When to Have Sex?
by michael kimmel This is one of the most frequently asked questions I get from clients/readers who find themselves entering the dating world. This letter is typical: Dear Michael: I’m looking for a boyfriend, but not too seriously. I enjoy great sex a lot of the time and meet most of these guys online. I […]
Yoga, Sex and Anxiety
With millions of people rolling out their mats, research shows yoga isn’t just hype—it’s a path to calm, confidence and maybe even better chemistry in the bedroom by Michael Kimmel In the United States, about 36 million adults regularly practice yoga. About 1 in 3 Americans have tried yoga at least once. Exercise trends come […]
How to Be More Popular: 13 Habits to Boost Your Social Appeal
by michael kimmel There are hundreds of books and videos on how to be popular. In this column, I’d like to talk about some of the personality characteristics I’ve noticed over the years in clients, friends and colleagues who were particularly loved and cherished. If you’re feeling lonely or unloved, consider these suggestions: 1. Appreciation […]
My First Pride: In a City of Strangers, A Parade of Possibility Brought Me Home
by michael kimmel San Diego’s annual Pride Parade began in 1974, when a small group of gays and lesbians paraded without a permit — marching on sidewalks and stopping for red lights to avoid confrontation with the police department. Activists Jess Jessop and Tom Homann had gone to police headquarters to request a permit, but […]