love & sex

Taylor Swift’s TTPD Captures a 30-Something Breakup

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We all expected Taylor Swift’s cathartic new album to be about the demise of her long relationship with actor Joe Alwyn. But on release day, we discovered more: “The Tortured Poets Department” is a portrait of the roller coaster that is a 30-something breakup. Swift spent six years in a relationship with Alwyn, and fans … Read more

I Used Spotify Blend to Test My Relationship Compatibility

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My boyfriend and I have lots of things in common, but music is not one of them. My Spotify Wrapped is basically a Taylor Swift shrine, while his taste is a little all over the place; he likes a little bit of country, some Latin music hits here and there, and definitely all the head-banging … Read more

Gen Z Dating Trends Include Rizzness Cards, Dating Sites

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Miriam Makalia Vance recently got fed up with dating apps. But meeting people IRL proved difficult, too. As she describes it, “It felt like you needed to make a connection quickly without asking a question.” The 29-year-old was living in New York and dreaming of a time when courtship was ruled by in-person introductions and … Read more

76 First-Date Questions to Really Get to Know Someone

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When in doubt, pull out a would-you-rather first-date question. You will 1000 percent learn something interesting about your date this way, at the very least. Would you rather go to a nice restaurant or get takeout for an anniversary dinner? Would you rather know your partner’s complete dating history or be in the dark? Would … Read more

Does How to Be Single Hold Up? I Rewatched After a Breakup

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I met my ex-boyfriend at the end of my 20s after almost giving up on the idea of finding real love. (“God, if you want me to be the single and sexy rich auntie, just say that,” I actually prayed at one point). But after two long years of a serious relationship, certain I was … Read more

Bridgerton Sex Scenes | POPSUGAR Love & Sex

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The “Bridgerton” series may be best known for its enticing plot, a cast that looks like they were sculpted by Michelangelo himself, and an amazing soundtrack with instrumental covers of modern songs like Taylor Swift’s “Wildest Dreams.” But allow me to put you on to the one thing that sets the Netflix show apart from … Read more

Future Faking is a Manipulation Tactic in Relationships

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It’s normal to envision a future with someone you’re interested in, especially after a great first date or when you’re in the honeymoon phase of a relationship. It makes it all the more exciting when the person sitting across from you reciprocates those intentions, but this can also make it especially jarring if suddenly they … Read more

Managing Endometriosis Pain During Sex: Tips and Positions

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Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. If you have endometriosis, you’ve likely faced challenges when it comes to intimacy. For many people with endometriosis (myself included), penetrative sex can be painful and uncomfortable. There’s also an emotional component, and chronic illness … Read more

The Best Sex Games For Couples, According to Experts

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Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. If board games are a regular part of your at-home date night routine, allow me to upgrade you to something better, hotter, and hornier: sex games for couples. Not only are sex games an easy … Read more

I Did Ketamine Therapy to Heal My Heartbreak

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Having been in long-term relationships since age 16, I have experienced my fair share of heartbreak. But this last one hit differently. For the first time, a breakup caused me to retroactively doubt the sincerity of our time together, and to seriously question my ability to trust myself. For almost a year and a half, … Read more