Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus, sociologist and sexologist, writes her sex advice and gender commentary blog. The sex blog includes relationship advice, free sex education videos, sex tips, sex-positive mindfulness, and podcast interviews.
I was recently listening to one of my favorite podcasts — This American Life — where they interviewed the original researcher who studied the incidence of sexual aggression on college campuses in the 1970s and 1980s. Mary Koss, PhD, was the first to study this topic through the lens of detailed behavioral questions. For example, when asking, “Have you been raped?”…
Read MoreThe word “empowerment” has been used (and overused) for many years, particularly as related to women’s equality and voice in workplaces, schools, and personal relationships. Despite its sometimes trite use, when I’m speaking to groups of women about how to be more authentic and vulnerable, and how to responsibly speak up for themselves in new ways…
Read MoreAuthenticity and vulnerability. We’ve learned that these are good things, yes? According to researcher and author Brene Brown, folks who cultivate these characteristics are able to live happier, more connected, and more satisfying lives. So why am I calling “bullshit” on vulnerability and authenticity right now?
Read More“All of us as humans want to be seen, accepted, and loved as we are in all of our beauty and imperfections, but the rejection of ourselves through societal and personal shame erects walls that limit genuine intimacy with ourselves and our partners.” - Dr. Jennifer Gunsaullus
Read MoreWhat happens when you put two taboo topics together? You get a shamed topic like anal sex with hemorrhoids. I applauded writer Jessica Toscano at Self Magazine when she contacted me for an article she was researching on whether anal sex causes hemorrhoids and how to have safe and enjoyable anal play with those pesky little fellows.
Read MoreI started writing this book six years ago. As a sociologist, I wanted to address what I call the “madness” around female sexuality — all of the negative, undermining, inaccurate, and shameful messages many girls and women receive when growing up around sex, intimacy, and their bodies…
Read MoreDr. Jenn is a sociologist and relationship & sexuality speaker who challenges our cultural beliefs around sex, sexual consent, gender roles, and health intimacy, with a mindfulness and compassionate approach. Her site includes a sex blog, free sex education videos, sexuality speaking information, and mindfulness resources.
