Relationships
navigating the intimacy; erotism polarity.
Polarities are everywhere, for everybody. They exist in the inevitable space of grey that occupies two both complementary and opposite values. Neither value is positive or negative, and neither val...
Health
understanding menopause.
Menopause is one of the given life experiences that those with female biology experience. Though it is rarely discussed among those under 40, and only becomes an educational topic at its onset.
Culture
books to inspire intellectual intimacy.
Of the many ways we humans relate to each other, one of the most approachable is intellectual intimacy.
Culture
why gifting matters.
Giving is ingrained in human culture. When living in stronger collectivist societies, humans often sought to give (and take) in exchange for physical or emotional resources - power, friendship and ...
Relationships
connecting while apart.
Living apart from loved ones can present challenges but can also create opportunities to connect deeper. When apart, differences in time zones, expenditure on travel, limited time spent physically ...
Relationships
shaping common spaces for bonding.
In the light of celebrating the end of the year, spending time together comes to the fore. During this period, we experience closeness and connection in public and private spaces. The hosts of gath...
Health
finding balance in changing seasons.
As we enter into and emerge from the varied seasons of each year, we inevitably face changes in how we live and work. Whether the seasons are changing from winter to spring, or the world enters the...
Culture
reflecting kindly on our conditioning
Understanding our conditioning may allow powerful and useful insights into how we feel about intimate relationships.
Culture
why certain locations are appealing for sex.
Maybe the bedroom evokes a sense of banality and routine, or other locations just seem thrilling for the right occasions.