In these times of uncertainty, for many of us staying at home can be tough. With the government advising social distancing to avoid close contact, many have not been able to see their loved ones, including couples and lovers. In…
Transgender – Why language matters?
Learning to be an ally to the transgender community is an on-going process and will not happen overnight. However, taking steps (be it big or small) to learn and support the trans community can make a difference. One of the…
Pansexuality: What does it mean to be pansexual?
With the topic of sexual orientation ever present in the media, the term pansexual is one many of us will likely have heard at some point. Yet, though pansexuality is receiving more coverage, there are still many people (including those…
LGBTIQ+ acronyms – A glossary of terms
When it comes to sexual orientation and indeed gender identity, the language used is ever-evolving. For those new to this topic, knowing this specific terminology may not be as simple as first thought. Most of us want to be able…
Sugar dating vs. Sex work – How do they differ?
Sugar dating has become a phenomenon in recent years, with the online world helping to drive the boom of this form of popular modern dating. So, what actually is sugar dating? And what does it mean to be what is…
What being bisexual actually means
Despite being in the LGBT umbrella, in recent years there seems to be various misconceptions about bisexuality, all of which have mostly worked to disregard bisexuality as a recognised sexual identity. With supposedly clearer definitions for those identifying as gay…
Missing Craigslist Personals? Here’s why you should use Vivastreet
If you’re looking to meet like-minded people for some safe adult fun, you may have realised that the popular hook-up site Craigslist is no more. Although the service was extremely popular in its hey-day, 2018 saw the service eventually closed…
Touch yourself: 9 things you need to know about masturbation
May marks International Masturbation Month, a month dedicated to celebrating the act of masturbation. To encourage conversation, this global event aims to bring the ‘touchy feely’ subject into the twenty-first century. Despite being two decades on, many people are still…
How to give a sensual massage your partner will never forget
Offering your partner a sensual massage is perhaps one of the most intimate of gestures in any relationship. Fortunately, with a little help, knowledge, and advice beforehand, you could soon be giving your partner their very own sensual massage in…
10 rules of dating in the social media age
The likes of Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Snapchat has meant that dating through social media has become a key factor when it comes to relationships. Now considered one of the more natural ways to meet a potential partner, this new…