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Purpleflower09Casual Contributor
Hi, I just joined to get support and insight from others about a specific situation I am going through. It is however to do with my partner and intimacy and I’m not sure if I’m allowed to talk about what I need to (sex).
I’ve read the guidelines but still unsure. Any advice?
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tymeModerator
Hey there @Purpleflower09 ,
Welcome to the forums.
You can read our Guidelines here: https://saneforums.org/t5/help/faqpage/title/community-guidelines
As for talking about intimacy, it is not against guidelines, as long you don't go into specifics.
It seems like you are not alone in what you are going through as others have also mentioned similar experiences.
Feel free to share within guidelines. If you are unsure, you can email a draft through at team@saneforums.org
Or, once you post, we may email you if edits need to be made.
Wishing you well 🙂
Speak soon.
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ArraDreamingSenior Contributor
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Purpleflower09Casual Contributor
Thank you @ArraDreaming and @tyme
i have read the guideline and think I will be fine posting my support need. I’m not sure which section to put it in but I’ll give it a go
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tymeModerator
You can post here @Purpleflower09 . Added a trigger warning at the top e.g. "Trigger Warning: Intimacy"
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tymeModerator
How are you going @Purpleflower09 ?
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