Women have been engaging in sex on the first date for a long time, so why do some of us still experience feelings of shame?

I was bored... and they had a cat.” This has to be one of the most valid (and relatable) reasons for having sex on a first date, and for Amy* (26, bisexual), it may have been the cat that brought her to her date’s house but the sex... the sex made her stay. “It was wild. So intense and great fun. I’m glad I went,” she explains. “The cat was adorable, too.”

Whether it’s pets, boredom, or fancying someone so much you can’t keep your hands off them, our motivations for having sex on a first date can vary widely. But when it comes to holding ourselves back, and not jumping into bed with our dates, there tends to be one common denominator: shame. It seems that stigma surrounding women’s sexuality still reigns supreme (sigh).

Actually-Chic Planners, Agendas, and Journals That Will Help You Organize Your Life in 2026

Staying organized can low-key feel like a full-time job, especially when you're trying to meet deadlines, keep track of social plans, and stick to a self-care routine. And while to-do lists and habit tracking aren't ~sexy~ to everyone, I promise your day-to-day will feel so much more manageable if you actually commit to a little planning and don't just think of it as new year, new you propaganda.

Now, if you're a Type B girly to your core (same), that might be easier said than done. The good news? There's a really simple way to trick yourself into getting and staying organized without it feeling like a total chore: Invest in fun little planner, agenda book, or journal for 2026. There's something for quite literally every resolution: chic productivity planners that will help you crush your personal goals (even if that goal is just "remember to take your vitamins"), gratitude and mental health journals to help you better your mindset, and reading trackers and recipe books to document your hobbies in a more intentional way—besides just an Instagram story of the cover or dish.

Keep scrolling to shop our absolute favorite finds to get your life together. They're so cute and functional you'll actually use them beyond January, promise.

Here's How Life Will Likely Go for Each Zodiac Sign in 2026

So much is happening this year, so it makes sense that some big things are at play for every sign.

Happy (almost) new year! Be prepared: 2026 is an astrological year that helps us understand ourselves better by giving us a second chance to figure out our purpose.

There's so much ahead for 2026. Many planets are moving back into signs they previously exited, allowing us the opportunity to learn from the past. In the summer and fall, emotions will reach a feverish pitch in the summer and fall, but will settle down in the winter. Four eclipses happen this year too, mostly occurring in winter and summer, encouraging us to adopt a global mindset, invest in innovation, and foster community growth.

Mercury retrogrades in the water signs (Pisces, Cancer, and Scorpio) this year, evoking our memories and sentimentality. Venus also goes into retrograde in Scorpio and Libra happens between October 3 and November 13. Pay attention to your finances and romantic matters, as we may be releasing the past in intense ways.

Libra

There is a profound romance happening, as you want to share your opposing scale with another. Those currently involved might uncover deeper subconscious roots in their current affairs. You might want to consider this a time of discovering the motivation behind a lover's actions. Single Libras are on the hunt for a 'ship that speaks to their spirit. A soulmate or twin flame is on the periphery; let your intentions be known.