Your sexuality is yours, and how you express it is the fun of life. But for so many of us, sex is wrapped up in shame. In this episode, Michael has a candid conversation with special guest, Mike Iamele, about sex positivity and sexual confidence. Together, they explore: What is sex positivity? The link between shame and sexual desire How to be more sexually confident Michael also volunteers to have his sensitivities mapped to illustrate how your sensitivities and desires are linked. By the end of this episode, you'll feel more empowered to be authentically you- both in and out of the bedroom.   Mike Iamele: mikeiamele.com/map / @mikeiamele Michael DiIorio: www.wellismo.com / @wellismo_coach Sexual Empowerment Watch this ep on YouTube - Connect with us - Join the private Facebook community Take the "Healing Your Shame" course Instagram GayMenGoingDeeper.com Patreon -— Join the Gay Men Going Deeper Membership coaching community!

Dating apps are one of the most common ways we connect with other gay men. Yet many people struggle to make the connections they seek, and many more give up altogether... at least for a little while. In this episode, we're sharing many years of combined experience with using dating apps, specifically: What are some best practices and a rule of thumb when using dating apps?How can someone find success using dating apps?What's the biggest mistake people make on dating apps?What’s the # 1 thing people don’t include on their profiles that they should include? Whether you love them or hate them, by the end of this episode you'll have some fresh perspectives and ideas to use next time you reach for the app. Watch this ep on YouTube - Connect with us - Join the private Facebook community Take the "Healing Your Shame" course Instagram GayMenGoingDeeper.com Patreon -— Join the Gay Men Going Deeper Membership coaching community!

Psychotherapist and Clinical Sexologist, Dr. Joe Kort, discusses sex and porn addiction in the gay community. Topics include defining addiction, compulsion vs. addiction, struggles with intimacy, treatment methods, and supporting oneself. The podcast explores societal pressures, emotional connections, and navigating porn addiction and recovery. Dr. Kort emphasizes the importance of addressing shame, trauma, and fostering healthier relationships with porn consumption.

About today's show Self-confidence looks like a lot of different things, depending on who you ask. In this episode, we're shedding some light on the difference between fake confidence and real confidence. We'll be looking at: What does it mean to be truly self-confident?How do you tell the difference between fake confidence and real confidence?What are some unique challenges gay men face with respect to building confidence?What are some habits that help develop greater self-confidence? By the end of this episode, you'll be feeling inspired and empowered to be more authentically you. Watch this ep on YouTube - Connect with us - Join the private Facebook community Take the "Healing Your Shame" course Instagram GayMenGoingDeeper.com -— Join the Gay Men Going Deeper Membership coaching community!

About today's show Have you ever seen that movie "Never Been Kissed" with Drew Barrymore? Well, today is kind of the adult gay man version of that story...only with love. I'm sure many gay men out there can relate to Tyler Boyle's story of being a 30' something gay man who still has yet to fall in love. After being a late bloomer Tyler found himself navigating a very different dating world compared to his heteronormative past life. Along his journey, he figured out 4 key things to help him navigate this new gay world and to hopefully, one day, find love. Therapy Options: Inkblot Therapy TODAY'S GUEST Tyler Boyle @monsieurboyle www.tylercboyle.com / www.dreamwalkersmeditations.com TODAY'S HOST Calan Breckon@CatchCal Watch this ep on YouTube - Connect with us - Join the private Facebook community Take the "Healing Your Shame" course Instagram GayMenGoingDeeper.com -— Join the Waitlist for the Gay Men Going Deeper Membership coaching community!

About today's show Personal and Relational Boundaries are easy to talk about but can be challenging to implement. In this episode, we're sharing how setting and honouring boundaries is an act of self-care and ultimately helps increase your sense of self-love. These are the questions we'll be discussing: What do boundaries mean to you?What are some things you practice setting boundaries for?How do you know when you need to set a boundary?What are some fears that come up for you when setting boundaries? Watch this ep on YouTube - Connect with us - Join the private Facebook community Support us on Patreon Instagram GayMenGoingDeeper.com -— Join the Waitlist for the Gay Men Going Deeper Membership coaching community!

About today's show While homosexuality and Christianity are often incompatible, there are many people who must navigate both. In this episode, Michael hosts a panel discussion with 3 queer men who grew up in the Christian faith. They are sharing their experiences in the church including how they came to terms with their sexuality.  Even if you don’t consider yourself religious or spiritual, their stories will inspire you and illustrate that despite our differences, we have more in common than you think.    TODAY'S GUESTS Matthew Wood @mosesmihyke / moses74656@gmail.com Kaaron Peters Justin Oberste @justinoberste / justin@justinoberste.com TODAY'S HOST Michael DiIorio @wellismo_coach / michael@wellismo.com Sexual Empowerment 101 Watch this ep on YouTube - Connect with us - Join the private Facebook community Support us on Patreon Instagram GayMenGoingDeeper.com -— Join the Waitlist for the Gay Men Going Deeper Membership coaching community!

About Today’s Show We all have needs that, when met, allow us to live more authentically and enjoy more fulfilling relationships with ourselves and others. In this episode, we're talking about getting these needs met and will unpack questions such as: What self-care practices do you have in place to ensure you are meeting your personal needs?How do you know when you’re out of alignment with your needs and no longer being authentic?What tips and advice do you have that have helped you along the way to figuring out how to meet your own needs? Watch this ep on YouTube --- - Connect with us - Join the private Facebook community Support us on Patreon Instagram GayMenGoingDeeper.com -— Join the Waitlist for the Gay Men Going Deeper Membership coaching community!

About Today’s Show Come spend the hour with Matt Landsiedel and Jerome Braggs to learn more about self-love. Jerome Braggs is a highly-gifted Intuitive Empath, Inspirational Speaker, Writer + Poet, and Psychopomp. He shares so eloquently with the listeners how he moved closer to wholeness and love for himself by healing shame. Jerome also shares his powerful story of a near-death experience that completely transformed him. He identifies this as being pivotal to learning what the essence of love is and how to access it more freely. Some of the questions we're answering are: What is self love?What is the difference between self love and self worth?How come gay men seem to struggle so much with self love and self worth?What gets in the way of us loving ourselves?What are some things we can do to develop more self love? By the end of this episode, you'll be feeling a little more connected to love and have new wisdom and tools to develop more self-love. Watch this ep on YouTube --- - Connect with us - Join the private Facebook community Support us on Patreon Instagram GayMenGoingDeeper.com -— Join the Waitlist for the Gay Men Going Deeper Membership coaching community!

About Today’s Show We are all courageous if you look closely enough. On today's episode, we're talking about Everyday Courage- those small, simple acts of courage that we all experience, yet often overlook. Some of the questions we're answering are: What does it mean to be courageous?What gives us courage? (and takes it away)How can you show courage in your everyday life? By the end of this episode, you'll be feeling a little more courageous in your own life to be able to face your fears and take steps towards greater empowerment and self-expression. Watch this ep on YouTube --- - Connect with us - Join the private Facebook community Instagram GayMenGoingDeeper.com -— Join the Waitlist for the Gay Men Going Deeper Membership coaching community!