I’m seeing a man who is stuck in a relationship that is so entwined with his friends and living situation that we just pretend that part of his life doesn’t exist.
Writing
Smash Talks: Emotional Gratification
I’m afraid to masturbate because I worry I’ll think of my emotionally painful last relationship.
Smash Talks: Flowers for Others
A little over a month ago, I ended things with a woman I’d been seeing. There were many reasons as to why, but most of them fall under the “I don’t like how you treat me” umbrella.
Smash Talks: The Bounce
I’ve noticed that some of my friends seem to bounce from one relationship to the next, often with no time in between. I’ve asked the more serious offenders about this, and they never really seem to know why they do this.
Smash Talks: A Creep’s Contract
I have an issue that’s not about sex or relationships, but it’s still confusing and I’m hoping you can help.
Smash Talks: Emotional Intrigue
We haven’t talked about anything inappropriate at all, but there’s still something that feels a little off about this whole thing.
Smash Talks: Self-Care, All-Care
While I’m proud of myself for making ME a priority, I feel really guilty and like I’m a bad friend.
Smash Talks: Detecting Smoke
I’m not sure, but I think I my partner may be gaslighting me.
Smash Talks: Central Split
After what was a tumultuous better part of this past year, my primary partner and I have chosen to go our separate ways.
Smash Talks: Choked Up
Recently I engaged in a bit of casual sex, and the casual in the casual sex took an unexpected turn.
Smash Talks: #SelfieQueen, with Destiny Rogowski
“Owning your beauty is important. We only get one body to live in, and we experience all pleasure and pain through this vessel.”
Smash Talks: A Surprising Transmission
Recently my girlfriend went in for a standard check-up and was diagnosed with an STI. Neither of us have ever had any symptoms, and now I can’t help but worry that she’s been cheating on me.