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by Latha
Wed Jul 19, 2023 5:25 am
Forum: Bodies
Topic: im unable to finger myself. i dont know what im doing wrong!!
Replies: 1
Views: 18654

Re: im unable to finger myself. i dont know what im doing wrong!!

Hello Rawrinku- welcome to the boards! I'm sorry this is so frustrating! While there isn't a simple, straightforward set of instructions I can give you that will fix this issue, rest assured that it is possible. Patience and some trial and error should help. Being nervous is indeed something that co...
by Latha
Wed Jul 19, 2023 5:12 am
Forum: Sex & Sexuality
Topic: Does being into BDSM make me a bad person?
Replies: 8
Views: 15955

Re: Does being into BDSM make me a bad person?

Hi there, Hi! (That name is really just delightful) As Sam said, I think how you treat people tells you much more about yourself then your reactions to these sorts of scenes. Too, I wouldn't be quite so sure that those scenes were not meant to be sexual at all- to my knowledge, sometimes even extrem...
by Latha
Wed Jul 19, 2023 4:49 am
Forum: Ask Us!
Topic: illegal?
Replies: 6
Views: 1706

Re: illegal?

Hi there, Naurmi!

Ahhh, I can see why you're worried, though I hope that he will keep his word. Do you think it is possible to contact him and ask him to delete any photos he has? Since your mother is supportive, you could ask her to help you.
by Latha
Wed Jul 19, 2023 4:40 am
Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
Topic: I kinda need help with everything
Replies: 24
Views: 101939

Re: I kinda need help with everything

Hi there, Ellie! I hope you don't mind me jumping in while I'm on shift. Let me know if I'm missing anything. Before I get to talking about this girl (and I will, in a moment) I want to say a few things about the friend you mentioned. From what I've understood, it doesn't seem like he was a very goo...
by Latha
Wed Jul 19, 2023 2:56 am
Forum: Sex, Culture and Politics
Topic: Travelling to lgbt+ hostile countries
Replies: 10
Views: 10568

Re: Travelling to lgbt+ hostile countries

Hi there- thanks for the update, it was interesting to read! I don't think your feelings about this are ridiculous. Admitting that you're queer to a group of people who understand and accept you- gaining that sense of community- is no small thing at all. I'm sorry that it seems like those friendship...
by Latha
Wed Jul 19, 2023 2:46 am
Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
Topic: Nauseous feeling when aroused?
Replies: 5
Views: 27099

Re: Nauseous feeling when aroused?

Hi there, h3athen- welcome to the boards! Hopefully, Sour will see this and tell us if they've learnt more about this. I'm afraid I'm at a loss as well, though I will ask the other volunteers/staff if they know anything. For the time being, I think seeing a doctor as Sam suggested may be a good idea...
by Latha
Sun Jul 16, 2023 8:11 am
Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
Topic: I feel in love with my lesbian best friend
Replies: 22
Views: 44055

Re: I feel in love with my lesbian best friend

Well, you certainly don't have to move halfway across the country to put yourself in situations where you can talk to new people. But you're right- having fewer opportunities would make that more difficult. If I may ask, what kind of place do you live in? Is it very rural? It makes sense that you fe...
by Latha
Sun Jul 16, 2023 7:49 am
Forum: Ask Us!
Topic: Being Transsexual in an undeveloped country
Replies: 4
Views: 956

Re: Being Transsexual in an undeveloped country

Hi Duckworth!

Nicole should be on shift tomorrow (Monday the 17th)- she should respond to you then!
by Latha
Sun Jul 16, 2023 7:31 am
Forum: Et Cetera
Topic: One of the biggest things that gives me anxiety is feeling like an inconvenience to people, am I being irrational?
Replies: 1
Views: 18083

Re: One of the biggest things that gives me anxiety is feeling like an inconvenience to people, am I being irrational?

