A Genital Herpes Bucket List ~ Do you have an STI/STD? Do you have an STI and feel like life is over, things will never be the same, the universe hates you, and the world is simultaneously ending?!? If you answered yes to any of the above, I understand; nevertheless, I am here to tell […]
The STI Project Bucket List – Our Goals
Going along with this week’s theme of clarifying and detailing The STI Project’s vision, mission, and values, I thought it best to configure an STI bucket list – “hopes and dreams of The STI Project” in an easy-to-read list format! The STI Project Bucket List will serve as a project gauge and will help determine […]
The STI Project – Additional Clarification – Vision, Mission & Values
It’s likely these will evolve over time as The STI Project reaches some of our goals or as the project expands. We believe in an organic approach to most things, so there’s a good chance we’ll receive a phenomenal suggestion from a reader or supporter and adapt these areas as necessary. However, we think it’s […]
The STI Project Progress! Exciting things are afoot!
Afoot? STIs on my foot?!! Well, not today. The STI Project is making great progress, however! Great things are afoot! First off: Sorry for the delay in posts over the weekend, peeps. I spent the last couple of days wrapping up work and am now here to serve you and all of your STI needs […]
Anger & The Person Who Gave Me Genital Herpes / Scabies
Am I angry at the person who gave me genital herpes? No. Here’s why: Truthfully, I don’t remember EVER feeling angry about contracting an STI or even believing it was someone else’s fault. Shocked, scared, appalled, embarrassed? Definitely! Anger? No. I put myself “at risk” – I didn’t use barriers consistently or correctly, I didn’t […]
HPV, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea & Herpes Risk – STI Interviews
To continue our series – STI Interviews – this woman wrote in the other day courageously determined to share her story about HPV, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and a “herpes risk.” It takes strength to share this openly and is testament to the plethora of people out there encountering STIs every day and often before the age […]
Part 2 of An HPV Story – STI Interviews
People Who Love People with STIs This interview follows yesterday’s HPV post and is written by the author’s husband. (Her HPV Interview) Their story is a beautiful example for others living with an STI/STD. Living with HPV does not have to be a deal-breaker and does not negate an opportunity for a healthy relationship(s). This […]
An HPV Story – STI Interviews
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) The STI Project’s next interview deals with HPV or the human papillomavirus and will be a two part story – part one from the individual herself and part two from the person who loves her (his HPV submission). Thank you, both , for triumphantly sharing your story…. 1. How old are you? […]