sexuality

Stuff Gay People Like: Being attracted to douchebags

When it comes to purely sexual attractions, we toss these desirable qualities in a long-term mate and idealize, instead, a different kind of stereotype: A bro.

No matter where we’re from we’re all familiar with this man – a cocky, athletic, beer-guzzling former frat boy with washboard abs and a questionable or nonexistent political worldview.

Heinzesight: Does it really get better?

Growing up can be extremely hard, and life doesn’t necessarily get better. Should we wait around for it to get better, get angry, give up, or take a more active role in improving our lives? I think it’s more important to tell people not to give up instead of instilling hope that life will improve over time.

Ask the sexpert: How do I stay safe when it comes to anal play?

Dear Shanna: I’m starting to explore anal play, and have not yet bought toys; I’m…

HeinzeSight: Karma’s a bitch!

Dear Brent,

A while ago I made a profile on a hookup site, and uploaded a few pictures of me that weren’t the most flattering, but decent and all I had handy. I came across a very hot guy and sent him a message, but he replied that I wasn’t “in his league” and shouldn’t have more closely read where his profile says he has “high standards.” Before I could even reply, he blocked me!

Effeminate Male, seeks to be butch

Dear Brent, A guy I’ve been on a few dates with recently told me he…

Love in the digital era

Today’s school-aged kids may never know what it’s like to hand-write a school paper; many are…

Take your social life back from technology

Many of us get frustrated with our culture’s reliance on the Internet and electronic formats…

Pre-Cheating is a player’s game

  Dear Brent, I started posting profiles on gay networking and hookup sites about a…

Meth and mistletoe holiday hopes for a life regained

This is the time of year in which many people contemplate their New Year’s resolutions.…

10 ways to increase your chances of connecting

This time of year signifies the end of 2011 and all of our hopes for…