Teela Hudak
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Teela is a Vancouver-based Sex Educator & Relationship Expert. Learn more at: https://exploresextalk.com/
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What Is Emotional Blackmail?
Emotional blackmail is a form of emotional abuse. It's a powerful type of manipulation where people directly, or indirectly, threaten to punish us for failing to do or give them what they want. It can occur between any two people, regardless of what kind of relationship they have. It can happen between friends, lovers, co-workers, or members of the family.
By Teela Hudak5 years ago in Humans
What Is an Orgasm?
An orgasm is the sensation of intense sexual pleasure. It is often considered the climax or peak of sexual activities and is sometimes referred to as "cumming" or "climaxing." Anyone can have an orgasm if they are feeling properly sexually stimulated. At this time there is no agreed-upon, overarching explanation of orgasms.
By Teela Hudak5 years ago in Filthy
What Is Anal Sex?
Anal sex is when something is inserted into the anus. Commonly most people think of a penis being inserted but fingers or a sex toy can also be used. Not everyone is comfortable with the idea of anal sex and that's perfectly okay. As with all kinds of sexual activity, the motto of "different strokes for different folks" applies. There is no right or wrong in enjoying or not enjoying anal play.
By Teela Hudak5 years ago in Filthy
What Is Abortion?
An abortion is a termination of a pregnancy. It stops the baby from continuing to grow and develop. In many cases, this is done through by medical professionals and the majority of abortions are completed in the first 10 weeks of pregnancy. When someone is considering this decision, counseling is often an important part of the process. The decision can be made for a number of reasons and often not made lightly. The decision and counseling process is best explored in greater depth at another time.
By Teela Hudak5 years ago in Viva
How Often Should I Get Tested?
Do you ever ask yourself, how often should I get tested? Getting tested is an important part of safeguarding your sexual health but how often should you go? The answer is going to be a little different for everyone. The choice is a very personal one and there is no right or wrong answer. Each person needs to decide their own level of diligence based on their lifestyle and choices.
By Teela Hudak5 years ago in Filthy
Why Is Talking About Sex Embarrassing?
If the thought of talking about sex brings a flush to your cheeks or a nervous flutter to your belly, then don't worry. You are not alone. Many adults are uncomfortable talking about sex, even with their own partners. But what gives us this discomfort? Is it something that's evolved as part of our genetic makeup? Do we have deep-rooted fears of being seen as inadequate by others? Are we taught by society and our parents that it is the correct response to sex? Does it make sex seem more mysterious and seductive? What is the root cause of why we are embarrassed to talk about something that has been an integral part of the human experience?
By Teela Hudak5 years ago in Filthy
How Does Materialism Impact Our Relationships?
We live in a very materialistic world. In many parts of North America, there is a heavy pressure for people to have stuff. Some people measure success by what possessions a person has and are able to get. Many assumptions and judgments are made about our relationships based on how successful the partner we’ve chosen is. There are also a lot of people who assume that some people pursue certain partners purely on materialistic considerations.
By Teela Hudak5 years ago in Humans
Do Beliefs About Love Impact Your Relationships?
There are lots of different ideas when it comes to love. Some people think that you need to work to maintain long-term relationships while others feel that love should be easy. So which is it? Is love hard work? Should it be hard? The truth is that the answer is a bit what you make it. What you believe about love will influence your decisions and how you approach relationships. It will impact how much you put into your relationships and this ultimately affects the course of your romantic attachments. A fair amount of research has gone into beliefs about love and how it influences our choices and relationships.
By Teela Hudak5 years ago in Humans
What Is Monogamy?
Monogamy is the relationship style where two people are in a committed relationship. Two people are sexually committed to each other and do not engage in any sexual activities with anyone else. This is the most commonly accepted type of relationship in today's North American society. It is also commonly held up as the ideal relationship and a way to see success in love.
By Teela Hudak5 years ago in Humans
How Do I Get Tested?
Everyone has an STI status and it's important for you to know yours. It's a huge piece of being a sexually healthy and responsible adult. Getting tested on a regular basis will help you avoid any long-term health risks by helping you to address any problems quickly and before they cause any serious damage. It also helps you keep your sexual partner(s) safe as well by reducing the risks they have of contracting anything.
By Teela Hudak5 years ago in Filthy
What Is Sex-Positivity?
There are a lot of ways to look at sexuality. People are influenced by their upbringing, culture, religion, and life experiences. Our ideas about sexuality evolve throughout our lives based on all these factors. We may feel embarrassed by the subject or don't know who or when we can talk about it but these kinds of conversations are important.
By Teela Hudak5 years ago in Filthy