THE JOURNAL

A safe and brave space for intersectional conversations around sex, love, relationships, parenting, and life.

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Habits, Practices, and Rituals

I was rejecting the word itself. Maybe it's because it sounded so rigid and when I would hear “falling off their routines” or when I would fall off of my routine it created more disconnection to the idea or concept. 

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Living Alongside Depression

I have been living alongside depression since I was 15 years old. It’s here to stay and I have to accept it as part of my life.

It’s no longer a ghost from my past and I can live with it, I can live alongside it.

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How to Cope with a Trauma Response

Trauma fucking sucks! There’s really not more to it. It’s hard, it causes a lot of pain and suffering, and its hard to cope with for both you and your loved ones.

I’m sharing 11 of my personal tips that I use to cope with the effects of trauma.

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Our Favorite Erogenous Zones

Every part of your body has its own role in getting you ready for sex and experiencing orgasm, so it's important to know where all those parts are, what they do best, and how they work together to make you feel good.

Your body has thousands of erogenous zones or areas where stimulation can create pleasure. These can be on the outside surface of the body such as the nipples, inner thighs, and genitals, as well as inside the body such as the G-spot and A-spot. All these areas contain nerve endings that respond to different types of stimulation and can create pleasure. Knowing which areas are the most sensitive on your body can help you enjoy yourself more and find satisfaction.

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