Varuna Srinivasan

Dec 20, 2024 | allure.com | Varuna Srinivasan

Enger says it's important to examine the reasons for your interest in BDSM, which will then help you establish a healthy practice that allows you to feel safe (by making sure all activities are thoughtfully planned, without risk to serious bodily harm or irreparable damage), informed (with potential risks communicated and understood), and aware (that you know what you need to feel emotionally and physically safe.) “In practice, BDSM [can offer] an opportunity to explore power dynamics,...

Nov 22, 2024 | news.nestia.com | Christa Lee |Essence Gant |Varuna Srinivasan

Save this story Save Save this story Save All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. On a mirrored table in the center of vintage boutique Pretty Penny, a voluptuous red perfume bottle—La Belle by Jean Paul Gaultier—catches my eye. Then, I’m distracted by a clear, turquoise bottle with a name I don’t catch…. before my gaze lands on a twisted rectangle filled with golden liquid: Elixir Pour Elle by Mauboussin.

Oct 10, 2024 | yahoo.com | Varuna Srinivasan

Getty ImagesWelcome to Doing It, a column where sex educator Varuna Srinivasan explores the deep connections between sex and emotions. This month, they dive into the world of adults-only lifestyle cruises. Cruises have gotten more niche in recent years. There are Star Trek Cruises, which allow one to cosplay as your favorite members of the Federation and have immersive experiences like dramatic script readings.

Oct 10, 2024 | flipboard.com | Varuna Srinivasan

I’m a Queer Man Who Had a Fling With Another Guy. Should His Girlfriend Be Told? I’m a man who recently had a fling with a man who is in a monogamous heterosexual relationship. We had sex twice. While I am in a nonmonogamous relationship myself, I respect the practice of monogamy. Normally I wouldn’t get involved with someone who is unfaithful. But here I felt my moral …

Sep 16, 2024 | yahoo.com | Varuna Srinivasan

Getty ImagesWelcome to Doing It, a column where sex educator Varuna Srinivasan explores the deep connections between sex and emotions. This month, they explore the underrated experience of having sex or masturbating in front of a mirror. Mirrors changed my sex life. It was a massive turning point in my own sexual healing journey to finally be able to look at my vulva without cringing. I know, I know. I have a sex column. I'm supposed to be super sexually liberated.