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The O-Face: Rid relationships of insecurity

Michael Karp // April 1, 2014
The sex columnist shares how he has dealt with insecurity and jealousy.
Michael Karp Photo credit: Kasey Judge

The O-Face: Stepping from one-night stands to relationships

Michael Karp // March 9, 2014
The sex columnist asks a few questions before a fling develops into something more serious.

Deleting contacts doesn’t bring closure

Julianna Eveland // February 28, 2014
Deleting someone from your phone may seem like an easy way to move on, but it doesn't remove them from your life.
Michael Karp

The O-Face: Neglect numbers, respect relationships

Michael Karp // February 18, 2014
The sex columnist negates the pressure placed on promiscuous people.

Social media can ruin relationships

Veronica De La Cruz // February 16, 2014
Airing dirty laundry and liking the wrong pictures online can have disastrous consequences.
Julianna Eveland

Constant comparison corrodes self-confidence

Julianna Eveland // February 10, 2014
Break the unhealthy habit of holding oneself to others' standards.
Veronica De La Cruz

Keeping in touch with family during college

Veronica De La Cruz // February 6, 2014
The importance of maintaining positive relationships with parents after leaving home.
Michael Karp

The O-Face: Finding satisfaction in strictly sexual relationships

Michael Karp // February 2, 2014
The sex columnist discusses the dynamics of no-strings-attached sex.

The O-Face: Addressing the double standard of sexuality

Michael Karp // January 20, 2014
The Orion's new sex columnist discusses breaking down the double standard of sexual expression between men and women.

An introduction from the new sex columnist

Michael Karp // January 18, 2014
The new sex columnist explains why he applied to take over the position and why you should never reference "Mean Girls" to him.
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