OUR Journal

A glimpse into modern 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. 

Desire vs. Hassle: Navigating Emotional Clarity in Intimacy
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Desire vs. Hassle: Navigating Emotional Clarity in Intimacy

Intimacy is supposed to feel effortless—at least that's the story we're told. It is often said as something easy. The idea is simple. You feel...

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Choosing the Right Massage Oil for Sensual Connection
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Choosing the Right Massage Oil for Sensual Connection

Discover how a simple massage oil can become a ritual of presence and self-connection rather than performance. We invite you to slow down, listen to...

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Summer flings feel like biting into fruit
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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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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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Why Playing Hard to Get is Actually Killing Your Love Life
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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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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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The Art of Playing It Cool: Does ‘Doing It’ Change Everything?
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The Art of Playing It Cool: Does ‘Doing It’ Change Everything?

Humans have always been creatures of ritual, especially in mating. Manipulating our love interests isn’t some trend of the moment; humans have been playing these...

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Rawdogging The First Date: Intimacy Exposed
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Rawdogging The First Date: Intimacy Exposed

What happens when we dive into an intimate relationship without the crutch of alcohol?

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How to Lose a Person in 10 Days (Without Losing Yourself)
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How to Lose a Person in 10 Days (Without Losing Yourself)

We’ve been marinating in the broth of patriarchy, steeped in the notion that love means losing yourself. What gives?

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breakup, relationships, dating, he left me, why can't I let go?, afterplay, aftercare, after sex, is he into me, help, healing, desire, attachment, intimacy
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Clinging To A Breakup I Didn’t See Coming

This article explores the raw journey of navigating unexpected heartbreak, finding healing, and learning to let go.

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casual sex, after sex, first love, dating, intimacy, touching, soreness, irritation, inflamation, does he care about me, obsession
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Loving Yourself As An Act Of Rebellion

Why casual sex is rarely ever truly casual. This article explores the hidden emotional layers and lasting impact of 'casual' connections, challenging the notion of...

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intimacy, aftersex, afterplay, aftercare, dating tips, sex, orgy, group sex, play time, soreness, irritation, BDSM
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I brought my partner to an orgy to connect, but had a personal awakening instead

Explore the transformative experience of the 'Sacred Slut' game, where setting boundaries, embracing curiosity, and staying connected to oneself reveal the deeper layers of group...

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Why modern attachment feels more like obsession
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Why modern attachment feels more like obsession

The psychological phenomenon often confused for an intensely passionate love story.

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