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How Affirmative Consent Can Up Your Massage Game

When you hear the word "massage," what comes to mind? One of the most popular images is of a thin, white woman relaxing on a table. "Massage therapy is so often put on a pedestal in a privileged way," says J Sheffield, a body worker, massage therapist, and sex educator based in Washington, D.C. Read More

Does Meditation Actually Do Anything?

Meditation is a concept that you either want to learn more about or just stay away from altogether. However, the truth is that at some point in your life, you might be curious to find out more about it — "Does this work for me?", "Does this work at all?" Read More

PTSD and Hypersensitivity to Touch

Your friend walks past you and touches your shoulder in a "hello" — in response, you drop your coffee. You felt an urge, so you try to masturbate. As your hands graze the skin near your genitals, you feel your muscles lock up and you jump out of bed. You go to the doctor, and you can't help but track the nurses' and doctor's gloved hands the entire time. Each of these is an example of hypersensitivity to touch, one common post-traumatic stress response. Read More