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5 (More!) Sex Moves Women Love, But Are Afraid To Ask For
What are you too nervous to ask for in bed?

5 (More!) Sex Moves Women Love, But Are Afraid To Ask For

Ladies, it's time to ask for what you want in bed.

I've never been afraid to ask for what I want in bed. The idea that some women can't ask for what they want, or don't know what they want in the first place, is foreign to me. However, I'm well-aware that I may not be in the majority here. Guys have told me other women become self-conscious when asking for something risqué or kinky — and that's a crying shame.

5 Sex Moves Women Love, But Are Afraid To Ask For
What are you afraid to ask for in bed?

5 Sex Moves Women Love, But Are Afraid To Ask For

It's time to let go of your fear and ask for what you want sexually.

I've never been afraid to ask for what I want in bed. I guess because during my teenage years I figured out I was/am a perv and I just owned it. But in my decade-plus of hooking up with dudes, I've come to see being clear about what I want is a bit rare: Guys have told me other women become self-conscious when asking for something risqué or kinky.

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Sixty-seven percent of women and 55 percent of men set New Year's resolutions.

Men Or Women: Which Gender Is More Likely To Keep Resolutions?

Find out who is more likely to set and keep New Year's resolutions.

With every New Year there comes a chance for a do-over, or at the very least the opportunity to do things different than we have in the past. Basically, to improve not only our lives and ourselves, but also how we live our life, too. Tokii's DiscoveryGames collected the responses of participants to see exactly who's sticking to the resolutions and what those resolutions just happen to be.

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Talking to your partner about your insecurities before sex will help your confidence.

Riding High In The Saddle: How To Be A Confident Cowgirl [EXPERT]

Dr. Joy offers advice to a woman who worries she's too big to be on top during sex.

Riding on top doesn’t mean crushing a man with all your weight. If it did, even a 110 pounds woman would be too heavy for most men to handle. Think about what you really do in the saddle. Don’t you use your thighs and, sometimes, your outstretched arms, to support you while your hips bob up and down or gyrate to an inner rhythm? The trick is doing enough strength training outside the bedroom to manage the workout that your legs get during sex.

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Sex life got dull? Here's how to spice it up!

5 Quick Ways To Spice Up Your Marriage

Foolproof ways to add some excitement to you and your husband's sex life.

You're probably not going to say it, so I will: After awhile sex with the same partner can get a little, well, OLD. I know, I know, it sounds mean, but I don't mean it that way. It's just that once you're with the same person for longer than a couple years, sex can get a little, well, BORING.

Love In Numbers: 5 Sex Moves Women Are Afraid To Ask For

Love In Numbers: 5 Sex Moves Women Are Afraid To Ask For

Plus, 14 absurdly sexed-up Halloween costumes, and 7 reasons to love hotel sex.

21 famous love triangles. 24 Halloween costumes that shouldn't be sexy. 10 signs he wants to be more than friends. 7 reasons to love hotel sex. 5 sex moves women want in bed, but are too afraid to ask for.

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One-Third Of People Say 'I Love You' Within A Week

Survey reveals daters' thoughts on sex, strawberries and the all-important "I love you."

The cool breezes of autumn may have you looking for something a bit more human than a pillow to snuggle with. As you start the hunt for fall romance—or continue with your current relationship—a new survey from the makers of Wet personal lubricants has a few tips to share.

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Most Prefer Missionary Sex, But Sex-Toy Lovers Crave Doggy-Style

While the majority of us like it vanilla, handcuff and vibrator-buyers prefer a little more flavor.

More times than not, the missionary position gets a lot of flack for being a "boring" way to do the nasty. And we see what everyone means—it's the go-to sex style, the position you've likely been doing since you lost your virginity oh-so-long ago. But apparently, not everyone agrees. In fact, most Americans prefer the comfort and face-to-face intimacy of missionary, according to the latest survey results from adult toy company Adam & Eve. Unless, of course, you ask Adam & Eve's Facebook fans...

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The Mission: Spice Up The Missionary Position

Mission impossible? We think not.

It's time to get a little creative when it comes to the least creative sex position in the book: We're looking at you, missionary. Women's Health has come up with six spot-on techniques to make sure you rock this one out. Never have we seen so much detail dedicated to making man-on-top exciting again.

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5 Most Romantic Spots For Outdoor Sex

Your guide to getting it on in the backyard, on the beach and even in a small boat.

Like margaritas, sex can be even better when experienced al fresco. "Having sex outside awakens the senses," says Sandor Gardos, Ph.D., a sex therapist and the founder of MyPleasure.com. "Feeling the breeze on your skin, smelling the freshly cut grass—stimuli are very erotic." Plus, the fear of getting caught can add a thrill.