Reigniting Intimacy Through Roleplaying in Sex
Rosalie Del Toro Rosalie Del Toro

Reigniting Intimacy Through Roleplaying in Sex

I love all things Halloween. From decorating my home, to watching scary movies, to dressing up for parties and events. Around this time last year while I was doom scrolling through TikTok, I noticed there was fascination with people who dressed up as iconic masked movie villains who enticed their audience through various thirst traps scenarios.

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Finding Your Tribe in the Kink World
David Khalili David Khalili

Finding Your Tribe in the Kink World

In a world where individuality often gets lost in the shuffle, finding spaces where you can truly be yourself is priceless. For many kink enthusiasts, these spaces are found within diverse kink communities. Whether you're a seasoned participant or new to exploring kink, these communities offer a sense of belonging and support.

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The Importance of Queer Friendships and How to Cultivate Them
David Khalili David Khalili

The Importance of Queer Friendships and How to Cultivate Them

Hey, let’s talk about something vital—queer friendships. These bonds are not just about having a buddy who identifies like you; they transcend the rigid cultural norms of friendships. Queer friendships are raw, liberating experiences that open doors not just to acceptance but to thriving in a world that sometimes tries to cage us in.

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Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy: A Safer Approach to Healing
Marjorie Boggs Vazquez, AMFT Marjorie Boggs Vazquez, AMFT

Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy: A Safer Approach to Healing

In recent years, ketamine has emerged as a powerful tool in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health conditions. Though once known primarily as an anesthetic and, unfortunately, as a party drug, research has revealed its profound therapeutic potential when used in the right settings.

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7 Common Challenges in Polyamorous Relationships and How to Overcome Them
David Khalili David Khalili

7 Common Challenges in Polyamorous Relationships and How to Overcome Them

Polyamorous relationships, where individuals have multiple consensual relationships simultaneously, can be incredibly rewarding and yet uniquely challenging. Addressing these challenges head-on is crucial for maintaining healthy and fulfilling connections. Below, we explore seven common challenges in polyamorous relationships and provide practical tips to overcome them.

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Understanding and Evolving Your Attachment Style
David Khalili David Khalili

Understanding and Evolving Your Attachment Style

Consider the story of Emma, a young woman who once struggled with insecure attachment patterns that hindered her personal relationships. Emma often found herself worrying that she was either clingy and overdependent or emotionally detached and unsure of how close she wanted to be to others. Recognizing these patterns as obstacles to her happiness, she began her journey of self-discovery and healing.

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The Role of the Amygdala in Shaping Relationships
David Khalili David Khalili

The Role of the Amygdala in Shaping Relationships

Understanding the intricate workings of the brain, particularly the amygdala, offers invaluable insights into the dynamics of our relationships. This blog post delves into the pivotal role the amygdala plays in emotional processing and how it influences attachment styles and conflict resolution.

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“I love you, don’t touch me”
Attachment David Khalili Attachment David Khalili

“I love you, don’t touch me”

If you’re like most people, you probably don’t think about your attachment style until something goes wrong in your relationship. But for some people, feeling disconnected from their partner can lead to hyper-focusing on the relationship and sometimes sideways attempts to get attention from their partner. However, these sideways attempts often leave the other partner turned off and pulling away from the relationship.

Does this mean you’re doomed to this cycle forever? Not necessarily! We can do a few things to change our approach to building healthier ways of showing up in our relationships. One of those things is learning about what happens when our attachment to those close to us feels threatened.

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Possibilities in the Air.
Queer, Men, LGBTQIA, Pride David Khalili Queer, Men, LGBTQIA, Pride David Khalili

Possibilities in the Air.

Pride is upon us, the time when myriad LGBTQIA identities, and allies show up to fill the San Francisco streets with laughter, “looks'', affection, and connection. Although the pandemic paused Pride for the past two years, the Pride traditions are very familiar – the making of eye contact with a stranger while marching to Dolores, the debauchery with new and old friends, flirtatious movements on the dance floor and, for those that are fortunate, new sexual experiences.

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Mindful Bonds: A Journey of Inner Exploration at the Men's Retreat
David Khalili David Khalili

Mindful Bonds: A Journey of Inner Exploration at the Men's Retreat

Set against the tranquil backdrop of the historic Jikoji Zen Center in the Santa Cruz Mountains, the Mindful Bonds men's retreat offered a unique blend of serenity, introspection, and community. With a carefully curated itinerary designed to foster personal growth and connection, this retreat stands out as a pivotal point for many in their quest to understand themselves and improve their relationships.

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