But are these foods really the secret to a more fulfilling sex life or just another hyped-up myth? In this article, sexologist Dr. Rajan Bhonsle (MD, MBBS Medicine and Surgery), Head of the Department of Sexual Medicine at K.E.M.Hospital and Seth G.S.Medical College, Mumbai, writes to give you clarity on the role aphrodisiacs can play in your sex life. Types Of Aphrodisiacs Before we get into the different types of aphrodisiacs, let’s address another important question to make sure we’re on the same page about what exactly it is that we’re talking about: what are aphrodisiacs?...

From age-old celebrity marriages like that of Jill Gascoine and Alfred Molina, and Annette Bening and Warren Beatty, to this century’s Claire Danes and Hugh Dancy, Gemini Aries compatibility has always been a hit. As both signs are known to get bored easily, they are in dire need of a partner who can be emotionally and intellectually stimulating. That’s what makes Gemini and Aries a match made in heaven. Are you rooting for an Aries and Gemini relationship?...

For one, true love is a whole other feeling. When Cupid strikes, you’ll just know. When you love someone, you’ll have a litany of reasons as to why that person rings your bell. But sometimes, one has to go through multiple relationships until you find the person you love. When you do, you’ll see and feel the difference in how you behave with them and how the relationship thrives. 8 Ways To Know Do I Love Him Or The Idea Of Him Unfortunately, many of us get caught in a make-believe love trap....

Of course, that isn’t the only indicator that your dynamic may be leading you toward burnout, but if you’re waiting for your partner’s business trip to another continent more than s/he is, something’s probably up. Since you don’t want to be overanalyzing such questions by yourself, we brought along counseling psychologist Shambhavi Agrawal (MSc. in counseling psychology), who specializes in anxiety, work-life balance, depression, grief, and life transitions issues, to talk about emotionally exhausting relationships....

Recent Changes In Family Structure And New Marriage Demands Salony Priya is a counseling psychologist with 18 years of experience in training and counseling across educational institutions, social organizations, NGOs, and the corporate sector. She is the Director of UMMEED, a multispeciality positive psychology institution. And this is what she had to say about the changes in family structure and the shift in what marriages demand of couples of today....

When two people come together to share their lives, be it for the interim or the long-haul, it is only through honest and open communication that they can succeed in building a bond that allows them to stick together through the thick and thin. Even so, a lack of communication in relationships remains a persistent and common issue. We asked psychologist Kavita Panyam for her take on communication problems between couples....

BDSM Confessions Of Six Women You do conjure up strange images when we utter the word BDSM. For many it comes with a sense of judgment and they think that being tied up and beaten is all about kinky sex. True BDSM is not for everyone so it should not be tried either. But those who have been bold enough to try BDSM have some really interesting BDSM confessions to make....

Like them, couples can often find it awkward and difficult to set the vibe with other couples. After all, making friends as a couple requires the compatibility of not two, but four people. Yet, when done right, it can add that “missing fun element” to your relationship or marriage. But how can couples find such couple friends? And why is making friends as a couple so important? Here are the answers to all your questions....

One of the most important aspects that stands out in most Elite Singles reviews is that this dating app caters to highly educated people who are looking for a serious relationship with like-minded people. You can’t sign up on this elite dating site and expect to have casual dating encounters. This is a mature dating pool for educated and well-earning individuals. If educational qualifications and income are important criteria for you to zero in on a potential partner, then the EliteSingles dating app is perfect for you....

To help you understand how relationship break works and how to reconnect after one, we reached out to Joie Bose, who specializes in counseling people dealing with abusive marriages, breakups, and extramarital affairs. She says, “Sometimes there are moments in your life when you feel like everything is getting to you and you need a break. A break from work, responsibilities, friends, family, and even romantic relationships. “Maybe the two of you wanted to focus on your careers or focus on bettering your mental health....

You need to stop being gullible and stand up for yourself if you feel you’re giving too much of yourself in a relationship. More importantly, if you feel like you don’t get as much as you give, you need to take a step back and reassess your priorities. I Give Too Much In Relationships But I Don’t Want To A few days ago, I remember a writer friend of mine telling me the weirdest tale of his breakup that I had ever heard so far....

He is not sure of the relationship now Things went on and after some time he started saying that he needed time to think that if he wanted this relationship or not. He said that he is confused about his life as he has no aim in his life and doesn’t know what he will do after this. I always gave him time, space everything that he needed. And recently he told me that while he was still in a relationship with me he had sex with some other girls from our university....

A healthy relationship is one where all parties involved have a strong sense of self and do not rely entirely on external validation. But it’s also one where everyone feels that they have their share of love and attention and no one feels neglected. We all like attention but keeping your dignity and self-esteem is even more important. So, if you’re tired of begging for attention from a husband or wife, or long-term partner, buckle up....

“This story is about how I tried to woo my crush and how I made a fool of myself in front of my crush. A woman can behave in all kinds of ways when she is having a crush on someone so it’s not unnatural that you end up embarrassing yourself in front of your crush,” said the girl who was in love with her boss. Everyone needs some approval from that very important person in one’s life and when you are young, this person is mostly fickle and frivolous, not worthy of your adoration....

I was consumed by fantasies about what it’d be like if I told him how I felt. Would he say he felt the same way about me too? Would we seal our confessions with a kiss? What would that feel like? Since we were also pretty good friends, we’d spend a lot of time hanging out together. And I’d savor the moments and relive them in my head, over and over again....

Life is better with friends – we all know this. In fact, it is your friends that help you get over every rough breakup or heartbreak that you have had to endure. Spending time with friends helps you realize who are the people that truly matter in your life and how much they care about you. When we get into new relationships, we often forget to make time for friends....

But, how do you break up with someone you live with? Just the thought of it makes you want to avoid doing it altogether, doesn’t it? But when the relationship consistently threatens your mental health, you’ll realize that ending things is the only option. It’s not a favorable situation to be in, but you’ve now got to figure out how to end a relationship when you live together with your partner....

Breaking up is never easy. But as painful as a breakup might be, it’s better than dragging out a relationship past its expiry date. Holding on to a relationship that’s not working out, harms both you and your partner. If one of you is not happy, then neither of you can be happy. Sometimes it’s just better to let go and try to move on. How To Know It’s Time To Break Up With Someone You Love We’ve all been fed the ‘love overcomes all obstacles’ theory....

Whether you take a long bath, meditate, or just take a walk around the block, make sure you take some time for you. Finally, don’t be afraid to be alone. Embrace your alone time, and enjoy the peace and quiet. These 13 self date tips will help you date yourself, and you’ll soon find that you’re happier and more content than ever before. What Does It Mean To Date Yourself?...

People of all genders can indeed commit adultery. But most studies and surveys on the topic show that male partners tend to cheat more frequently than partners of other genders. However, no matter the gender of the partners, it can be a devastating discovery for the cheated partner and a tough and guilt-ridden journey for the one who cheated. With the help of clinical psychologist Devaleena Ghosh (M.Res, Manchester University), founder of Kornash: The Lifestyle Management School, who specializes in couples counseling and family therapy, we try to understand the complexities of infidelity and what a relationship needs for recovering from an affair after a breach of trust of such monumental proportions....