Dirtyin’ The Nav: Loving the way we see fit
By columnist Diana Pearson For centuries, the presiding cultural climate has accepted the heterosexual, monogamous couple as the most “valid” kind of relationship. The nuclear family (the perfect picture of the man, woman, and two children living middle-class, suburban lives) became popularized in the 1950s with the image of the American Dream. But, let’s be … Continued
Use your head to get, and give, head
By contributor Ado Moda This article contains mature content. Today my life trajectory has changed. I believe a door has been opened that cannot close; well not without getting my favourite body part injured in the process. I happened across a Facebook post about masturbation, and, of course, had to investigate. As is common Facebook … Continued
Dirtyin’ The Nav: That goes where?
Above: Photo via iStockphoto.com Send your questions, concerns, and curiosities about sex to Diana via column@thenav.ca. Your questions stay anonymous and confidential! By columnist Diana Pearson I pick up a blue, ridged Fun Factory vibrator from the suspended display platform. I look at my partner, feel my face flush with a rosy glow, and press … Continued
Dirtyin’ The Nav: STI-gma
By columnist Diana Pearson Send your questions, concerns, and curiosities about sex to Diana via column@thenav.ca. Your questions stay anonymous and confidential! STIs are one of the big risks of engaging in sexual activity, so learning about STIs is essential for safer sex practices. So before you get down n’ dirty, let this Q&A be … Continued
Dirtyin’ the Nav: Overcoming sexual trauma
By columnist Diana Pearson Q: My last relationship was abusive and there was an instance of sexual violence. Since then, I have a found a new caring and understanding partner, but because of my past trauma, I feel I can’t give my new partner oral pleasure because my throat will close up unexpectedly. I have … Continued
Dirtyin’ the Nav: Communicating desire
By Diana Pearson Let’s be clear: consent really is as simple as a yes or no. But the catchy taglines don’t acknowledge the subtleties and complexities of sexual desire. How does one interpret body language, and resist making assumptions based on previous sexual experience? What about feelings of vulnerability that make it hard to communicate exactly … Continued
Dirtyin’ The Nav: Sex-positive Q & A
By Editor Diana Pearson Despite our so-called sexually liberated society, myths and shame-filled guidelines about sex continue to be rampant. I’m going to venture a guess that you, like many of us, have spent your share of long, anxiety-ridden nights Googling questions about sex. It can be frustrating and difficult to find thoughtful, informative, and … Continued