The Paradox of Male Honesty

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Joel Stein, Amanda Marcotte, Tom Miller, Dan Barrett and Todd Mauldin in a Socratic Roundtable about Honesty.

Searching for a Unified Theory of Orgasm: Part Four

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After a long look, Clarisse Thorn finally finds her sexual identity.

You’re Not Your Daughter’s Handsome Prince

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Hugo Schwyzer explains how a dad who relies solely on emotional validation from his daughter (instead of his wife) might be causing unforeseen harm.

Marital Power: Not a Zero-Sum Game

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If your marriage becomes an equal partnership, Eric Sentell writes, it doesn’t make you any less of a man.

Pornography Is What the End of the World Looks Like

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Pornography, Robert Jensen writes, can dramatically decrease a man’s capacity for empathy.

The Four Words Men Hate Most

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Mary Kelly-Williams discusses one of the most difficult aspects of a relationship: communication.

My Girlfriend Pays the Rent

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How pursuing an art career without a paying job works in a relationship.

Snooping

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Is secretly tracking a loved one’s email or phone history acceptable in a relationship, or is it evidence of lack of trust?

How Big Is Your Love?

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Think you want an open relationship? Trust me, it’s not without peril.

Rebooting Marriage

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There is a seismic shift afoot that affects all aspects of what it means to be a man or a woman. But we’re still burdened with antiquated ideas—especially where marriage is concerned.

10 Secrets to Satisfying Sex

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Whether single or coupled, or whatever your relationship path is, these tips will almost guarantee more satisfaction in your sex life.