In casual sex, there's an element of silence. And if you have the hookup and you have silence, then what I find happens is we add our own meaning. We add our own intention and we adding our own like story around their intention. With attachment wounds and attachment hunger as well, you also can end up going into the oh my god, this is it. This is my person, like they're going to save everything. That sounds a bit strong. But I think the research shows that like women get, they regret it more. They maybe feel more upset about it afterwards or guilty. It's important to talk about that. Sex is very emotionally nuanced. There are positive
This week we dive into the psychology behind hookup culture and casual dating in our 20’s. We are joined by the host of The Openhouse Podcast, Louise Rumball, as we discuss the cultural and societal changes that have contributed to this sexual liberation, what happens to our brain during and after a hookup, empowering ourselves through pleasure but also healthy boundaries and the science and personal stories behind why casual dating may not be for everyone. Listen now!
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