Pillow Talks E240: The Body Confidence Episode - How To Feel Good In Your Skin During Sex
Dec 23, 2025
This conversation emphasizes the importance of body confidence during intimacy, revealing how cultural conditioning can skew perceptions in the bedroom. Polls show women often feel more self-conscious than men, with common worries ranging from body shape to postpartum changes. Practical tips include reframing body image, focusing on pleasure, and communicating insecurities with partners. Daily rituals and self-kindness are highlighted as ways to cultivate an empowering relationship with your body, enhancing overall intimacy and enjoyment.
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New-Year Pressure Fuels Body Shame
- New Year self-improvement buzz often worsens body shame and intimacy anxiety.
- Vanessa reminds listeners confidence isn't tied to scale numbers or clothing size.
Women Face Disproportionate Body Anxiety
- Women report much higher rates of body-consciousness during sex than men.
- Vanessa notes 53% of women versus 21% of men feel regularly self-conscious.
Sex Pillow Surprise Boosted Pleasure
- Vanessa bought a high-quality neutral-colored sex pillow and was surprised by how much it improved angles and positions.
- The pillow became a consistent favorite that both Vanessa and Xander endorse for enhancing intimacy.
