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The Hook Up

ICYMI: How To Have Better Sex With Dr Tara

Jan 1, 2025
Dr. Tara, a sex and relationship communication professor with a massive TikTok following, shares her expertise on building sexual confidence. She emphasizes the importance of self-esteem and offers practical tips like journaling and mindful masturbation. The conversation also touches on 'edging' for enhanced pleasure and explores intimacy beyond penetration, highlighting the significance of non-penetrative activities. Dr. Tara encourages a broader understanding of sexual experiences, advocating for variety and the value of nipple play for everyone.
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  • Building sexual confidence requires enhancing sexual self-esteem through self-discovery practices like journaling about body image and desires.
  • Mindful practices such as sexual meditation and pleasure mapping can deepen self-awareness and foster better communication with partners during intimacy.

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Building Sexual Confidence

Sexual confidence is expressed through how individuals exhibit themselves in intimate situations, which is observed by others. To develop sexual confidence, it is essential to also enhance sexual self-esteem, the internal belief in one's worthiness of pleasure and connection. Many individuals, particularly younger people, face challenges in fostering this self-esteem, often due to a lack of experience or previous negative experiences that impact their perception of themselves. Engaging in self-discovery practices such as journaling about body image and desires can greatly contribute to improving sexual self-esteem, allowing individuals to feel more confident and in control during intimate moments.

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