Hello Pinkheartsss0! Honestly, I fully understand struggling when it feels like someone is angry with you. Don't be upset with yourself for feeling bad or crying. That said, I think this mindset is hurting you. Relying on other people, making mistakes, and needing help are normal parts of being huma...
by Latha
Sun Jul 16, 2023 5:49 am
Forum: Relationships
Topic: I kind of dread spending time with my family, is this normal or am I being rude?
Replies: 3
Views: 11444

Re: I kind of dread spending time with my family, is this normal or am I being rude?

Hi there, Pinkheartsss0- welcome to the boards! You know, it's okay to have periods where you just need some more space or need to be on your own for a while- that in it of itself isn't rude. You just need to remember not to react to other people unkindly during these times. That said, from what lit...
by Latha
Sun Jul 16, 2023 4:21 am
Forum: Ask Us!
Topic: am I pregnant or not?
Replies: 21
Views: 10237

Re: am I pregnant or not?

Hello again, Abii! As Sam said, if you don't have any symptoms it is very likely that you're not pregnant. The test is meant to give you a definite answer, and it's usually better to test sooner rather than later in case you need abortion care. Are you having trouble buying a test? Yes, the first tr...
by Latha
Sun Jul 16, 2023 2:31 am
Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
Topic: I feel in love with my lesbian best friend
Replies: 22
Views: 44055

Re: I feel in love with my lesbian best friend

Hey, it's not a lot, don't worry! I can see you're trying really hard to manage these feelings and that you really care about your friend. Bottling things up sounds stressful and exhausting, so it's great that you feel you can talk about your feelings with her. The thing is, she isn't the only perso...
by Latha
Sun Jul 16, 2023 1:19 am
Forum: Supporting Each Other
Topic: I had two meltdowns today
Replies: 23
Views: 39259

Re: I had two meltdowns today

So those are options you have- that's good! So, to recap the strategies we've been considering- Minimizing the time spent around your parents: Maybe staying at your grandmother's place Going to the park Going to the library (Other ideas could be going to cafés/the mall/the gym as Nicole suggested, o...
by Latha
Sat Jul 15, 2023 5:49 am
Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
Topic: Bi? Biromantic Lesbian? A new word I don't know?
Replies: 1
Views: 2061

Re: Bi? Biromantic Lesbian? A new word I don't know?

Hi there, Aletheia- welcome to the boards! Your explanation is good, don't worry- just let me know if I've misunderstood anything. Here are my thoughts: I've definitely seen people use both 'bi' and 'biromantic lesbian' to describe the kinds of feelings you've mentioned. Here, I think we have to ack...
by Latha
Sat Jul 15, 2023 4:55 am
Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
Topic: I feel in love with my lesbian best friend
Replies: 22
Views: 44055

Re: I feel in love with my lesbian best friend

Hi there, Buckey17! Regarding feeling uncomfortable in social situations, here is how I try to think about it: A lot of people worry about being judged or somehow messing up in social situations, just as you do. Many people know what is like to feel embarrassed or out of place in social situations. ...
by Latha
Sat Jul 15, 2023 4:26 am
Forum: Supporting Each Other
Topic: I had two meltdowns today
Replies: 23
Views: 39259

Re: I had two meltdowns today

Hi Jay27, I'm sorry depression is making things so difficult- I know how hard it can be. I want to assure you that you're not behind. Be patient with yourself, and take things step by step. If all you can do is eat and do basic self-care, that is enough. Nothing is more important than your health. I...
by Latha
Sat Jul 15, 2023 3:25 am
Forum: Ask Us!
Topic: am I pregnant or not?
Replies: 21
Views: 10237

Re: am I pregnant or not?

