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Emily Ratajkowski And Melissa Febos Rediscover Why Celibacy Is Powerful For Women
In a recent conversation for Interview Magazine, Emily Ratajkowski and Melissa Febos explored an idea that runs counter to the constant hum of hookup culture: the unexpected power of celibacy.
By Carmen Schober2 min read
Both women have built careers that center, in different ways, on female sexuality and self-expression. Febos, the author of memoirs like Whip Smart and Girlhood, has long examined the tensions between desire, performance, and autonomy. Febos embarked on a year of voluntary celibacy following a series of intense and toxic relationships. This period of abstention allowed her to reassess her dependence on romantic and sexual attention.