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Author: Jasmine Elise

My Journey To Abstinence Wasn't Intentional, But Here's Why I'm Sticking To It
Health and Wellness · Love & Sex

My Journey To Abstinence Wasn't Intentional, But Here's Why I'm Sticking To It

By Jasmine Elise · Dec 4, 2025
Let’s Talk About Sex: Menopause Doesn't Mean The End Of Pleasure
Health & Wellness · Lifestyle · Love & Sex

Let’s Talk About Sex: Menopause Doesn't Mean The End Of Pleasure

By Jasmine Elise · Oct 23, 2025
Let’s Talk About Sex: Why More Black Women Are Exploring Tech-Enhanced Pleasure
Lifestyle · Love & Sex · Tech

Let’s Talk About Sex: Why More Black Women Are Exploring Tech-Enhanced Pleasure

By Jasmine Elise · Sep 26, 2025
Black Love Reimagined: Is Marriage Still The End Goal?
Love & Sex · Magazine

Black Love Reimagined: Is Marriage Still The End Goal?

By Jasmine Elise · Aug 18, 2025
I Tried The Tea App So You Don't Have To—Here's What I Found
Love & Sex · Relationships

I Tried The Tea App So You Don't Have To—Here's What I Found

By Jasmine Elise · Aug 12, 2025
Exclusive: Melyssa Ford Is At Peace In Her Singlehood — 'I’m Not Looking For Somebody To Complete Me'
Love & Sex

Exclusive: Melyssa Ford Is At Peace In Her Singlehood — 'I’m Not Looking For Somebody To Complete Me'

By Jasmine Elise · Jul 15, 2025
Jess Hilarious Highlights A Lack Of Support For New Mothers Returning To Work
Lifestyle · Parenting

Jess Hilarious Highlights A Lack Of Support For New Mothers Returning To Work

By Jasmine Elise · Mar 24, 2025
Living Your Best (Love) Life: 5 Places For Introverted Singles To Meet And Mingle IRL
Lifestyle · Love & Sex

Living Your Best (Love) Life: 5 Places For Introverted Singles To Meet And Mingle IRL

By Jasmine Elise · Mar 5, 2025
The Black Girl's Guide To Travel: Black Women Share How Moving Abroad Changed Their Lives
Black Travel Guide · Lifestyle · Travel

The Black Girl's Guide To Travel: Black Women Share How Moving Abroad Changed Their Lives

By Jasmine Elise · Jan 3, 2025
Four Tips To Put Yourself First, From A Recovering People Pleaser
Health & Wellness · Lifestyle · Love & Sex · Relationships

Four Tips To Put Yourself First, From A Recovering People Pleaser

By Jasmine Elise · Aug 22, 2024
Op-Ed: While We're Calling Out Diddy, Let's Call Out The Abuse Men Perpetuate That's Not Physical
Lifestyle · Love & Sex · Op-Ed · Relationships

Op-Ed: While We're Calling Out Diddy, Let's Call Out The Abuse Men Perpetuate That's Not Physical

By Jasmine Elise · May 24, 2024
24 Black Women Share The Best Love And Dating Advice They Received From Their Moms
Holidays · Lifestyle · Love & Sex · Mother's Day

24 Black Women Share The Best Love And Dating Advice They Received From Their Moms

By Jasmine Elise · May 12, 2024
Black Maternal Health Matters: What To Know Before You Give Birth
Health & Wellness · Lifestyle · Parenting

Black Maternal Health Matters: What To Know Before You Give Birth

By Jasmine Elise · Apr 11, 2024