You're welcome! Wishing you the best of luck, you got this.

This is definitely a tough situation and I'm sorry you've had to deal with those feelings, I want to first validate how you feel and make sure you know you have this space to vent and talk about it. I'm glad you've been doing better lately, though. I don't want you to feel pressured to orgasm or enj...

I just want to chime in and echo what Heather said. As someone who can also relate to some of what you're going through and feeling, and is still here. Things are going to get better as you navigate this and figure out what's best for you. There is no right or wrong answer because it's your life and...

If you've had 8 negative results, you are not pregnant. This article might help ease your mind a bit:
https://www.scarleteen.com/article/bodi ... nk_you_are

Trust me, I feel you and relate! Covid has affected all our lives for way longer than we wanted or expected it to, so it's okay to be frustrated about it. Keep in mind your safety and the safety of those around you is always most important and putting it first the responsible thing to do. That being...

I also want to ask, do you have other ways you can de-stress or feel more at ease when you're upset? I don't want you to rely on him as your only way to feel better, because it's always best to have ways of self care (not that we should go through things alone, it's of course good to also have peopl...

Hi Hel, This is a tricky one, because we need to have a balance between making sure our needs are met by our partner but also leaving space for their needs. You're right that your boyfriend has to put in effort, you are in a relationship and care about each other, so if you express your needs he nee...

First of all, thank you for opening up and trusting us with this. It's definitely a hard situation you're in and I want to acknowledge your feelings of confusion and frustration. I do have to say, I don't consider your feelings "dirty" or "petty". It is perfectly normal to feel j...

It's likely you just need to take a break from masturbating, and be gentle if/when you do. You should be okay if you just take care of yourself for a couple of days. If the pain persists in a day or two, it might be good to check with a doctor.

Hi girlplayer34, I'm sorry to hear you're still struggling with this. I know it's been hard being the single friend, and also still being a virgin. Fear of ending up alone is valid, but please try to be a bit less pessimistic about it! You are going to find someone for you, it just might take more p...

Hi waves15, welcome to the boards! It definitely seems like you still have feelings for this girl after all this time. On one hand, people can change a lot in four years, and just because we don't like someone today doesn't mean we never will. At the same time, though, you wouldn't want to make her ...

Honestly, it seems you are doing everything right as far as how you're cleaning the area. Gentle scrubbing with a towel and soap for a minute or two would remove any dirt built up. It is common for the skin in your inner thighs to be darker, so perhaps it is just a darker tone. I wouldn't worry too ...

I'm so glad to hear it. You're very welcome! <3

There's really no way it can! Quoted from the article: "The way people become pregnant is through direct vulval or vaginal contact with semen that is being ejaculated right there and then". Also, sperm can only stay motile for half an hour "out in the open" (outside testicles or ...

There are a few articles or advice columns that have helpful info; none are specifically only about romantic loneliness, but they touch on that subject. This one was written by Mo: Are relationships really as complicated as people make them out to be? This one is about being a lesbian and lonely, bu...

This definitely makes sense. It's normal for people to want to be single yet feel lonely, and miss things such as physical intimacy, both romantic and sexual. You know it's good not to suppress them, but it's also not good to act on them. Coping mechanisms (healthy ones) are important to keep under ...

Hi BuddyBoi21! I'm sorry to hear about the breakup, I know it had been something floating in the back of your mind for a bit but it was hard to make that final decision. My opinion is always that if a relationship doesn't feel all the way 'right', and you're having lots of doubts about it, it's not ...

Hi there, welcome to the boards! The good thing about labels regarding sexuality is that only WE can determine which ones to use. It sounds like you could certainly identify as queer or bi/pansexual, but if you feel like that doesn't apply, it's entirely up to you what to use instead. I personally f...

Something I started implementing a few years ago, and have practiced more during the pandemic, is letting my loved ones know that if I don't have the emotional capacity to support them at a specific time, I will simply say so, with the promise to come back to them when I do. So when they come to me ...

I'm so sorry you dealt with all of that, especially at such a young age when being picked on matters a lot. You shouldn't feel gullible for not knowing your best friend was lying to you, that could happen to anyone and it isn't your fault! Also as a side note, arachnophobia is serious and people of ...

Hi there, I want to begin with a gentle reminder that labels for our sexuality exist to make things easier for us and provide space and community. They should feel like they fit, and provide comfort. If you don't feel that connection to a label (aromantic in this case), you don't have to use it and ...

You're welcome!

Hi there, welcome to the boards. I understand break-ups can be hard, especially with someone who is also a close friend. Remember you have to put your own well-being first, so as much as you're trying to avoid hurting her (which is good and a sign you do care!), you also need to take care of your ow...

Hi Hedvig, I am so sorry to hear you went through that experience and are now feeling this way. I'm also super glad to hear your new partner is caring and respects your boundaries. You are definitely not damaged or dirty. It is, however, normal for people who have been through sexual assault or coer...

Hi belled, Honestly, I don't think this is "weird" or out of line. First of all, you are clearly aware of this being a crush and not an actual relationship, and also you're respectful of boundaries. Sure, you spend a lot of time thinking about her, but you respect her when you do talk to h...