Hi abii, I'm glad that makes you feel better, and that's a good plan! It is possible for a pregnancy test to give a false result, but it is unlikely, especially if it is used properly. This guide has instructions on how to buy and use pregnancy tests, if you'd like: Peeing on a Stick: All About Preg...
by Latha
Wed Jul 12, 2023 4:02 am
Forum: Relationships
Topic: Girlfriend says she'll lose sexual attraction for me if we open our relationship
Replies: 5
Views: 37850

Re: Girlfriend says she'll lose sexual attraction for me if we open our relationship

Hi there, Mixxes If you're comfortable with staying monogamous, that's a good plan. If you do want to discuss open relationships with your girlfriend in the future, I wonder if it would help to look into stories from other people who have opened up their relationships together. It might give her a m...
by Latha
Wed Jul 12, 2023 3:49 am
Forum: Ask Us!
Topic: I got my withdrawal bleed yet I'm worried about pregnancy
Replies: 5
Views: 4291

Re: I got my withdrawal bleed yet I'm worried about pregnancy

Hello there, Seuniemonki- welcome to the boards! Getting a withdrawal bleed is a pretty good indication that you're not pregnant. Too, those symptoms that you mentioned are also side effects of taking the combined pill itself. I'd say taking a pregnancy test is a good idea, especially if the additio...
by Latha
Wed Jul 12, 2023 3:32 am
Forum: Supporting Each Other
Topic: I had two meltdowns today
Replies: 23
Views: 39259

Re: I had two meltdowns today

Hi there, Jay27 That really does sound upsetting and exhausting, no wonder you're stressed! Your therapist is right that you shouldn't listen to the cruel things they say, but it's definitely not easy to tune that sort of thing out. When I think about things you could do to make staying with your pa...
by Latha
Wed Jul 12, 2023 3:07 am
Forum: Abuse & Assault
Topic: have i been abused?
Replies: 24
Views: 67314

Re: have i been abused?

Hi there, SillyMcGoof Hmm, that does seem a bit tricky, though it isn't nothing. Just to throw out some suggestions, do you think your mother would help you spend time outside of the house when your sister is around by dropping you off at a friend's home/an activity/the library, etc.? Or would she s...
by Latha
Wed Jul 12, 2023 2:26 am
Forum: Sex & Sexuality
Topic: having a LOT of trouble with my sex drive/stimulation, help?
Replies: 1
Views: 104747

Re: having a LOT of trouble with my sex drive/stimulation, help?

Hi there, Marcille- welcome to the boards! Don't worry, the post isn't too long. I can't give you a definite set of instructions that will make masturbation more pleasurable, but I can assure you that plenty of other people have been in your situation- some patience and trial and error usually do th...
by Latha
Sun Jul 09, 2023 2:51 am
Forum: Gender
Topic: Wondering About My Gender Identity
Replies: 2
Views: 34205

Re: Wondering About My Gender Identity

Hi there, flamboyantGuy- I'm so glad to hear Scarleteen has helped you like it helped me. On behalf of the Scartleteam, thank you for the compliment! First, I want to say that you get to define your gender for yourself- if you think you are genderqueer, you are. You're definitely not alone in feelin...
by Latha
Sun Jul 09, 2023 2:01 am
Forum: Gender
Topic: I’m questioning my gender for the first time in my life and I’m so scared, confused, and anxious, I really need advice
Replies: 10
Views: 648102

Re: I’m questioning my gender for the first time in my life and I’m so scared, confused, and anxious, I really need advi

Hello there, Lunasun It doesn't seem strange to me that you're scared to ask your mother about seeing a therapist- it is a loaded topic after all. Try to remind yourself that she won't judge you. Would you like to brainstorm ways to bring this up with her? About gender being a big deal to you- diffe...
by Latha
Sun Jul 09, 2023 1:26 am
Forum: Ask Us!
Topic: male sex toys..
Replies: 4
Views: 8887

Re: male sex toys..

Hi there, staplesj!

Ah, you're right about there being stigma, especially for straight men. Just so we're on the same page, would you clarify what you mean by 'multi-orgasmic' experience? Do you mean having multiple orgasms in succession, or something else?