Advice you can count on from Chris Tackett and Elizabeth Blasco
I've been dating my boyfriend for three years. Our relationship is great, but he is always looking at porn. We have awesome sex,but I still catch him masturbating to magazines and occasionally movies. Is there something wrong with me, or what? Amanda, Senior
Elizabeth: I'd say that's a legitimate concern, but it doesn't mean there is anything wrong with you. You need to have a conversation with him about his "porn interest", and don't hesitate to tell him exactly what you think about his behavior. This talk may allow you to discuss your sex life and perhaps make it more fulfilling.
**Chris:** What kind of porn is it? Maybe the porn he likes has something your sex life doesn't. Take a look at his porn stash when he's not around and try to figure out the missing pieces. If the porn is full of wild positions or toys, try surprising him with the real thing next time you do it.
I just started dating this girl, but she has tons of guy friends. I'm sure she likes me, but it still makes me a little nervous. *our thoughts?
--Jason, Freshman
Elizabeth: Damn right you should be nervous! "Guy friends" are just guys trying to get into her pants!
**Chris:** Maybe Elizabeth is right, but some girls just make friends with guys more easily. It doesn't mean she sleeps with them, but their personalities click better. But don't become friends with them. Be polite and friendly when you all are out together, but don't start calling them to hang out, because if she has to choose between them or you, you're done.
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My roommate doesn't smoke the herb like the rest of our friends. And he gets mad when we take it up in our apartment. I don't mind smoking outside or in the car, but during the winter I want to smoke in our apartment. What should I do? -Joa, Junior
Chris: Why are you living with this guy? Ask him why he doesn't want you to smoke inside. If it's an odor issue, buy some Ozium and light some scented candles. Or just agree to not smoke inside. But I would still smoke inside when he's not around. If he ever catches you just say you must have been stoned when you said you wouldn't smoke inside, because you have no idea what he's talking about!
Elizabeth:Respect your roommate and don't smoke inside.
and you are ready.