The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Moment 79 - The Surprising Truth About Sex: Africa Brooke
Oct 14, 2022
Africa Brooke, an expert on sexual wellness and intimacy, shares her groundbreaking insights on establishing sexual chemistry. She opens up about the mental barriers that hinder connection and emphasizes that sex is unique for everyone. Brooke explores how sobriety has influenced her understanding of intimacy and highlights the challenges of sexual shame. She advocates for better communication and emotional safety, urging listeners to redefine intimacy beyond societal expectations shaped by pornography.
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Africa's Journey with Sex and Shame
- Africa Brooke discusses her evolving relationship with sex and sexuality, influenced by her upbringing and sobriety.
- She realized the extent of her sexual shame after getting sober and traced it back to her childhood in a Christian home.
Childhood Intimacy and Its Impact
- Both Africa Brooke and Steven Bartlett share similar experiences growing up with limited displays of affection from their parents.
- This lack of intimacy affected their comfort levels with close relationships and terms of endearment.
Sex as a Language
- Steven Bartlett observes a common issue among his male friends struggling with "sexless" relationships.
- He suggests that these issues often stem from differing sexual languages between partners rather than a lack of desire.