Sex is a vital part of human life. But how best do we approach it? Western society sends mixed messages about sexuality. We’re not taught how to understand our relationship to our bodies. This often leads to feelings of shame, avoidance and in extreme cases, toxic and dangerous behaviour. We should all strive to be authentic and ignoring or masking our sexuality can only lead to negative outcomes. But where should we start? Right here, My guest today is Nadja Lasbeck, she's an intimacy coach, relationship therapist, lecturer & a mother. Nadja and I discuss: How to raise children in a sex positive environment If Butterflies are a prerequisite for chemistry Why we SHOULDN’T compromise in relationships The Role of shame in blocking intimacy The Difference between fantasy and desire? What the definition of a friendship crush is. If BJJ is a bit gay Whether we should keep our socks on or off in bedroom How to communicate discomfort in the bedroom The role of culture in shaping sexuality Masculinity The difference between sensuality and sexuality and… Euro Trash Please enjoy this beautiful exploration of sexuality, with Nadja Lasbeck. Keywords: sexuality, relationships, intimacy, shame, communication, culture, sex-positive, desire, fantasy, therapy, sexuality, relationships, personal growth, modern relationships, media, self-work, body image, desires, friendship crushes, compromise, non-monogamy #intimacy #shameandsex #sexpositivehome #podcast #awakenoutofcontext ***LINKS*** NADJA’S STUFF: Nadja’s Website: https://bit.ly/46L7hLi Nadja’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/3M1vrHO OTHER STUFF: Eurotrash: https://bit.ly/4fIXARi MY STUFF: Awaken Out Of Context Podcast (YouTube & Podcast Links): https://bit.ly/3tk8FVv Follow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason): https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Challenges 01:31 Nadja's Journey to Becoming a Sex and Couples Therapist 11:02 Cultural Differences in Attitudes Towards Sex 17:48 Exploring Kinks as a Tool for Healing Trauma 27:21 Navigating Discomfort and Setting Boundaries in Intimate Relationships 35:26 Becoming More Secure: Practising and Drilling Behaviours 40:30 Navigating Cultural Expectations and Societal Messages Around Sexuality 44:09 Authenticity and the Complexities of Masculinity 50:26 Exploring Sensuality and Sexiness 56:54 Parenting and Instilling a Healthy Approach to Sexuality 01:11:05 Exploring Masculinity and Jiu-Jitsu 01:14:10 The Role of Physical Touch and Intimacy 01:15:24 Childhood Experiences and Relationship Dynamics 01:22:00 The Influence of Media on Sexuality 01:32:49 Navigating Friendship Crushes 01:39:21 Comfort and Boundaries in the Bedroom 01:40:52 The Pitfalls of Compromise in Relationships 01:45:29 Understanding Non-Monogamy and Communication

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