Sex in the time of social distancing is…interesting. Cohabiting couples are now together 24/7, dating app meet-cutes are online only, and in new relationships, exploring intimacy from six feet away is challenging. But there’s also plenty of time to masturbate—and read up on everything from orgasms to emotional connection.

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How Do We Find Intimacy in Uncertain Times?
Gwyneth and her husband, Brad Falchuk, did a video call from their home with intimacy teacher Michaela Boehm.

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The Best Vibrators for Solo Pleasure and Partner Play
Internal versus external stimulation, hands-free, travel-size, unintimidating for beginners, the most powerful, the closest thing to oral sex, a pillow for extra support: Here’s our guide.

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Guided Solo Practices for Increasing Pleasure
Pleasure teacher Isabella Frappier shares advice on sexual blocks—and none of it has to do with having a partner.

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Esther Perel on Sex, Monogamy, and Who Really Gets Bored First
The road to better sex and happier relationships means a sharp turn away from many of our deepest-held beliefs.
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PODCAST EPISODES WITH SEX EXPERTS

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Gwyneth x Michaela Boehm: Creating Sexual Tension
GP’s intimacy teacher has unexpected tips and simple steps to increase desire.
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What Turns You On
Esther Perel reveals some surprising truths about what actually turns us on.
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Taking Control of Our Sexual Experience
Why are women are groomed to think about the potential dangers of sex first?
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