Sex is a good thing—and very personal and private. Though it is healthy, conversations about sex and sexuality are often unfortunately colored by shame, negativity, judgment, or even trauma. The resulting negative feelings you experience around sex can lead to an unseen, hidden, and unhealthy part of your life. One that’s shrouded in secrecy and unaddressed emotions. This off-limits space is called your secret sexual basement.  The word “sexual basement” may drum up negative connotations and imagery, but it’s not