Pleasure Won't Make You Happy


Updated 03/26/11 5:31 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

What Makes People Happy

Happiness might be overrated, depending on how you define it. On the one hand you have pleasure, or hedonistic happiness, an immediate feeling of satisfaction, amusement, or joy. And on the other, there's contentment, or eudaimonic happiness, which you can think of as a general feeling of well-being and fulfillment. Researchers say pursuing the former might actually make us less happy, while Read more

The Rules of Casual Sex


Updated 02/14/10 2:37 PM · Posted by · 14 comments

The Rules of Casual Sex

We've discussed how a friends-with-benefits situation can lead to problems. But if you're single, sometimes you want to be able to enjoy a little nooky with a partner who you actually know, so there are some perks to having a trusted booty call. Of course it's all about finding a balance between physical intimacy and emotional detachment. In the hopes of helping achieve this perfect and elusive Read more

Dear Poll: Do You Like Getting Looks?


Updated 09/11/08 9:46 AM · Posted by · 42 comments

Dear Poll: Do You Like Getting Looks?

A little flattery can go a long way when it comes to boosting the ego, but even praise can get excessive sometimes. To be honest, I’ve never been a fan of the male gaze; no matter the guy, I just don’t like being stared at. My girlfriends see it as a form of flattery, but to me, being ogled is just too much. Is this flattery you can get behind, or do you prefer to grab your compliments Read more

Do Tell: What's Your Definition of Perfect Foreplay?


Updated 05/30/08 2:41 PM · Posted by · 12 comments

Do Tell: What's Your Definition of Perfect Foreplay?

While quickies can be fun, I think there's something to be said for languishing in some serious foreplay. Not only does it really get you in the mood, but it's a great opportunity to communicate your needs to your partner. I think foreplay is best when you take your time, letting a burst of intensity sneak in every once and a while, but some people like foreplay to be short and sweet. Every Read more

Dear Poll: Have You Ever Fantasized About Someone Else?


Updated 04/09/08 8:00 PM · Posted by · 22 comments

Dear Poll: Have You Ever Fantasized About Someone Else?

It’s always been assumed that every once and a while, men fantasize about another woman while having sex. But for women, fantasizing about someone else often leads to feelings of guilt and relationship insecurity. However, truth be told, just as a small crush is perfectly normal, so is fantasizing about someone else while doing the deed. Taking it to an extreme is never good, but a casual Read more

You Asked: He's Not Pleasing Me in Bed


Updated 03/26/08 8:53 AM · Posted by · 26 comments

You Asked: He's Not Pleasing Me in Bed

Dear Sugar, My boyfriend and I are both 20, and we have been dating for almost two years. We're a very sexual couple and have sex at least three times a week, however I'm not so sure it's because he's attracted to me or because he just needs the sex. He watches porn every other day and masturbates daily. When we have sex, I usually pleasure him orally first and then we have sex because he says Read more

What's With Elexa?


Updated 03/26/08 11:24 AM · Posted by · 19 comments

Have you ever seen Elexa condoms at the drugstore and wondered what made them so different? Yeah sure, they have a very lovely colorful package with a sexy woman on the front, but there's more to it. Elexa is a brand made by Trojan, that's specifically designed for women. They make a premium line of products created from a woman's perspective that are designed to help women experience a more Read more

A Fun Thing to do With Your Lover


Updated 06/03/08 2:05 PM · Posted by · 8 comments

A Fun Thing to do With Your Lover

I know I'm always looking for ways to spice up the action in the bedroom, so here's a fun idea you can try out. It's called "YOUR Turn — MY Turn," and here's how it works. Choose 2 consecutive nights that you and your partner are available. If you want, you can even plan a 2-night weekend getaway somewhere. Let it be your partner's turn first. That means for the entire night, they get to Read more

Do you have a bike?


Updated 09/24/07 1:13 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 31 comments

Do you have a bike?

I love my bike. It's orange, so what's not to love. I love biking around town to run errands and I wish I could commute via bike. One of the reasons I love spring so much is I get to ride more. This got me wondering how many of you have bikes. So do you? Do you have a bike? Yes!!! It is my only form of transportation. Yes! I ride for pleasure and exercise. No...but I Read more

Dear Poll: Coming to Our Senses


Updated 03/11/07 8:24 PM · Posted by · 10 comments

Dear Poll: Coming to Our Senses

When we're busy, tired or overwhelmed, it's easy to become less aware of our surroundings, less connected to ourselves or others, and less tuned in to our pleasures. But our 5 senses act as the conduits for comfort, contact and enjoyment, and we rob ourselves of many rich experiences when our awareness strays. For the rest of today, try to notice the sensual information around you. Do you need to Read more