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im gay, and i used to cut myself a lot because of it. and my depression is starting to kick in again. what do you recommend?…
Anonymous
The best way to avoid it is to take your mind off of it. There is nothing wrong with being gay however a whole mass of people disagree and that’s the only thing wrong with being gay - the stigma surrounding it. There is no pressure to come out, however when you do you’ll find a great weight lifted from your shoulders, it’s about timing though and you must only do so when you’re confident that whatever fallout results from doing so is minimal. If you’re in school, focus on your school work, you could try setting goals or even joining clubs, there you will meet people you can spend time with, if you don’t already spend time with friends. Read More…
Is it okay to masturbate. im only 15..…
Anonymous
It’s natural to masturbate at just about any age, so long as you can physically do it, you practice caution and you feel comfortable. At 15, you’ll find most people masturbate, at least most males (I don’t know about females, that’s a mystery to me). If you feel comfortable masturbating at your age then there is no reason why you shouldn’t, it is however very important that you do it safely and in privacy.…
I am a girl and feel attracted to boys, and I think I like this guy right now, but when I think about doing anything like kissing him (or any boy) or anything sexual it just seems weird. As in, none of that stuff seems appealing to me. I've kissed before but I just remember it feeling very weird. I'm 17 and all my friends really enjoy these kinds of things. I'm on an anti-depressant so I thought maybe that could be getting rid of my libido, but idk. What's going on?…
Anonymous
Don’t worry, it’s not out of the ordinary to not want to have sexual relations with someone you like.  A lot of people don’t feel a burning need to kiss their significant other, but that does not mean they don’t like the other person the same as someone who does.  You can still like that guy and not want to kiss him/do anything sexual.  If you are concerned that your medication is messing with your body’s reactions, then you can ask your doctor about it at your next appointment.…
I'm scared i will always be alone because i dont want to lose my virginity until i get married. I know these days most of relationships work with sex but i dont want that.. So any advice? I really feel lonely and im scared to fall for anyone bcuz of that issue, i already did and it was fucking bad to get over..…
Anonymous
You need fall in love in order to get married, at least, that is if you want to have a happy marriage. Don’t be afraid to go out and meet people, you don’t have to have sex with anyone and if they can’t accept that then they’re not worth it. Is it scary? Probably not.…
If i had an STD, would i feel it??…
Anonymous
That depends on the STD you could be infected with and your gender. For example, 75% of women feel no symptoms when they are infected with Chlamydia. It’s only when they leave it untreated and the infection spreads to other organs, that infection is noticeable through symptoms. So no, you may not necessarily feel anything if you have been infected with an STD. If you’ve had unprotected sex and are concerned about whether you are infected with anything or not, head down to the doctor and get an STD test.  For information about various STD’s in women check out this link. For men check out this link.…
I'm physically and emotionally attracted to girls but I can emotionally like a dude if he is pretty close to my soul. Is that normal? Idk what to awkwardly label my sexuality when people ask.…
frankisses
I actually personally have quite a bit of experience with this. I struggled with my sexuality for quite a while, and at my school all sexualities are very accepted. However, I do have a lot of friends that have trouble determining their sexuality. Read More…
Ones a close friend of mine start saying to my sister and I that I was a lesbian as a game, I'm straight and that's clear for me so it was ok, but then it becomes annoying, (I'm not saying being a lesbian is wrong, I respect.) it constantly make me uncomfortable and it is making my own sister think that I'm lesbian for real, I don't like being called something I'm not.…
Anonymous
My advice to you is that you simply let them know how you feel. In my experience honesty really is the best policy. I tend to tell people directly how I feel. If someone tells me they have a crush on me, I simply tell them how I feel. There is no need to beat around the bush, and perhaps it is the same in this situation. Read More…
I'm straight, but for one of my really good friends, when I look at her I feel like I want to kiss her. We hold hands in the hallway at school sometimes, at first it was a joke but now i think it's a symbol of our friendship. I know she's straight too. When those cute tumblr posts come up she pops into my head a lot. Is it bad if i think about her like this? Is it right?…
Anonymous
It’s not wrong, but whether it is right or not is up to you. It’s not entirely right to want to kiss a friend, unless you’re sexually attracted to them, which in your case could possibly mean you’re bi-sexual. If you’re certain you’re not then maybe you have developed an emotional attraction to - her familiar to those who identify themselves as pansexual. I advise you ask yourself what you really want from or with her.  If you’re curious about pansexuality, try reading these previous questions here and here.…
I'm 17 and I'm a virgin. I don't wanna lose it to some random guy so I'm waiting till I have a bf. There's this 1 boy I know who wants to have sex, but there's a chance our relationship can grow after it. Do you think he's just saying that just to have sex or maybe our relationship can grow? I really don't want to regret it.…
obviaslut
Relationships often begin after a sexual encounter, but sex shouldn’t be a condition for a relationship to begin. If you really like this guy and want to explore an emotional connection with him then maybe you should try taking it slow at first, play hard to get - if he isn’t willing to do the work don’t have sex with him. At 17 you may have college to look forward to, you will meet many guys that have a lot in common with you. Having sex for the first time can be an awkward experience so doing it with someone you trust is a safe move. In short, I am not sure what he wants, it really comes down to you and what you want. I’d recommend waiting for the right guy, someone you feel comfortable with and who sex with isn’t a condition for a deeper relationship.…
I'm 15, and i'm bisexual. And I am currently dating this girl, and i've been dating her for 2 months now, and my parents don't know.. They're very homophobic.. Everyone knows besides them.. what should I do?…
Anonymous
