Dr. Sex Fairy

Ep. 33 - Bridging The Orgasm Gap

Jul 25, 2022
Dr. Laurie Mintz, a feminist author and therapist, dives into the orgasm gap that leaves many women unsatisfied. She discusses cultural misconceptions around female pleasure and the importance of reclaiming sexuality. The conversation touches on the necessity of better sex education that prioritizes pleasure and consent, contrasting it with more holistic approaches from countries like the Netherlands. Dr. Mintz emphasizes self-exploration and understanding anatomy, empowering women to enhance their sexual experiences and close the gap.
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INSIGHT

Language of Sex

  • The words we use for sex reflect and perpetuate cultural biases, overvaluing male pleasure.
  • Using "sex" for intercourse privileges men, while "foreplay" diminishes female pleasure.
ANECDOTE

Vulva Story

  • Dr. Mintz shared a story about a line in her book describing her vulva.
  • She worried about being too graphic, but her editor encouraged her to keep it to normalize diverse vulvas.
ADVICE

Body Image & Orgasm

  • Negative thoughts about appearance hinder orgasms.
  • Focus on the present sensations instead of worrying about looks to achieve orgasm.
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