“Dry spells are like pits of quicksand. The deeper you fall into one, the harder it is to get out. Don’t let yourself fall too deep into no-man’s land. Do the deed with someone, and welcome yourself back into the land of the sexually active.”— Tess Barker, womenshealthmag.com
“The best way to get over someone is to get under someone else. Or on top of them. Or beside them. Whichever way you flip it, a nice steamy ‘palette cleanser’ can be the perfect way to finally get the taste of an ex out of your mouth for good.”— Tess Barker, womenshealthmag.com
“Given our culture’s obsessive promotion of narrow beauty aesthetics and even narrower sexual practices, one might never suspect that people have wildly divergent preferences, arousal triggers, and responses to touch. Variety in partners makes it nearly impossible to maintain the ‘one size fits all’…”— Monica Shores, alternet.org
“A series of hook ups might lead you to the conclusion that you’re enjoying single life and not ready for anything longer-term, or may prove to you that you feel the best sexually and emotionally when you’re serious about someone. Either way, it will be a truth about yourself that you’ve tested out,…”— Monica Shores, alternet.org
“Some women don’t need a deep spiritual connection in order to enjoy carnal pursuits and some men do; the old stereotypes aren’t useful in navigating your own needs, and breaking anachronistic expectations through experience could lead you to a better understanding of your own sexuality.”— Monica Shores, alternet.org
“In addition to providing enhanced blood flow to the body, sex also increases blood flow to the brain, delivering an extra boost of glucose that it uses as energy. So, if you've got a buildup of e-mails to read or really want to finish your crossword puzzle, sex might just be the jump-start you need.…”— Jocelyn Voo, fitnessmagazine.com
“Forget your morning swipe of blush and overly expensive face serums. With increased blood circulation and oxygenation of the blood, a post-coital glow means a temporary brighter complexion.”— Jocelyn Voo, fitnessmagazine.com
“Now, with apps like Tinder and online dating, you can find like-minded people who just want to shoot fluids in each other without strings attached. The digital world means you can get more hook-ups than a Wall Street broker with a bag of cocaine at a party.”— Bread Foster, brobible.com
“No one looks down on sexualized women, unless they post it all over twitter. No one really cares what freaky stuff people cram into their bodies anymore as long as it makes everything feel tingly. Hookup culture means letting your freak flag fly.”— Bread Foster, brobible.com
“Having sex with almost strangers is a huge adrenaline rush. Whether you’re a girl or a guy, a one-night hook-up has a feeling of conquering and accomplishment. There are few things that feel better than knowing a complete stranger is willing to risk an STD to treat you like a piece of meat for a few…”— Bread Foster, brobible.com
“If you have ever been in a serious relationship, you have encountered moodiness after a favorite team loses, a miserable day at work, or just 'cause. Say goodbye to that nonsense. If you are in a casual relationship those days are numbered. You never have to see him if that mode of thinking ensues.…”— J. Dallas, bustle.com
“Think about how badly you feel when you have let your partner unsatisfied when having sex. You don’t have to worry about that when you are in a casual relationship. A casual relationship is one that is based on independent satisfaction. You worry about getting yours and your partner worries about hi…”— J. Dallas, bustle.com
“It convinces you that you're 'ready.' People seem more prone to get into relationships once they've purged the 'bad side' from their systems.”— Rich Santos, marieclaire.com
“One common regret is not playing the field enough before settling down. If that regret follows you into a marriage, it can get dangerous.”— Rich Santos, marieclaire.com
“It saves time. The I like you, you like me, we like sex mentality conserves precious minutes in your busy day. You're drunk, you're horny, it's 3 AM, and the last thing you want to have to do is impress someone.”— Cara Hessels, maxim.com
“When you know you're never going to date this person, or see them again, the pressure to perform relaxes. Lower expectations allow you to really let go, be yourself (or someone else) and enjoy. So go ahead, get weird.”— Cara Hessels, maxim.com
“Casual coitus means zero commitment. There is no wining, there is no dining—hell, certain situations flirting is overkill. You get in, get off and get out.”— Cara Hessels, maxim.com
“And as a single woman you have the luxury of playing around with an alter ego. Sometimes everyone needs a break from the routine of day-to-day life. A one night stand employing a fantasy persona is a break from being the fabulous woman you are and be another fabulous woman.”— Jill Di Donato, huffingtonpost.com
“The point of this encounter is to have a little fun when the right person for each of you hasn't shown up yet. It can remind you that you've still got it and allow you to get your sexual needs met while saving you from dating people who aren't right for you because you long for physical closeness.”— Jill Di Donato, huffingtonpost.com
“Feeling bad about one night stands is pretty pointless. If you used protection, felt physically safe, and found the sex enjoyable, you have nothing to regret.”— Jill Di Donato, huffingtonpost.com