• 6 Harsh Truths That Will Make You a Better Person

  We all have down moments, points where we're not feeling all that attractive or that we have that much to offer someone else. However, if you know someone who continually holds that attitude and blames others for their lack of success in finding a long-term playmate, this could prove eye-opening.

• BDSM is Not Abuse

  Written by New York's Lesbian Sex Mafia, this is a concise guide to help those in or observing a relationship determine for themselves whether it's consensual or falling into the realms of abuse.

• The Cold, Hugless Dystopia of the Future - I've Been There

For those who are curious about the effects of the "consent culture" movement - and for those who feel that asking for explicit, enthusiastic consent before touching someone will lead to a society where people touch less - TheFerret provides observations from an event that goes by strict "consent culture" rules.

• Consent | Oh Joy Sex Toy!

A comic about enthusiastic vs. reluctant consent.  The tagline is "Consent isn't just sexy - it's crucial". 

• They Lied to Me About Small Talk, So I Want to be Honest About Consent

A follow-up article by TheFerret regarding the challenges of consent for those with social challenges and disabilities.

• Control Tower

  Mistress Matisse used to write a column for Seattle's alternative weekly newspaper, The Stranger. Her topics included kink and poly, and other sexy stuff. She's whip smart (ouch!) and funny. An index to items Matisse has written for The Stranger remains online.

• Derailing for Dummies

It's one thing to be asked not to feed the Trolls of an internet discussion.  It is another thing to research the secrets of their ancient art and be able to look objectively at your option when a Troll attacks.  Partake, and gain wisdom.

Sexuality and political author Dan Savage explores how couples can renegotiate the meaning of monogamy and potential deal-breakers like cheating in an otherwise healthy relationship.  Savage has an admitted bias against ending non-abusive marriages, especially when dependent offspring are involved. 

• Super Awesome Visual Way to Explain Nonmonogamy

There are many ways to be non-monogamous, and it can be complicated to understand an arrangement or explain it to someone new to the concept.  This info-graphic may help. Plus, it's cute! 

• Types of Attraction

Being attracted to another person, even in a kink context, does not necessarily mean that one is sexually attracted to them. You are free to feel your attraction for someone without trying to label it based on society's messages. How you express it, on the other hand, may at times require the other person's enthusiastic consent.