Don't believe these lies about sex

Get busy getting rid of these myths. No Images? Click here       Let's talk about the bedroom for a minute and what really​ goes down. There are lots of myths when it comes to sex, like “size matters” or “men have higher sex drives than women.” (Wrong and wrong, by the way.) I don’t know if it’s because of our sad state of sex ed or something else entirely, but these beliefs persist. And, as reporter Jenna Birch finds this week, these myths about getting busy can really harm our health. Get informed about the lies we’ve been told when it comes to sex, from orgasms to STIs, and then change those narratives in your mind and with your partner. The more knowledge, the better the intimacy. Trust us. —Lindsay Turn up the Wellness Jams Wellness Jams is a curated playlist from celebrities, influencers and readers meant to help you work out or chill out. This week, HuffPost’s Queer Voices editor James Michael Nichols shares his favorite tunes in honor of Pride Month. Take a look at what he had to say about his playlist below. “All of the artists in this playlist are incredible and boundary-breaking both in their musical styles and the visibility they provide as openly LGBTQ artists. The musical landscape right now has a breadth of openly queer musicians like never before, and it's both exciting and special. Happy LGBTQ Pride month!” HIT PLAY ON JAMES MICHAEL'S PLAYLIST Got a few tunes that push you through a hard gym session? Have some songs that perk you up on a bad day? Share your playlist by filling out this form. It may get featured in an upcoming newsletter. A Minute and Change Got a spare minute? Use it to change your life. Our "A Minute And Change" project will help you become happier, healthier and more productive by doing one thing a little differently. This week's tip is from "13 Reasons Why" actress Kate Walsh on how to have a better morning: "I journal. I try to write every morning first thing when I get up. I say out loud, 'This is going to be a perfect day.' I’m not kidding. I’m telling you, it works." MORE ON THE ACTRESS' HEALTHY HABITS You oughta know Mental health issues affect an estimated 1 in 5 American adults. That makes it highly likely you know someone who is living with a condition — perhaps even a family member. That may lead you to wonder if a family history of a mental illness means you’re susceptible to one also. Reporter Ashley Davidson chatted with experts on whether or not mental health issues are hereditary. Here’s what you should know: You could have a predisposed risk. Genetics can increase your chances for a mental illness, but it’s not a guarantee. Research does show that some mental health conditions, like ADHD and schizophrenia, share genetic roots. Your environment also plays an important role. External factors also matter. These include everything from stress to poor nutrition to substance issues. WHAT ELSE INCREASES YOUR RISK   Crushing on this 'gram Want more Wellness? 17 Tweets You Need To Read ASAP If You Have Anxiety "Anxiety is literally just conspiracy theories about yourself." How LGTBQ People Can Take Care Of Themselves When The News Is Trash Stay informed without sacrificing your mental health. Antidepressants Can Lower Your Sex Drive. Here's How To Fix It. Experts break it down.    .     HuffPost is now a part of Oath and a part of Verizon. On May 25, 2018 we introduced a new Oath Privacy Policy which explains how your data is used and shared. Learn More. No moon dust. No B.S. Just a completely essential daily guide to achieving the good life. Subscribe here. Like what you see? Share it. Can't get enough? You'll also love HuffPost's Entertainment newsletter. ©2018 HuffPost | 770 Broadway, New York, NY 10003 You are receiving this email because you signed up for updates from HuffPost Feedback | Privacy Policy | Unsubscribe        . - - Preferences  |  Unsubscribe