Relationship Advice 480: Creating Intimacy With Your Partner
Oct 23, 2024
In a deep dive into intimacy, Dr. Joy Berkheimer, a sexologist and therapist focused on perfectionism's impact on relationships, shares powerful insights. She discusses overcoming perfectionist blocks to intimacy and offers communication tips for a fulfilling sex life. The conversation addresses feelings of desire, normalizing sexual behaviors, and the importance of exploring intimacy through conscious touch. Listeners leave equipped with actionable strategies to enhance connection and pleasure in their relationships.
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Perfectionism's Impact on Intimacy
- Perfectionism often stems from cultural, religious, or moral identifiers, creating pressure to conform.
- This can lead to avoiding discussions about pleasure and intimacy, hindering true connection.
Client Story: Shame and Orgasms
- Dr. Joy Berkheimer shares a client's experience of being shamed for desiring orgasms during sex.
- This highlights how societal pressures and past experiences can lead to suppressing one's sexuality.
Understanding Erotic Blueprints
- Explore the five erotic blueprints to understand your and your partner's sexual needs.
- Use this tool to open communication and discover shared desires.
