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Heartfelt Advice on Love, Intimacy, and Communication

5/26/2025

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Slate's "How to Do It" column dives into intimate dilemmas, offering heartfelt advice. A woman feels unfulfilled as her boyfriend's marijuana use clouds their connection. A husband grapples with premature ejaculation, yearning for deeper intimacy. Meanwhile, a reader navigating pansexuality seeks guidance for her first experience with men. Each response champions the power of open communication and empathy.

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Story summary

Slate's "How to Do It" column dives into intimate dilemmas, offering heartfelt advice. A woman feels unfulfilled as her boyfriend's marijuana use clouds their connection. A husband grapples with premature ejaculation, yearning for deeper intimacy. Meanwhile, a reader navigating pansexuality seeks guidance for her first experience with men. Each response champions the power of open communication and empathy.