Learning Path & Articles (Labs Feature)

Confidence comes from knowledge, and the Learning section is your personal intimacy education. Expert-crafted articles cover everything from communication techniques to safety practices, from understanding dynamics to mastering new experiences. Follow the structured Learning Path to build skills progressively, or dive into topics that spark your curiosity. The more you learn, the more fulfilling your intimate life becomes—and it all starts with a single article.

Note: This feature is available in the Labs tab as an experimental feature.

Understanding the Learning Path

What is the Learning Path?

The Learning Path is a structured educational journey through intimacy topics:

  • Progressive stages that build on each other
  • Lessons within each stage
  • Tracked progress so you know where you are
  • Unlockable content as you advance

Learning Path Structure

Stage 1: Foundations
  ├── Lesson 1.1: Communication Basics
  ├── Lesson 1.2: Setting Boundaries
  └── Lesson 1.3: Building Trust
Stage 2: Exploration
  ├── Lesson 2.1: Understanding Desires
  └── ...

Navigating the Learning Path

Viewing Your Progress

  1. Go to Labs > Learning
  2. See the stage map with your progress
  3. Completed stages show a checkmark
  4. Current stage is highlighted
  5. Locked stages appear dimmed

Stage Details

Tap any stage to see:

  • Stage title and description
  • Number of lessons
  • Estimated completion time
  • Your completion percentage
  • Unlock requirements (if locked)

Lesson Content

Each lesson includes:

  • Reading material - Educational articles
  • Key takeaways - Summary of important points
  • Reflection questions - Prompts for personal thought
  • Practice suggestions - Ways to apply what you learned

Unlocking Content

How Unlocking Works

Stages unlock based on:

| Unlock Type | Requirement | |-------------|-------------| | Sequential | Complete the previous stage | | Progress-based | Achieve certain app milestones | | Time-based | Available after account age | | Manual | Unlocked by your actions |

Locked Stage Indicators

Locked stages show:

  • Lock icon
  • What's required to unlock
  • Your progress toward unlocking

Articles Library

Beyond the Learning Path

In addition to structured learning, there's a library of standalone articles:

  • Browse by category
  • Read at your own pace
  • Bookmark favorites
  • No progression requirements

Article Categories

  • Communication - Talking about desires, needs, and boundaries
  • Safety - Physical and emotional safety practices
  • Techniques - How-to guides for various activities
  • Psychology - Understanding motivations and dynamics
  • Relationships - Building and maintaining connections
  • Self-Discovery - Understanding yourself better

Finding Articles

  1. Go to Labs > Articles
  2. Browse by category or search
  3. Filter by:
    • Read/Unread
    • Bookmarked
    • Premium content
    • Length (quick read vs. in-depth)

Reading Articles

Article Interface

When reading an article:

  • Scroll to read the full content
  • Tap headers to collapse/expand sections
  • Use the progress bar to see how much is left
  • Tap the bookmark icon to save for later

Article Features

  • Estimated read time - Know the commitment before starting
  • Related articles - Discover similar content
  • Share with partner - Send the article to your partner
  • Audio option - Some articles have audio versions (Premium)

Bookmarks & History

Saving Articles

Bookmark articles to read later:

  1. Tap the bookmark icon on any article
  2. Access bookmarks from Labs > Articles > Bookmarks

Reading History

Track what you've read:

  • Recently viewed articles
  • Completion status
  • Time spent reading
  • Last read date

Sharing Learning with Partners

Shared Reading

When connected with a partner:

  • See articles they've bookmarked (if sharing enabled)
  • Share specific articles directly
  • Discuss articles through the app
  • Track what you've both read

Learning Together

Some stages are designed for partners:

  • Joint lessons with activities for two
  • Discussion guides for conversations
  • Partner exercises to try together

Premium Learning Content

What's Premium?

Premium subscribers get access to:

  • Advanced stages in the Learning Path
  • In-depth articles on specialized topics
  • Audio versions of articles
  • Exclusive expert content
  • Early access to new learning materials

Identifying Premium Content

Premium content shows:

  • ✦ Premium badge
  • Lock icon (until subscribed)
  • "Upgrade to access" message

Progress Tracking

Your Learning Stats

View your learning statistics:

  • Total articles read
  • Learning Path completion percentage
  • Time spent learning
  • Lessons completed this week/month

Achievements

Earn achievements for:

  • Completing stages
  • Reading streaks
  • Exploring new categories
  • Partner learning activities

Common Questions

Q: Do I have to follow the Learning Path in order?

A: Most stages unlock sequentially, but the Articles library is always available. Some stages may unlock through alternative means.

Q: Can I re-read completed lessons?

A: Yes! Completed lessons remain accessible. Tap any completed stage to review its content.

Q: How long does the Learning Path take?

A: It depends on your pace. Each stage estimates completion time. The full path might take several weeks of casual reading.

Q: Will new content be added?

A: Yes! New articles and stages are added regularly. Check the "New" section for recently added content.

Q: Can my partner see my learning progress?

A: Only if you enable learning sharing in your privacy settings. By default, your progress is private.

Q: Is the content expert-reviewed?

A: Yes. Content is created and reviewed by professionals in relationships, psychology, and intimacy education.

Q: Can I suggest topics for articles?

A: Yes! Go to Profile > Feedback to suggest topics you'd like to see covered.

Q: Do articles count toward anything?

A: Reading articles contributes to:

  • Learning Path progress (if part of a lesson)
  • Personal reading statistics
  • Some achievements

Troubleshooting

Articles Not Loading

  1. Check your internet connection
  2. Pull down to refresh
  3. Try closing and reopening the app
  4. Clear app cache in device settings

Progress Not Saving

  1. Ensure you're connected to the internet
  2. Don't close the app mid-lesson
  3. Check that you've scrolled to the end
  4. Try manually marking complete if available

Locked Content That Should Be Unlocked

  1. Pull down to refresh
  2. Check unlock requirements (you may have missed one)
  3. Log out and back in
  4. Contact support if issue persists

Audio Not Playing

  1. Check your device volume
  2. Ensure you have an active Premium subscription
  3. Try downloading the audio first
  4. Check for app updates