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Why your ex may text you when you least expect it

When that familiar notification pops up on your phone and the phone screen shows the name of the person who brought you countless heartaches,...

Benefits of small arguments between married couples

Fights and arguments are healthy as long as a few rules are followed and neither of you cross that line. It is healthy...

Four phrases that drive men wild in bed

Men can be turned on not just with sexy lingerie or skin show. There are some words, phrases, speech styles, which have that effect...

Having a hard time getting wet? Here’s why and how to fix it

Sex just isn’t as much fun unless you’re wet. In fact, sex can be downright uncomfortable or can even hurt if you’re not wet down...

Five reasons why married men won’t leave their wives for side-chicks

It's almost as if men who cheat get high off shuttling between their marital responsibilities and extramarital affairs. For the side-chick, it is usually an...

Taking a break in a relationship? Here are all the dos and don’ts

While taking a break can refresh a relationship, it’s confusing to know exactly what that means. What are you supposed to do when you...

I researched my husband’s DNA after we had kids – turns out we’re related

A woman was shocked when she researched her husband's genealogy and discovered that the pair were related - but it was 'too late' as they were...

Five key things you should know before dating a single mother

Taking care of one or more children alone is serious work, therefore the women in these positions deserve some accolades. So, you just met...

My wife divorced me because I left the dishes by the sink

My wife divorced me because sometimes I leave dishes by the sink. It seems so unreasonable when you put it that way. It makes her seem...

Dear men, 3 obvious signs to know you satisfy your woman sexually

Fact is, sex between couples in relationships and marriages is meant to be amazing. What makes sex different from every other relationship activity is...

7 important rules of friends-with-benefits relationships

First things first: you are not allowed to catch feelings. Friendship-with-benefits is a kind of sex-heavy relationship which excludes emotional attachment and commitment. While...

Here’s why women forgive cheating more than men

Men cheat, women cheat but unlike men, women forgive a lot. Women are almost twice as likely to forgive cheating a partner than a man...

Six best ways to move on from a relationship without closure

When any kind of relationship ends, we need closure, a reason why it all ended. Loose ends can be very unsettling and it keeps...

How to determine sexual compatibility without having sex

You don't have to indulge in pre-marital sex to determine sexual compatibility with your partner. Sex is something that many would rather leave till...

‘My ex-girlfriend wants me to move back in as friends, but I need more from her’

Dear Coleen I split up with my long-term partner about a year ago. The pandemic was tough on us, as I was a...

Myths around sex toys

Many people have several inhibitions when it comes to using sex toys. In India it is an even bigger “hawww”, and the...

Three unknown benefits of drinking water before intimacy

Hydration usually helps anyone to stay agile when carrying out a task or activity and prevents fatigue until such a task is completed. During...

When my husband caught me having an affair with my daughter’s maths tutor

My husband has forever been rude, impatient and boastful. The only reason I did not leave him was because of our daughter and our...

Why your wife isn’t interested in sex

Has your wife been inching away from you every time you mention sex? If yes, then something must be seriously wrong. It’s not uncommon...

For men: 5 places you shouldn’t touch a woman during sex

While the heat is on, you may think there is no boundary as to what to say or touch, but be careful, you may...

Dear side chicks, here are 5 dangers of dating a married man

Having an affair with a married man is not only immoral but dangerous too. It may all be thrilling but having an affair with a...

For men: 7 foods you should eat regularly to fight weak erection

Medically, a weak erection is also referred to as erectile dysfunction. The erection of the male organ depends on many factors, such as the person’s...

Three best things to do if your partner is not ready for marriage yet

There are chances that your partner is not ready to make a lifetime commitment yet. Here's what to do. When are you telling your parents...

Sex positions you can try on a cold night

In winter, sex instinctively gets sexier and hotter. As the nights grow longer, getting snuggly in between the sheets is much more satisfying and...

What men can do to make their women feel better during periods

We are still a long way from being a society that deals with menstruation properly, but it is past time to begin the process,...

Why do women lose interest in men?

“Does she not like me anymore?” is a question men often ask themselves when their women partners no longer show any interest in them....

Reasons why size does not matter during sex

There is a very big myth out there that the bigger it is the better it will be when it comes to sex. ...

‘My husband cheated and got woman pregnant, I don’t want the baby with us for Christmas’

It's no secret that infidelity can cause horrendous pain and no one wants to be constantly reminded of this great hurt. So after one woman...

‘My sexy ex is back in town and he’s made me see how boring my husband is’

Dear Coleen, About 20 years ago, I had a brief and very exciting sexual fling with a really hot guy, who’s a cousin of a...

Can getting back together after a long time work?

Is there a possibility of getting back together after such a long time apart? That will be determined by how much you and your...

Is it okay to go through your partner’s phone? 4 things to know if you’re tempted

It can be a tempting idea to check your lover’s phone but is it healthy for your relationship? At times, it can be a tempting...

I may be his mistress, but I’m not a homewrecker

Some women start affairs for the thrill. Some women start affairs for the sex. Some women expect their affair partners to give them the world. ...

My girlfriend behaves like a daughter of a fetish priest

She had a headache. I was with her when it started. I told her to rest for a while and see if it will...

‘My best friend ruined my 20-year marriage – now she’s sleeping with my husband’

They say that what goes around comes back around, but sometimes karma can hit when you least expect it – even decades after the...

I’m running away from the relationship because of the way she eats

I noticed it the first time we ate together. Her mouth couldn’t stay shut. She ate and made a lot of noise while eating....

‘I’m so upset my no-strings sex partner has started dating another woman’

Dear Coleen, I’ve been in a casual sexual relationship with a guy for some time. The other night, he told me he was taking another...

‘New girlfriend’s had far more sexual partners than me and it’s making me insecure’

Dear Coleen, I’m a man in my 40s and I’ve been divorced for a few years. Recently, I got into my first serious relationship since the divorce and...

Dear men, it’s okay to avoid dating broke women and be vocal about it

The idea that broke people should not be in a relationship needs to start applying to women, too. And this is why. There is...

I watch my boyfriend have sex with other women – it turns me on to be left out

A woman has shared her unique fetish, where she enjoys watching her boyfriend having sex with another woman, before being denied the chance to join in. Many...

‘I’m worried I’ll be useless at sex with my gorgeous new man’

Dear Coleen, I’m a woman in my 30s and have been single for quite some time. However, I’ve met someone I really like and things...