The Next Big Idea Daily Let's Talk About Sex, Baby
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Dec 6, 2024 Dr. Emily Jamea, a relationship therapist and author of Anatomy of Desire, dives into the science behind great sex. She emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with one's body and embracing emotional vulnerability for enhanced intimacy. Mindfulness and sensory awareness are highlighted as key tools for elevating sexual experiences. Jamea discusses how curiosity and emotional connection can transform relationships, urging listeners to challenge societal norms and explore new experiences for deeper satisfaction. Great sex is achievable for everyone!
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Benefits of Sexual Satisfaction
- Sexually satisfied people tend to be happier in their relationships and have lower rates of mental health issues.
- They also report more meaning in life and better physical health.
Desire for Flow State Sex
- Many people desire not just more frequent sex, but higher quality, flow-state sex.
- This involves feeling lost in the moment, effortless, and deeply connected, like the honeymoon phase.
Components of Flow State
- Flow state, coined by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, is full absorption in an activity, losing track of time.
- It involves loss of self-consciousness, total focus, intrinsic reward, and altered time perception.