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SEX ADDICTION

Is Monogamy Natural? [EXPERT]

Is Monogamy Natural? [EXPERT]

Cheating is rampant and on a rise! Is it possible to be faithful to a person over a period of time?

I was watching a video done by Shanel Cooper-Sykes about a controversial topic that suggest that we as humans were not created by God to be monogamous even though in the Bible we are commanded not to commit adultery. This is an old theory that has been expressed across many panels and groups of relationship advisors (mainly men) who believe that the natural sexual drive of a man makes resisting the temptation to sleep with or love more than one person, unnatural.

Sex & Sensuality: Where The Nun & The Prostitute Agree [EXPERT]

Sex & Sensuality: Where The Nun & The Prostitute Agree [EXPERT]

A former Buddhist nun weighs in on insights on sexuality & sensuality from a Nevada prostitute

It might seem strange that an ex-Buddhist nun and a prostitute would share similar views about sexuality. But that is precisely what happened as I read a recent Huffington post article, Sexuality vs. Sensuality: The Steady Decline of Affection in America, written from the unique vantage point of Bethany St. James, a self-proclaimed legal prostitute.

S.E.X

S.E.X

The downside of dating a sex addict.

Tonight I am going to see Shame, a film about sex addiction. I daresay I shall enjoy it, if for no other reason than that it is full of gratuitous sex scenes. Oh sorry, necessary sex scenes, given the subject matter. They are gritty and shocking according the reviews I have read so far, excellent, I’m in need of a January pick me up.  

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Learn how to overcome sex addiction with a little help from Buddhism.

Sex Addiction From A Buddhist Perspective [EXPERT]

Former Buddhist nun, Paldrom Collins, now counsels sex addicts.

In the land of the strange but true, as a former Tibetan Buddhist nun I fell in love with and married a man who counsels sex addicts and who is a recovering sex addict himself. Joining him in his counseling practice has allowed me a look into the lives of many people who have struggled with sex and relationship addictions.

It Can Be Hard To Talk About Sex Addiction  [Expert]

It Can Be Hard To Talk About Sex Addiction [Expert]

If you suspect sex addiction is an issue in your relationship, can you openly discuss S-E-X?

Sex continues to be the news in some surprising and shocking ways. And now it’s being characterized as being potentially addictive. From the reported misdeeds in the sports world, to the political arena, to celebrity disclosures, stories about this seemingly new addiction are popping up regularly. You may have begun to wonder if you or your partner might have a problem. One of the first steps in the investigation is to talk to your partner. But how do you begin the conversation?

4 Questions You May Be Asking About Sex Addiction [Expert]

4 Questions You May Be Asking About Sex Addiction [Expert]

Is it real or just the latest convient cop-out? What about porn? Is my relationship doomed?

Susan is wondering what happened to her sex life. She and her husband were so connected in the beginning of their relationship, but now after a couple of years together they only have sex about once every two months and when they do, she is the initiator. She knew that her husband was spending hours in their basement den at his computer. She even knew he was watching porn and masturbating. She thought that was just something that all guys do.

Is Your Husband A Sex Addict? [Expert]

Is Your Husband A Sex Addict? [Expert]

Answers to your questions about sex addiction in your relationship (and a few reassurances as well)

If you are reading these words, you may be wondering if your partner is a sex addict. You may know that something is wrong with your intimate sexual connection. It’s possible that your partner is looking at a lot of porn on the Internet and masturbating or he may have escalated his online activities. He may be frequenting prostitutes, engaging in multiple affairs, or participating in other sexual encounters that are outside of his relationship with you.

4 Questions You May Be Asking About Sex Addiction [Expert]

4 Questions You May Be Asking About Sex Addiction [Expert]

Is it real or just the latest convient cop-out? What about porn? Is my relationship doomed?

Susan is wondering what happened to her sex life. She and her husband were so connected in the beginning of their relationship, but now after a couple of years together they only have sex about once every two months and when they do, she is the initiator. She knew that her husband was spending hours in their basement den at his computer. She even knew he was watching porn and masturbating. She thought that was just something that all guys do.

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It's time to take the first steps to achieving a healthy sex life.

3 Steps To Overcome Sex Addiction [EXPERT]

Develop respect for yourself while maintaining a healthy sexual relationship!

This intriguing trifecta – sex, food and money, are three of the most sought-after pleasures life has to offer. Yet, we’ve all suffered the extremes of having too much of a good thing – when longing becomes lust and increasing stress and anxiety are the result of obsession. There are warning signs if we choose to listen, whether they are nagging little thoughts at the outer regions or outrageous behaviors that become hard to ignore. These warning signs indicate perhaps seeking help is a good idea, around about – now.

The One Problem With Being His F%@K Buddy

The One Problem With Being His F%@K Buddy

"How in the hell did this happen when all I wanted was sex?" You have this one hormone to thank.

Well first let's define F%&! Buddy. According to Urbandictionary.com definition numero 6. (The explanation our relationship coaches liked most) breaks it down pretty clear: F%@K Buddy: All the benefits of having a relationship minus the bullshit like acting interested in Every Word He Says, trying to sleep through mega-hertz snores, feeling like shit when he can't use a calendar to remem