OUR Journal

A glimpse into modern intimacy. Writings on intimacy in relationships, between friends, among arts, culture, science and in history. A deep dive, a subtle note, a conversation, a story kept, history learned, advice spoken. 

The Moment After [A Short by Noén]

The Moment After [A Short by Noén]

This is a memory piece. A love note to the quietest part of intimacy, the after. Not the climax. Not the fall. But the floating. The...

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Organic Massage Oil

How Organic Massage Oil Enhances Skin, Touch, and Sensual Connection

In a world where wellness and intimacy are increasingly valued, the humble bottle of organic massage oil has become a cornerstone of both self-care and...

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On Wanting What Won’t Choose You (And Getting Off On It Anyway)

On Wanting What Won’t Choose You (And Getting Off On It Anyway)

Why does heartbreak turn us on? A deep dive into emotional masochism, the quiet, shame-laced thrill of spiraling, stalking, and scripting pain before it ever...

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Summer flings feel like biting into fruit

Summer flings feel like biting into fruit

A sticky ode to the fleeting chaos of summer flings, Gigi captures the wild, delicious delirium of lust-soaked nights, strangers with honey laughs, and the...

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Cleopatra’s Rituals: Sensuality, Sovereignty, and the Origins of Intimate Care

Cleopatra’s Rituals: Sensuality, Sovereignty, and the Origins of Intimate Care

MAY 13, 2025 | MARISA GOLDSTEIN A ritual isn’t a trend—it’s a return.   When we talk about self-care and our ten-step skincare routines, ice...

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How to Go From ‘Situationship’ to Something Real
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How to Go From ‘Situationship’ to Something Real

In a world of endless options, perhaps the bravest thing we can do is stop treating our desires as secrets to be kept. The situationship...

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Happy Hunting: Every Body Has an Egg
desire

Happy Hunting: Every Body Has an Egg

A playful, pleasure-forward manifesto that reimagines the Easter egg hunt as a metaphor for exploring bodies, intimacy, and the clitoris, with curiosity, patience, and a...

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The Oil of the Moment: Why Castor Oil Is At The Heart of Our Afterplay Ritual
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The Oil of the Moment: Why Castor Oil Is At The Heart of Our Afterplay Ritual

Used by ancient healers, queens, and physicians alike, castor oil has always been a symbol of care, deeply nourishing, soothing, and grounding. At Noén, we...

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Tantric Afterplay: The Energy After You Come Is Sacred
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Tantric Afterplay: The Energy After You Come Is Sacred

What if the real magic of intimacy isn’t in the climax—but in what comes after?Rooted in the ancient wisdom of Tantra, this piece explores the...

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You Faked It. They Believed It. Now What?
dating desire

You Faked It. They Believed It. Now What?

Faking orgasms may feel like second nature, but beneath the breathy moans and arched backs lies a deeper pattern of putting someone else’s pleasure above...

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Why Playing Hard to Get is Actually Killing Your Love Life
dating

Why Playing Hard to Get is Actually Killing Your Love Life

Modern dating is built on fear—of rejection, of being too much—but true connection comes not from playing it cool, but from showing up authentically, expressing...

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Why Some Lovers Feel Like Home and Others Feel Like a Mistake
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Why Some Lovers Feel Like Home and Others Feel Like a Mistake

Sex is a biological symphony of hormones, but chemistry defies science. Men crash into sleep, women bond through oxytocin, and attraction remains unpredictable—sometimes fueled by...

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Out of Your Head and Into Your Body
attachment desire

Out of Your Head and Into Your Body

Intimacy, real intimacy, lives here—in the tension, the teasing, the maddening anticipation we often rush through. It’s not about perfection or performance. It’s in the...

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Cleopatra: Our Eternal Muse of Mind, Body, and Ritual

Cleopatra: Our Eternal Muse of Mind, Body, and Ritual

To know Cleopatra is to understand mastery—a fusion of allure and intellect, where beauty and ritual were tools of both power and presence. Inspired by...

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Moringa: The Miracle Tree
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Moringa: The Miracle Tree

Revered for its ability to hydrate and heal, Moringa was a staple in ancient skincare and spiritual practices, embodying the essence of resilience and renewal.

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January 2025 Horoscopes
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January 2025 Horoscopes

There are many ways to ring in a new year, and we like to use these first few weeks to look forward. We collected these...

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From Matching Sweaters to Family Chaos: Your Holiday Playbook
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From Matching Sweaters to Family Chaos: Your Holiday Playbook

A playful guide to navigating the chaos of bringing your partner home for the holidays, with tips on setting boundaries, managing family quirks, and prioritizing...

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I Learned to Stay in the Moment During Sex—and It Changed Everything

I Learned to Stay in the Moment During Sex—and It Changed Everything

Discover how mindfulness can deepen intimacy, heal past trauma, and enhance connection by bringing you fully into the present during moments of closeness.

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