Sex Upgraded

Men Are Struggling With Sex & Dating — Here’s Why [with Caitlin V]

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Jun 30, 2025
Caitlin V, a prominent sexologist and men's coach known for her work on HBO Max's 'Good Sex' and her YouTube channel, delves into the heart of modern men's struggles with intimate connections. She discusses how societal pressures, like the #MeToo movement and porn culture, have shaped men's experiences. Caitlin emphasizes that cultivating better sexual skills requires practice and vulnerability. She also explores the importance of emotional integration in relationships, innovative concepts like a music-responsive sex toy, and demystifies topics such as semen retention and squirting.
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Men Often Overlooked in Sexuality Talks

  • Men are often overlooked in sex and sexuality conversations, which mainly focus on women.
  • This exclusion fails both men and women by not addressing men's unique challenges and needs in sexuality.
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Porn Reflects Men's Loneliness

  • Men use porn categories like jerk off instructions to seek connection and intimacy.
  • This behavior ties into loneliness and challenges men face expressing desires post-Me Too.
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Navigating Post Me Too Paradoxes

  • The post Me Too era has made men more cautious in dating to avoid being number 10 in unwanted advances.
  • Men must navigate complex paradoxes, balancing respect and initiative in relationships.
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