Want Better Sex? Start By Asking This… ft. Dr. Kate Balestrieri

In this episode, Dr. Kate Balestrieri, a renowned expert in modern intimacy, delves into the essentials of staying present and open communication during sexual experiences, the psychological underpinnings of infidelity, and the significance of setting boundaries for healthy relationships. Together with Dr. Rena Malik, they explore the impacts of biological and socialization factors on desire and intimacy, the challenges of libido mismatches, and the role of novelty in rekindling passion. Discussions cover the delicate balance needed when addressing kinks, non-monogamy, and the complexity of sexual fantasies, along with insights into effective sex therapy, addressing common sexual dysfunctions, and the importance of supportive, authentic communication in building stronger, more fulfilling relationships.

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▶️Chapters:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:02:21 Tips in flirting and building desire

00:05:06 Mistakes when initiating intimacy

00:13:41 Sex therapy for stress

00:23:16 Libido mismatch

00:31:25 How to talk about sex

00:34:55 Why do people cheat?

00:44:06 Kinks

00:46:32 Fantasies

00:59:32 Threesomes and fetishes

01:06:32 Porn use in and out of relationships

01:15:57 Early ejaculation

01:17:27 Finding a sex therapist and triadic models

01:27:06 What is something you know now in your life that you wish you knew?

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