Tag Archives: shame
Found a Good One
“Tell or Not Tell” wondered about disclosing the sexual abuse she had survived as a child to the man she was dating. I had been divorced for five years when I went on a first date with a man I … Continue reading
Judgement
Never judge someone else’s feelings by their facial expressions. What you see as an angry outburst might actually be caused by shame, humiliation or even grief. Remain curious, and ask the other person to describe what they’re feeling. Remember, you’re not … Continue reading
How to Fix a Booboo
One night in the bath, my 3-year-old accidentally stabbed me in the face with a toy unicorn. Shocked, I yelled out, causing him to cry. I hastily wrapped him in his favorite green towel. “Can I kiss it better?” I … Continue reading
Pleasure Station
Sex and masturbation are important parts of many people’s overall well-being — so why do you still keep your lube in a shoebox shoved under the bed? Start making your sexual wellness a priority by moving your sexytime accoutrements to … Continue reading