Certified Sex Therapist Heather Shannon discusses ethical non-monogamy, addressing common fears, misconceptions, and the various forms it can take. She emphasizes the importance of timing, communication, and setting boundaries in non-monogamous relationships. The conversation also explores the emotional complexities involved, including jealousy and compersion, and how non-monogamy can serve as a means for individuals to explore their sexuality and identity.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Ethical Non-Monogamy

02:38 Common Fears and Misconceptions

05:26 Understanding Different Types of Non-Monogamy

07:53 Timing and Relationship Readiness

10:46 Setting Boundaries and Parameters

13:31 Navigating Jealousy and Compersion

15:46 The Emotional Work of Non-Monogamy

18:38 Exploring Sexuality and Identity

21:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Keywords

ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, open relationships, jealousy, boundaries, compersion, relationship advice, sexuality, emotional work, communication

Tap into your sexual creativity and get past fear and repression. Embrace your darker fantasies without having to make them real!

Certified Sex Therapist & Host, Heather Shannon, interviews guest Bria Rose about her journey from working at Disney to becoming a successful author of dark, sexy fairy tales. She discusses the importance of exploring fantasies through fiction, and her personal journey towards sex positivity. Bria emphasizes the significance of communication in relationships and the need for sexual compatibility. She also shares insights on character creation, overcoming writer's block, and the role of inspiration in sexy writing. The conversation concludes with Bria's advice on navigating relationships and where to find her work.

Chapters

00:00 From Disney to Dark Fairy Tales

02:42 Exploring Morality in Storytelling

05:32 The Role of Fantasy in Healing

08:30 Sex Positivity and Personal Growth

10:30 Character Development in Dark Romance

13:20 Reimagining Classic Tales As Dark, Sexy Ones

16:14 Feminism and Modern Storytelling

21:53 Exploring Character Dynamics in Fiction

25:30 Generating Sexy Ideas and Finding Inspiration

28:25 The Importance of Communication in Relationships

34:10 Navigating Personal Growth and Relationship Dynamics

38:34 Creating Characters and Their Therapeutic Journeys

Keywords

Bria Rose, dark fairy tales, Disney fan fiction, storytelling, morality, erotic novels, sex positivity, character creation, relationships, communication, romance novels, romantasy, sexy books, dark sexual fantasies, sex and healing

Learn about Dr. Jack Morin's equation for sexual desire and how you can make that equation work more in your favor!

One of the most common things we all want in our sex lives is feeling wanted. And yet it can be elusive! Even when we have mutual physical attraction with our partner, it doesn't always spark sexual desire.

Listen in to learn why feeling wanted is important to us, how we feel affected when we don't feel desired and a few things we can do for our partner and for ourselves to turn up the volume on sexual desire.

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Keywords

belonging, connection, attraction, desire, specialness, relationships, emotional needs, human connection, self-worth, intimacy