Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus, sociologist and sexologist, writes her sex advice and gender commentary blog. The sex blog includes relationship advice, free sex education videos, sex tips, sex-positive mindfulness, and podcast interviews.
You may think that sexual confidence means knowing everything, or being perfect. But sexual confidence is actually the opposite of that, because it means being open to messing up and trying new things....I discussed this with Client August on San Diego Living recently, and shared some ideas of what to do and what not to do.
Read MoreDear Dr. Jenn,
Sometimes I have sex with a guy before I feel ready to have it. And then once I have sex, even if it’s just a hookup, it seem like I like the guy more than I want to. Why do I do these things?
Read MoreYou have a good first date. Meaningful conversation, enjoyable interactions, lots of laughs. But you didn't feel any sexual spark or chemistry. Does that mean any potential for romantic dating is doomed? Or can chemistry develop over time? It's a complicated topic, and I offered my two cents about this topic...
Read MoreIf you've been in the dating world, you probably have some painful examples of worst first date conversations! I was interviewed by Rachael Schultz about this topic for Greatist. You can read part of the article including my contributions below. By Rachael Schultz: "You’d think that by now, as fully formed adults, we’d know how to have a socially appropriate conversation with someone we just met."
Read MoreSex. Drinking. College. These three things go together often in the college scene when it comes to hooking up, and if we were to believe headlines, we'd think that this was a new trend that was undermining our youth. I spoke about hooking up to 1000 sorority women at Syracuse University recently and addressed whether this is actually a new trend (mostly no).
Read MoreThere’s a relationship problem that often surfaces with my younger clients. The increasing connectedness of modern technology means that you can keep in touch with many people from the past. It also means that your exes, friends with benefits, and one-night stands, never go away! It may seem harmless...but it's not.
Read MoreDr. Jenn is a sociologist and relationship & sexuality speaker who challenges our cultural beliefs around sex, sexual consent, gender roles, and health intimacy, with a mindfulness and compassionate approach. Her site includes a sex blog, free sex education videos, sexuality speaking information, and mindfulness resources.
