THE JOURNAL
The little things that help us connect.
Honest conversations. Thoughtful first meetings. Practical reading for dating with herpes or another STI, and the life around it.
Honest conversations · 9 MIN READ
How to tell a new partner you have herpes
Find the words, choose the moment and leave room for questions. A practical guide to sharing your diagnosis without losing sight of yourself.
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Meeting in person · 9 MIN READ
Planning a first date that feels comfortable
From choosing a café to making your own way home: a thoughtful plan for meeting someone new, at a pace that suits you.
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Privacy & confidence · 10 MIN READ
A dating profile that feels like you, with privacy in mind
Show your personality, choose what to share and understand the privacy questions to ask before publishing a dating profile.
Read the guideA NOTE ON OUR GUIDES
Practical ideas for real conversations, with links to the evidence behind them. Our articles support informed choices; personal health questions belong with a qualified healthcare professional.
About this websiteAT YOUR OWN PACE
Make space for a new conversation.
Keep your boundaries, and bring your whole self.
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