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.
The 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 MoreYou want to sleep in as late as you want and have leisurely mornings. Your partner wants to be up at the crack of dawn to explore your surroundings and go on adventures. / You hope for sex at least once a day. Your partner wants to feel free from any pressure to have sex and just relax and take care of themselves. / You would like to stay on top of work emails so it’s not overwhelming when you return….
Read More“Inside the ‘disposable’ young American dating curse: ‘On to the next one’”
Last month, I chatted with journalist Adriana Diaz at the New York Post about the latest Pew Research study on generational belief differences in dating, jobs, careers, and marriage, and the “disposable” nature of online dating culture.
Read MoreWhat do you need to feel emotionally and physically safe in a relationship or when dating? I recently answered this question…
Read MoreThis month I turned 49.
Each decade or meaningful year has felt different. For 18 there was a surprise birthday party for me and another March baby, by our friends in high school. At 21, I had a full drink and shot for the first time…
Read MoreLast year I conducted an online “Sex & Vulnerability” survey, and 269 respondents anonymously shared their fears, insecurities, and shame around their bodies, sexual experiences, and emotions. But I also wanted to know what they celebrate around their sexuality. So the final question was: What do you appreciate or love about your sexuality, sexual functioning, or sexual expression? I found 6 major themes…
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.
