Sunday, March 6, 2011

Introduction to "Let's Talk About SEX," the Blog

This blog's purpose is to help you get a better grip on your Sex and Dating Life, as well as to inform you about sexuality and culture in America & occasionally, other parts of the world. I believe in any given subject, there's room for improvement, and in the topics of Sex and Dating, our quest for self-betterment certainly is passionately motivated. Whether you are seeking a casual encounter, a long-term commitment, or a polyamorous lifestyle, I am here to help.


The anonymity of the Internet provides an ideal platform to speak on these topics with frankness. I hope to create a community of people who can respectfully exchange ideas and facts about such a critical topic. I am creating this space because the ability of open and honest communicatation about Sex & Dating is hampered by a few prevelant influences in American society today. Most prevalently, our American attitude towards sexuality is shaped by our exposure to media and our embarrasment at the idea of talking frankly about the subjects with "real people," whether those people are our friends, mothers, fathers, counselors, older siblings, a wise uncle or aunt, or whomever you might generally go to for advice on personal matters, but not in the matter of "sexuality". That's where I come in. I'm on the Internet, the home of anonymous interaction. That being said, I do hope to create a community of regulars who post comments to my entries, offering friendly criticism and responses to my expertise on the subject.

I intend to cover topics on Sexuality & Dating (LGBTQ friendly, of course). My goal is to take a couple steps closer to my goal getting a MA in Counseling Psychology, with additional specialization in Sexology.


What makes me qualified to advise you? I have studied Psychology & Human Sexuality extensively, both for coursework and personal pleasure. My influences & interests in the field of Human Sexuality Include:
Dan Savage of Savage Podcast,
Dr. Ruth Weistheimer of "Ask Dr. Ruth" a syndicated news column (merely 1 endeavor among countless others),
Christopher Ryan & Cacilda Jetha co-authors of "Sex at Dawn: The Prehistoric Origins of Modern Sexuality"
Janet Hyde & John Lamater, co-authors of "Understanding Human Sexuality," a textbook,
Dr. Karen Horner, Professor of Psychology at Catawba College
Dr. Jonathan Malino, Professor of Philosophy at Catawba College




I have served to counsel a number of friends over the years, generally about the subjects of Sex and Dating. You might say I have some "personal experience" in these matters. That's all I got for you. Lay it on me! My email is diana_of_boston@hotmail.com





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