Pillow Talks

Episode 130: The Bristle Reaction, Icky Initiation, And Bad Assumptions: 5 Surprising Lessons From Your Feedback About Our Book

Nov 16, 2023
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the surprising feedback they've received from readers of their best-selling book, including the impact it has had on relationships, the unhealthy dynamics caused by lack of communication and non-sexual touch, the importance of emotional intimacy, and the significance of open communication in sexual relationships.
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INSIGHT

Bristle Reaction

  • The "bristle reaction" is when you tense up when your partner touches you.
  • This often happens to women in heterosexual relationships and can be caused by unwanted touch, lack of non-sexual touch, or indirect sexual initiation.
ANECDOTE

Viral Bristle Reaction

  • A TikTok video about making out before bed unexpectedly went viral due to the mention of the "bristle reaction".
  • The video garnered millions of views and sparked discussions about the topic.
ADVICE

Overcoming Bristle Reaction

  • If you experience the bristle reaction, incorporate more non-sexual touch into your relationship.
  • Be direct with your sexual initiation to avoid creating tension and assumptions.
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