Masturbation Isn’t a Stand-In. It’s Its Own Thing.
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Masturbation Isn’t a Stand-In. It’s Its Own Thing.

New research shows that solo sex isn’t just compensation—it’s a stable, regular occurence that part of many people’s sexual lives, shaped by fantasy, rhythm, and internal cues more than relationship status. What If Masturbation Wasn’t About What’s Missing? For years, the dominant narrative has gone something like this: if you’re masturbating a lot, something must…

When You Can’t Finish With a Partner (But Solo’s No Problem)
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When You Can’t Finish With a Partner (But Solo’s No Problem)

Why You Can Finish Alone, But Not With Someone You Love It’s Not That You’re Not Into It You’re present. You’re hard. You’re in it to win it.But for some reason, you can’t finish. Partnered sex goes on and on — not in a brag-worthy way, but in a frustrating, confusing one.You can climax on…

What Is Death Grip Syndrome? (And Why It’s Not Just About Your Grip)
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What Is Death Grip Syndrome? (And Why It’s Not Just About Your Grip)

Let’s Start With the Name Death grip syndrome.It sounds like something out of a comic book or a mid-2000s metal band, not something you’d expect to see in a serious conversation about men’s sexual health. But behind the dramatic name is something surprisingly common: the experience of being able to get there when you are…

Am I Having an Emotional Affair? A Shame-Free Guide for Men in the Gray Zone
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Am I Having an Emotional Affair? A Shame-Free Guide for Men in the Gray Zone

Introduction: The Affair You Didn’t Mean to Have You didn’t plan this. It started innocently enough. Maybe a late-night text thread, a flurry of DMs, or that co-worker who just gets you in a way your partner hasn’t in a long time. It’s not physical….not technically. But something’s different, and part of you wonders if you’ve crossed…

Mismatched Libido in Relationships: How to Talk About It With Compassion
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Mismatched Libido in Relationships: How to Talk About It With Compassion

At 3:17 AM, James searched: “my wife never wants sex.” Then, “is it wrong to want more?” Then, “how long can a marriage go without intimacy?” He stared at the screen, feeling ashamed, frustrated, and deeply alone. He didn’t want to cheat. He didn’t want to pressure her. He didn’t want to feel rejected every…

Why Men Don’t Always Want Sex: Challenging the Myth of Constant Male Desire
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Why Men Don’t Always Want Sex: Challenging the Myth of Constant Male Desire

“A real man is always ready for sex.” You’ve heard that line, even if no one’s said it directly. It’s in the locker room jokes. The movies. The silent expectations in bed. But what happens when you’re not feeling it? When sex isn’t automatic, or frequent, or even something you want right now? That’s where confusion creeps…

Self-Acceptance & Sexual Confidence: A New Path for Men
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Self-Acceptance & Sexual Confidence: A New Path for Men

You’re Not Broken: The Power of Self-Acceptance in Your Sexual Journey “Real men are always ready for sex.”“Getting kinky is not what normal people do.” Messages like these are everywhere—subtle, persistent, and deeply damaging. They’re in locker room jokes, adult media, even casual relationship advice. And when your lived experience doesn’t match that myth? Confusion….