Why is talking about sex so hard, even in long-term relationships?
In this episode, I break down why so many people struggle to talk about sex, what’s really underneath the silence, and how avoiding these conversations quietly erodes intimacy over time.
Because it’s not just about sex. It’s about vulnerability, rejection, shame, power, and everything we were never taught how, or allowed to say out loud.
I’ll walk you through:
- Why talking about sex feels uncomfortable (even with someone you love) and reframing this.
- The hidden fears the stop couples from speaking honestly and how to work through the fear.
- How sexual communication impacts desire, connection, and satisfaction.
- Why shrinking will most likely not help you want sex.
- Questions to ask yourself that help you understand your sexual self and identity.
If you’ve ever thought, “this shouldn’t be so hard to talk about”, you’re not alone. And more importantly, you’re not stuck.
This episode will help challenge the fears, assist you to understand what’s really going on, and give you further deep questions to explore in your own time.
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Host: Lauren Muratore
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