identity

Side Effects of Beauty

It may not seem readily apparent, but being considered attractive does sometimes get in the way of achieving the simple happiness we all hope to find in meaning... Go Deeper

The Ultimate Masquerade

Before we know what it is, boys are measured against the invisible standard of masculinity. In the African American community, not fitting the standard makes yo... Go Deeper

A 10-Year Ph.D. in Sex

From a young age, sex becomes known as the three letter word only for adults. It is whispered in the shadows and behind closed doors, and for that very reason i... Go Deeper

The Beast Named Desire

The Storyteller, an anonymous late-twentysomething from the midwest, seems to have it all: beauty, charm, and limitless potential. But no matter what you look l... Go Deeper

The Perfect Son

The Storyteller is an anonymous late-twentysomething from the midwest. For a number of reasons, he didn't want me to publicly disclose his identity. So, I'll si... Go Deeper

Crushes. Love. Relationships.

We all remember that crush. The first pangs of desire, and all the other firsts that followed. For many, that experience kick-started the never-ending emotional... Go Deeper

Something Like Manhood

What happens when you don’t have any male figures to show you what it means to be a man? That’s easy—you make it up as you go. You find people you admire and lo... Go Deeper

The Journey to Acceptance

When you first meet Tristan, the first thing you’d probably notice is his beauty. But behind the warm smile and brown hue is a man with a story of not feeling a... Go Deeper

Being Little Daddy

Those around us when we’re youngest and most impressionable leave quite the impression. For some, it’s the person who has always been there. For others, it’s th... Go Deeper

Sex as Play

What is sex to you? No matter the answer, sex plays a key role in helping us figure out our own sense of self, who we are, and how we connect with the people an... Go Deeper