Related reading: 5 types of lingerie for the woman who likes to spice it up Tips to spice up your sex life So, if you need some chillis, here are a few tricks and tips to add spice to your sex life. Remember to use these chillis wisely to not burn your tongues. 1. Set up the background A little hard work to make things harder to get is always fruitful....

I Have To Go Through Painful Intercourse The pain and burning sensation after the intercourse is unbearable. I had heard people have painful intercourse after menopause but with me I am suffering so much at 28. I got married at 26 and it wasn’t that bad initially although there was a bit of pain always. How can I handle this pain? I keep thinking something is wrong with me and I don’t feel like telling my husband how much he causes me pain....

Whether you have stopped texting each other all about your day when you’re at work, or don’t seem to have sex anymore or have incessantly long fights with each other every other night, you could be in a marriage that is on the rocks. What Is A Dysfunctional Marriage? A happy marriage is one where there is plenty of understanding, commitment, love and openness. Of course, even in the happiest of marriages, not everyday is perfect and there is a fair share of arguments, conflicts and hurt....

It is said, that what is in the epic Mahabharata, is everywhere and what isn’t in it, just doesn’t exist. While love is capable of many things, I am quite impressed by its ability to transform as well as avenge. I want to be a free bird Let me give you a beautiful example of love transforming. The King of Mandukya’s daughter, Sushobhana, didn’t want to get married, as she felt that marriage was like caging a free bird....

1. Saying ‘thank you’ can save your relationship The findings of new research suggest that gratitude from one’s partner may be a powerful tool for couples as it increases relationship satisfaction and commitment while protecting couples from the corrosive effects of ineffective arguing and financial stress. Researcher Allen W. Barton said, “Our main hypothesis was that perceived gratitude from one’s partner would have what we call stress-buffering effects – that it would protect couples from the declines in relationship quality that typically happen when you have negative communication or when you have higher levels of financial strain....

The bloody underwear splatter, the gnawing pain in the stomach and the unquenchable thirst for fast food and sleep are all part of the fun package arriving once a month. Of course, the pain is common to all. The emotional response, however, is different for different people. All women have different PMS symptoms, and all of us have different ways to deal with it. In scientific terms, PMS, or premenstrual syndrome, refers to the physical or emotional changes that occur in women owing to hormonal changes throughout the month....

Gorging on bowls of sweets. The gifts, of course. But above all, knowing that at least today you and your brother won’t be at each other’s throats, pulling hair, kicking, screaming – almost vying for blood! As you grow up, you begin to understand what Raksha Bandhan really means. Your bond with your brother changes. Fewer fights, more affection. You go from being sworn adversaries to lifelong friends, and that’s when you truly begin to appreciate the spirit of this festival in true earnest....

“I feel like I have really great physical chemistry with people I have absolutely nothing else in common with,” complains Alex. “And then I’ll meet a really nice guy, but no chemistry. At least not the same sort of instant attraction I usually feel. It’ll be good to talk to them and hang out and spend lots of time together, but that spark seems to be missing.” While we fully support a strong physical pull and acting on it for your pleasure, relationship chemistry can and does go beyond that instant spark....

Now, there is a gap between what you call him when you are out for dinner with other civilized people and what you tantalizingly whisper in his ears to give him goosebumps when you’re both ready to drop your pants in the bedroom. And usually, the name that electrifies your man in private might make him go red in the face when you call it out in public, let’s say in front of his friends....

If you’re the one to always text him first, then you’re familiar with the heavy weight of a conversation, hell, even a relationship! You’ve got to stop texting him first, take a step back, and allow him to make a move for once. It can surely go both ways. However, it seems that you’re searching to confirm whether he is interested in you or not. Look at these tips to guide you in the right direction!...

“Go home,” he was advised. But home is where the heart is, and his heart was with his beloved young wife. As he stood there, drenched and pondering, a dead body floated by. Current passion clearly has scant regard for the departed, so Tulsidas, craving union with his wife, used the stiffened cadaver to row himself across the swollen waters. Surprised to see him, Ratnavali asked how he had even got there....

It took our newborn less than a week to destroy all our plans, ideals, and goals. The reality of it all is that no matter how much you plan, it will never go as planned. Surviving marriage after kids may sound like a cakewalk, it is anything but. After the baby came along, sleep-deprived and often tired, even the simplest of things like ‘What to have for dinner?’ or ‘What movie to watch?...

What are those female body language mistakes? In this detailed interview, psychiatrist and cognitive therapist Dr Shefali Batra tells us what are some female body language mistakes and also what can be done to correct those. What Is The Office Etiquette That Should Be Followed When You Are A Woman? There are two things that a woman leader needs to express through her body language, rather any leader needs to express through their body language....

“Our homes are a mere four-five kilometers away, but it has taken us 14-15 years to cover that distance and find each other…” Maya and Meera began their story with this revelation. Introverted, creative Maya was the first one to speak. A long nightmare “I was born in a deeply religious and orthodox Hindu family in eastern India, and had to fight to complete my Class XII education. I was 18 when I got married....

Although the classic narcissist is often thought of as charming, boisterous and positive (in public), they can also reflect traits of the passive-aggressive personality. They can be negativistic in outlook, blame others and engage in frequent complaining and whining. Narcissists will tell you that they will do something, but if they don’t want to do it for whatever reason, they won’t- just like the passive-aggressive personality. There are some narcissists who never display the charming, boisterous façade but only the negative personality (along with lack of empathy and other defining characteristics of NPD)....

What are the pros? 1. Brings sparkle and adventure into the relationship A dull and boring relationship can become exciting, adventurous and spicy if you and your partner are on the same page when it comes to making your sexual fantasies a reality. Role-playing, wearing sexy lingerie, using sex toys, taking a naked bath can all spice up your sex life. Dirty talking, stripping, lap dancing, etc. are some other fantasies that can help add sparkle to your relationship....

Now there’s a chance you might be underwhelmed with the response. Most of the times guys don’t bother thinking about the night at all. At other times they’re worried whether they have satisfied their woman or not, some times, they wonder if they’re up to commit. Let’s take a look at what he thinks after you sleep with him. Some of these thoughts will have you in splits while others will take you by surprise....

Who Should Pay On The First Date? Have you ever dated a man? Well, if you have, then you would know that waiters will often give the bill to them. It is a sad side effect of patriarchy that happens even today. Casual sexism aside, this issue has a lot to do with gender politics. My personal problem with the waiter aside, who should pay on a date is still a big question....

And then slowly, things changed. The “sir” would make her sit on his lap and rub her thighs. She would freeze, but pretend to still do her homework. Every day he dared a little more and moved his hands further inside. This continued for a few weeks. Every time the parents or her brother praised the tutor for being so wonderful, she cringed, but immediately felt guilty for not sharing her family’s fondness for the guy....

This is exactly where I felt I must have gone wrong a few years back. The minute I had decided the other person was at fault, I was not willing to be the one to make the first move to bury the hatchet. Isn’t it more important to be happy than to be right? Why did I need to win when arguing? Because ultimately when a bond breaks, both lose....