The Sex and Intimacy Revolution
MAY 15th, 2024
EPISODE 42: The Sex and Intimacy Revolution
In a world brimming with information, why is it that the dialogue around our sexual well-being remains so stifled? Have you ever wondered why conversations about sex and pleasure often feel like navigating a minefield of awkwardness and taboo? How can we break through the barriers of silence to cultivate relationships that thrive on open communication and profound pleasure?
To help answer these questions, Dr. Scott is joined by Dr. Emily Morse, the bestselling author of Hot Sex and Smart Sex and host of the number one sexuality podcast, Sex with Emily. Emily has dedicated her career to demystifying the world of sex and pleasure, advocating for honest and open communication as the cornerstone for a vibrant sexual relationship.
Together, they explore the reasons behind our collective hesitation to talk about sex, the benefits of expanding our understanding of what sex can do, and the practical steps we can take to enhance intimacy and pleasure in our lives. They tackle how to address pleasure thieves like stress, trauma, and shame and discuss the power of mindfulness in creating a safe space for those important conversations. Whether you're curious about navigating your desires, exploring fantasies, or simply looking to enrich the sexual aspects of your relationship, you're in the right place.
Let's get it on.
Topics We Break Down:
Boundaries that keep us from talking about sex in a safe, shame-free environment.
What it looks like to define sex for ourselves instead of following the scripts handed to us.
Communication is lubrication: why learning to talk about sex is the best thing for our sex lives.
Reframing sex as an opportunity to expand the experiential horizons of your relationship.
Transformative tools to break down common barriers preventing us from having fulfilling sexual experiences.
How mindful masturbation can revolutionize your solo and partnered encounters.
What it might look like to overcome the humor and awkwardness of role play.
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Special Guest
Emily Morse
Doctor of Human Sexuality, Emily Morse, is on a mission to liberate the conversation about sex and pleasure. Over the last 18 years, Morse’s work has made her the best-selling author of Hot Sex: Over 200 Things You Can Try Tonight!, a pioneering MasterClass Instructor on Sex and Communication, live SiriusXM radio host and executive producer, and host of the #1 Sexuality podcast on iTunes, Sex With Emily.
Morse has helped millions of people around the world navigate their sex lives. Her candid conversations challenge cultural taboos, misinformation and awkward sex talks to create a future where people can deeply connect and embrace pleasure-filled lives.
Emily has been profiled in The New York Times, Forbes, and The Times of London.
Today, Sex With Emily is the longest-running sex and relationship podcast, and an endeavor that Morse has grown into a thriving media company. Learn more at SexwithEmily.com or by following @SexwithEmily on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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Your Host
DR. SCOTT LYONS
Dr. Scott Lyons is a licensed holistic psychologist, educator and author of the book Addicted to Drama: Healing Dependency on Crisis and Chaos in Yourself and Others, with Hachette publishing. Scott is also the host of The Gently Used Human Podcast, a delightfully depthful and often hilarious exploration of what it is to be human, to have lived life, and come out gently used.
As a renowned body-based trauma expert, Doctor of Osteopathy (Spain) and Mind-Body Medicine specialist, Scott helps people to break free from cycles of pain, limited beliefs, and trauma. Scott is an innovator in transformative wellness and trauma therapy, teaching over half a million people internationally over the past twenty years how to relieve stress and restore vitality. Scott has worked with many of the country’s top leaders and CEOs as an executive coach and wellness consultant.
Scott is the creator of The Embody Lab—the largest online learning platform for body-based trauma therapies—and developer of Somatic Stress Release™, a holistic process of restoring biological resilience, taught in over 20 countries. Scott is also the founder and progressive designer of Omala, a wellness brand dedicated to creating sustainably sourced tools for transformation.
About the Podcast
THE GENTLY USED HUMAN
Dr. Scott Lyons and his world renowned guests take us into the delightfully depthful and often hilarious exploration of what it is to be human, to have lived life, and come out gently used. From passion to pain, glory to defeat, comedy to drama to tragedy, we’ve all been through it. This show unpacks the psychology and humor needed to keep you thriving on the roller coaster of being human.