friend Group
If third-wheeling is bumming you out, read this.
By Jenna Ryu
How to Get Your Partner to Talk About Their Feelings and Emotions More
You can’t totally change their perspective, but you can make them more comfortable with vulnerability.
By Julia Ries
Love
What to Do If You and Your Partner Have Mismatched Sex Drives
Your relationship isn’t doomed, but it’s important to address it to keep resentment from building up.
By Jenna Ryu
Who's a good girl?
Are You Seriously Turned On By Validation? Here’s How to Explore a Praise Kink in Bed
There’s nothing like a steady stream of compliments to make good sex fantastic.
By Erica Sloan
A Beginner’s Guide to Pegging
Ready to take butt stuff to a whole new level? Here’s how to try it.
By Erica Sloan
9 Very Hot Non-Penetrative Sex Ideas
If you can’t—or don’t want to—get it in, we’ve got some moves that’ll still get you off.
By Erica Sloan
Life
How to Make Friends With Other Couples
You might have to look outside your social circle to find The Ones.
By Julia Ries
Life
What to Do If Your People-Focused Job Completely Drains Your Social Battery
These little strategies can help you preserve some energy for your loved ones—and yourself.
By Jessica A. Gold, MD