Yes Or No

Yes Or No

Posted On: July 22, 2024

“Your ‘yes’ means nothing if you can’t say ‘no’.” Do you agree? Consider this: “If you can share a ‘no,’ I can trust your ‘yes.’” Read it twice. It is a very powerful statement. Many of us, especially within Asian cultures, often struggle with saying “no” to others. This can create a sense of obligation […]

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Beyond Yes or No: The Nuances of Informed Consent, Trauma-Informed Consent, and Enthusiastic Consent

Beyond Yes or No: The Nuances of Informed Consent, Trauma-Informed Consent, and Enthusiastic Consent

Posted On: July 15, 2024

As counsellors specialising in relationships and intimacy, we believe that informed consent, trauma-informed care, and enthusiastic consent are essential components of healthy and respectful sexual experiences. Informed consent refers to the process of obtaining clear and explicit agreement from all parties involved in a sexual encounter. This means that all individuals must have a clear […]

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How to Recognize and Avoid Microcheating

How to Recognize and Avoid Microcheating

Posted On: July 8, 2024

Microcheating is a form of infidelity that is often overlooked and misunderstood. It is a subtle form of cheating that involves behaviors such as flirting, sending intimate messages, or spending too much time with someone other than your partner. In this blog, we will explore what microcheating is, provide examples of microcheating, offer advice for […]

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A Guide to Relationship Check-Ins by UnderneathTheMoon.com

A Guide to Relationship Check-Ins by UnderneathTheMoon.com

Posted On: June 3, 2024

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy for couples to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life, often neglecting to nurture their relationship. This is where the concept of a relationship “check-in” comes into play. As a relationship counselor and clinical sexologist, I have seen firsthand the positive impact that regular check-ins […]

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Addressing the Rise of Youth Sexual Offending: A Holistic Approach in Singapore

Addressing the Rise of Youth Sexual Offending: A Holistic Approach in Singapore

Posted On: April 16, 2024

More than 470 youths aged 19 and below were arrested for sexual crimes in 2023, a 30% increase from the previous year.  The rise in youth sexual offending may be due to changing societal attitudes towards sexual behavior.  To address this issue, authorities will train school and community counselors to identify early signs of harmful […]

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Podcast: How Love Can Flourish in the Workplace and the Nature of Romance with Krish Phua on Impactful Coaching Podcast

Podcast: How Love Can Flourish in the Workplace and the Nature of Romance with Krish Phua on Impactful Coaching Podcast

Posted On: April 13, 2024

Just out! 🎙️ Podcast: How Love Can Flourish in the Workplace and the Nature of Romance with Krish Phua on Impactful Coaching Podcast Krish Phua is a registered Counsellor, Psychotherapist, and Certified Clinical Supervisor who specializes in Gender and Sexuality. Throughout his career, he found that there is an important need to blend coaching and […]

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10 Practices to Nurture Your Relationship Beyond Valentine’s Day

10 Practices to Nurture Your Relationship Beyond Valentine’s Day

Posted On: March 1, 2024

Valentine’s Day is a special time of year to show your loved one how much you care. But it’s important to remember that relationships take work and effort to maintain. To ensure your relationship stays strong and healthy, it’s important to nurture it beyond Valentine’s Day. Here are 10 practices to help you do just […]

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Featured on The Daily Ketchup

Featured on The Daily Ketchup

Posted On: February 13, 2024

Relationship Counselor and Clinical Sexologist Dr Martha Tara Lee and associate Counsellor Sharinder Kaur of UnderneathTheMoon.com (sister company of ErosCoaching.com) were interviewed on the The Daily Ketchup recently. We’ve embedded the videos so you can find them easily and watch all of them! Episode 2 on The Daily Ketchup is here @thedailyketchup DISCLAIMER: This episode […]

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Addressing Declining Birth Rates in Asia: Importance and Commonalities

Addressing Declining Birth Rates in Asia: Importance and Commonalities

Posted On: February 2, 2024

Commonality among the countries: In recent news on the same day, all three countries (China, Malaysia, and Taiwan) are experiencing a decline in birth rates. Economic concerns, such as the high cost of housing and the ability to provide for a family, are influencing people’s decisions to have children. Gender expectations and traditional roles for […]

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Meet Krish Phua – Senior Counsellor

Meet Krish Phua – Senior Counsellor

Posted On: December 9, 2023

Availability: Mon to Sun 3 – 10p.m. via Zoom (Singapore Time) Languages: English, Chinese, Cantonese Krish Phua is a registered Counsellor, Psychotherapist, and certified Clinical Supervisor specializing in Gender and Sexuality, HIV and AIDS, and Couple and Family Therapy. Phua has been serving in various settings such as counselling centers, recovery centers, clinics, therapy centers, […]

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