I want to believe that, especially in a collectivist community like our own, sympathy and kindness are easily found and those of us who are chronically ill do not have to worry or wonder if their bodies will be accepted and loved.

It is paramount for sexually active South Asians to be familiar with safe sex practices and maintaining their sexual well-being.

Sexual liberation was a crucial part of my healing process. In addition to therapy and the use of sex toys, I developed a more potent form of sexual self-care by using journaling prompts and exercises.