Women lose too much in pursuit of love and sex Modernity defines ‘love’ as an open concept to be felt and desired by all without discrimination. According to history, love is one-sided and patriarchal—men can take whatever they need and women give up everything they have to offer. For many women, especially those in heterosexual […]
Four couples who show us that we don’t need to be alone in the lab on Valentine’s Day It’s hard to imagine falling in love while working in the lab. Bright fluorescent lights, eyes strained from the microscope, and that one vent that always makes a weird noise—personally, it doesn’t really put me in the
The only crime I see is the absolute killer face card you’ve got Dear Luigi, It’s been many weeks since I have heard from you, but I just know you’re busy hatching up some new, saucy plan to fix the world. I won’t keep you from your brainstorming for long (since there’s a LOTTTT of
Ode to my man, Luigi Mangione Read More »
Why the pressure to find ‘the one’ in university may be misguided For years, everyone has told me that my post-secondary years will define my future, including my romantic future—no pressure! The idea that university is where everyone meets their ‘soulmate,’ or the person they’ll spend the rest of their life with, is prevalent among
The myth of college soulmates: navigating expectations of love in your 20s Read More »
Carrie Bradshaw takes on Toronto In a city where our morning coffee order is more consistent than our love lives, I can’t help but wonder if we’re addicted to quick fixes, or if we actually crave something that lasts? This February, as we swipe right on both candidates and Tinder profiles, we’re faced with the
Love & Sex & the City Read More »
Engaging with erotica through an asexual lens Erotica—media portraying sex or its elements—has two uses. Its surface-level purpose is to sexually arouse the viewer. Its second function is to allow the audience to explore artistry, aesthetics, and psychology through a more nuanced lens than what is otherwise found or permitted in non-suggestive contexts, while being
Navigating the Gray Area of Modern Dating ‘Situationship.’ The term sprung into popularity as of late to put an easy label on our confusing and often passionate connection with someone. Perhaps you are no stranger to the concept of a situationship, possibly even having experienced it yourself . How did that go for you? Situationships
Why You’re Falling Prey to Situationships Read More »
What really is love? Are soulmates real? Is love at first sight just romantic nonsense? Ashley and Jiwoo are joined by members of The Strand and The UC Gargoyle to discuss these questions and other matters of the heart. Thanks to Alex Heyman, Rion Levy, and Maya Fleischmann!
Love & Sex Special: What is Love? Read More »
“You’re a sexy one, Mr. Grinch / You really are a flirt / You’re as cuddly as a pillow. You like it rough and full of dirt, Mr. Grinch!” This is just one of the many “remixes” my girlfriend sings to me as I’m dressed head-to-toe in a green yak-hair suit. For some this might
My girlfriend has a Grinch fetish. And I love it. Read More »
