Ruth Ramsay, a renowned sex educator and TED Talk creator, dives into the complexities of sexual intimacy in relationships. She explores why many couples face frustration and rejection in their sex lives. Ruth emphasizes the importance of open communication and understanding between partners. Practical tips on scheduling intimacy and setting boundaries are discussed to enhance connection. She advocates for better sexual education and introduces self-coaching techniques, encouraging listeners to actively improve their sexual well-being.
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Communication Breakdown
Lack of sex education and open communication contributes to relationship problems.
Many couples struggle because they don't discuss sex openly and believe it should be spontaneous.
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Start Talking
Normalize sex conversations by discussing external resources together, like podcasts or TED Talks.
Ruth Ramsay's TED Talk has helped couples initiate these difficult discussions.
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Underlying Fears
People avoid sex talks due to guilt, shame, and fear of inadequacy.
They worry about revealing perceived flaws, believing they're fundamentally broken.
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Is sex a source of frustration with your partner?
Do you feel sexually rejected by them?
And if you don’t push for sex, will your partner ever initiate it?
Many folks — too many folks — are unsatisfied with their sex lives. This can be a huge source of frustration and resentment between partners, which can ultimately lead to affairs or divorce.
But does it have to be this way?
Ruth Ramsay is a sex educator, coach, and creator of a TED talk that has garnered millions of views. She’s seen inside the sex lives of many people, and today she’s going to help us understand why sex is so challenging as well as what we can do to make it less frustrating and more fulfilling.
https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2025/02/sexual-rejection
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