It’s awful when the people who are meant to love you unconditionally are disapproving of your lifestyle. If you’re okay with them not knowing, it’s probably best not to tell them right now. Depending on how homophobic they are, they might do something dramatic like kicking you out of the house, which would leave you in an unsafe situation. If you feel that they’re likely to react in that way, it would be wise to wait until you can fully support yourself before telling them. Try to find out what their likely reaction will be to your sexual orientation. If you have any siblings you could ask, “What would you do if _____ was gay or bisexual?”  Although they may question your reason for asking. If there is anything LGBT related on TV you could start a discussion about it and get a better understanding of what they think. If you feel that they won’t react too harshly, and you really want them to know, just sit with them when they’re relaxed and tell them the truth. Let them know you can’t change who you end up being attracted to and tell them that you have a girlfriend if they refuse to believe you. Your parents will eventually come round and accept you and your sexuality, it just takes time. Before I came out my dad would openly express his disgust for LGBT people whenever he saw them. After I came out he was completely different. It took him a few months but he’s accepting of it now. Your parents will accept it in time as well! Good luck!…
So this guy likes me, he's one of my best friends and I don't like him. At all. He's trying to prove to my other friends' brother that he's not gay. How should I tell him that I don't want to get with him? Because that's all he is talking about and it's scaring me...…
saypepsiplease
Hey there,  I have been in your position, and the best thing to do is just be honest. Firstly, reassure him that he doesn’t need to prove anything to anyone other than himself. Don’t be aggressive about telling him you’re not interested, just try and make him understand your viewpoint. How about throwing some casual hints into conversation such as; “Hahah, you know, you’re such a good friend. I think I’ll keep things this way” or “Yeah, I wouldn’t wanna ruin our friendship by going further. Lets stay like this.” If he still doesn’t get the message, I’d just be honest and straightforward. Sit him down, explain to him that you don’t have feelings. At all. Make it clear that you  highly value his friendship and don’t want this to affect it. If all else fails, just tell him to stop trying to get with you and to stop talking about it. Sometimes you just need to be brutally honest, especially if it’s scaring you or making you feel uncomfortable. …
So I'm 16 and a Lesbian. I'm still a virgin and I know nothing is wrong with that but a lot of my friends give me shit because I'm a Lesbian I will never "Officially" loose my virginity.. And it makes me feel so insecure I guess you could say.. Anyways should I just find a random guy to hook up with so I can get it over with? Because it's not like it has to be special or anything, because I'm not attracted to guys sexually! So please help?…
Anonymous
First of all there really is nothing wrong with being a virgin. Everyone can choose what sex means to them, and being a virgin is nothing disgraceful and definitely nothing to worry about. The definition of virginity actually has nothing to do with sexual organs. Virginity is simply never having had sexual intercourse. Sexual intercourse covers many things such as oral sex, penetrative sex, anal sex, fingering, toys, etc. You get to choose which form of sexual intercourse defines you losing your virginity, not your friends or any part of society.  It’s not right to just sleep with someone to lose your virginity, just for the sake of appeasing your friends. They need to realize that you have lost your virginity and they’re wrong. Your virginity is something special, and you lost it to your female partner, which is fine! Definitely do not sleep with some random guy to lose something you’ve already lost! Try explaining these points and your personal opinion to your close friends, if they fail to understand then just ignore what they say. They’re being very ignorant and quite inconsiderate. Remember, you don’t need to prove anything to anyone other than yourself. …
my girlfriend has started taking the pill but shes afraid of me cuming inside her and her getting pregnant , can girls still get pregnant even when on the pill ? or are we both just being paranoid ?…
Anonymous
Pregnancy can occur when the pill isn’t taken correctly. If the pill is taken much later in the day than usual, or if you miss the pill all together for a day or two, or even if excess alcohol is consumed, pregnancy can occur. When taken properly the contraceptive pill has an accuracy rate of 99%.  So while it is very unlikely that pregnancy will happen, there is still a chance of it happening. It’s recommended to use more than one form of contraception during sex, such as a condom and the pill. Sometimes it’s good to be paranoid! Better to be safe than sorry.…
what age is it "acceptable" to have sex? honestly?…
Anonymous
That’s a subjective issue. Usually, the legal age in your country is a good guideline. In some countries, such as New Zealand, the legal age is sixteen. In others, it is eighteen or even twenty-one. With that in mind, it is incredibly important to consider your own and your family’s religious and cultural beliefs. In some cultures it is “unacceptable” to have sex until after marriage.  The most important thing is to feel comfortable with the decision and to be mature enough to deal with any consequences. Remember, don’t feel pressured into anything. A misconception often faced by people is that they have to go as “far” as they did the last time, each time they have a sexual encounter. Eg- Just because you have sex one time, doesn’t mean you have to have sex the next time. You always have the right to say no. Hope that helped. All the best…
me and my boyfriend were both very drunk at a house party last week, we argued and the heat of the moment i told him that i had cheated on him. which was actually true. but the next day i lied to him and told him i hadn't and said that i had only said it because i was annoyed with him. we made up and are fine now, i really want to come clean and tell him that i really did cheat but i know it will break us up for good. what do you suggest i do?! i feel so terrible!!…
Anonymous
I think the best thing for you to do is to be honest, once again. The guilt from lying to him is what’s making you feel so terrible, and once you’re honest I’m sure you will feel a bit better about the situation. Just explain that it was a mistake which you deeply regret, and try to tell him whatever your reasons were or whichever circumstances lead up to you cheating. Unfortunately, you can’t expect a positive reaction from your boyfriend. He’s likely to be extremely hurt when he finds out the truth, and it may lead to a break up or trust issues down the line. The best thing you can do is let him know the truth, give him time to come to terms with what happened and hopefully he will eventually forgive you. Use how he reacted when you told him while drunk as a slight guideline for how he will react when you tell him while sober. You may not get the outcome you want but honesty is the best policy in situations like this.…