

PS 25 - Morning Show Number 1
Jun 19, 2025
Dee Dee Goldpaugh, LCSW and author of 'Embrace Pleasure', focuses on healing sexual traumas while exploring the link between sexuality and spirituality. Tommaso Barba, a PhD candidate from Imperial College, studies how psychedelics impact romantic relationships. They discuss the potential of psychedelics to enhance intimacy, the contrast between superficial and deeper pleasures, and societal taboos surrounding sexuality. They also delve into the importance of intention in using psychedelics within romantic contexts, advocating for healthier norms around pleasure and connection.
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Sexuality's Role in Mental Health
- Sexuality is a fundamental human drive linked to feeling alive and connected.
- Mental health disorders and treatments often impair sexual functioning and intimacy.
Pleasure Connects to Empowerment
- Genuine pleasure connects us to presence and political empowerment.
- Repression of pleasure linked to cultural and political forces harms our embodiment.
Need for Presence in Connection
- Presence and mindfulness are crucial for satisfying sexual experiences.
- Modern culture's distraction harms genuine connection in relationships and social interactions.