On today's show, we’re diving into the complexities surrounding men's experiences in dating, intimacy, and sexuality, shedding light on the challenges often masked by societal expectations. Our exploration involves dismantling myths and internalized narratives that shape the lives of men and their partners, sexually and beyond. We also discuss how thoughts and beliefs can influence our capacity for pleasure and physiological functions like erections and ejaculation.

🎟️Join us at the Men’s Pelvic & Sexual Health Summit, where dating coach Erika Davian will be sharing expert advice on “First-Time Sex: Navigating the Experience with Confidence.” Don’t miss this opportunity to explore healthy intimacy and sexual well-being! Tickets at https://sexualhealthsummits.com

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Episode Chapters:

00:00 Meet Vacurect! Our episode sponsor

00:50 Meet mens dating coach, Erika Davian and summary of episode

2:30 Surrogate partner therapy for hands on practice

3:32 What you should expect with a surrogate partner therapist

5:07 Difference between men’s dating coach and surrogate partner therapist

7:07 Providers who work exclusively with men: a personal reflection

11:14 Unhealthy social narratives around men’s dating and intimacy

18:30 Sensate touch focus

20:18 Thoughts and beliefs influence physical sexual function and pleasure

24:40 Why Viagra doesn’t work

26:48 Defensive reactions around women discussing men’s sexual health issues

30:00 Empathy during sex is sexy!

32:30 Connect with Erika

CONNECT WITH ERIKA DAVIAN:

Website: ErikaDavian.com

Surrogate Partner Therapy: Sessionswitherika.com

Podcast: Bachelor to Boyfriend https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bachelor-to-boyfriend/id1681585833

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erikadavian?igsh=bnppNXNnOWswYWE5

RESOURCES:

Free sex and pelvic pain resources https://drsusieg.com/resources

Online Pelvic Pain Relief Program for Men https://drsusieg.com/pelvic-pain-in-men-online-program

CONNECT WITH ME (DR. SUSIE) AND TEAM:

Website: https://drsusieg.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.susieg/ and https://www.instagram.com/lainie_ot/

Disclaimer:

This information is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding treatment, medications/supplements, or any medical diagnoses. This information is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way to substitute the advice of a licensed healthcare professional.

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On today’s In Your Pants Podcast, we discuss the intersection of faith and intimacy, bridging the gap between the sacred and the sexy! The discussion on religion and sexuality is often delicate and loaded with tension, especially for those who have grown up in religious communities.

Our guests, Julia Postema and Jeremiah Gibson, hosts of the Sexvangelicals Podcast, unpack the emotional and sexual ramifications for couples navigating life in religious communities or after leaving religious communities. The conversation touches upon the challenges couples face due to adverse religious experiences and share practical communication tips to empower couples in fostering more enjoyable and fulfilling sexual experiences.

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About our guests

Julia Postema and Jeremiah Gibson are the co-hosts of the podcast Sexvangelicals: The Sex Education the Church Didn't Want You to Have. They are both Boston-based licensed psychotherapists and certified sex therapists who work with clients in Massachusetts. They currently live in Utrecht, The Netherlands. They specialize in helping couples with negative religious backgrounds discover sexuality that works for their partnership. They enjoy traveling to places that tend to fly under the radar, long-distance hiking, cooking very spicy food, unexpected conversations, and introverted days filled with reading and drinking fancy tea. They're on Instagram, @sexvangelicals, and Substack at sexvangelicals.substack.com

Connect with Julia and Jeremiah:

Website: www.sexvangelicals.com

IG: @sexvangelicals

FB: @sexvangelicals

Substack at sexvangelicals.substack.com

Episode Chapters:

• 00:00 Introduction
• 02:15 Relational and sexual impacts for couples leaving religious communities
• 06:09 Challenges people face in religious communities around sexuality
• 08:18 When spiritual values conflict with sexual values and pleasure
• 12:45 Religious narratives and purity culture impacts on sex and pleasure
• 19:20 Purity culture impact on men and women
• 20:23 Painful sex and healing with pelvic floor physical therapy
• 27:43 Communication tips for couples around sex and pleasure
• 36:18 Connect with Julia and Jeremiah

RESOURCES:

Free sex and pelvic pain resources https://drsusieg.com/resources

Online Pelvic Pain Relief Program for Men https://drsusieg.com/pelvic-pain-in-men-online-program

CONNECT WITH ME (DR. SUSIE) AND TEAM:

Website: https://drsusieg.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.susieg/ and https://www.instagram.com/lainie_ot/

Disclaimer:

This information is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding treatment, medications/supplements, or any medical diagnoses. This information is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way to substitute the advice of a licensed healthcare professional.

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Today, we're diving into the world of Surrogate Partner Therapy with our guest Travis Sigley.

We delve into the essence of Surrogate Partner Therapy, uncover what it entails, who can benefit, and how to approach this nuanced subject within relationships. Travis will also share invaluable insights on self-care in the realm of sexuality and navigating alternatives when access to a surrogate partner therapist isn't available. So, join us as we navigate this conversation, learning from Travis's wealth of experience and dedication to fostering healthier, more fulfilling connections in the world of intimacy and sexuality.

About Travis Sigley

Travis Sigley is a passionate human who cares deeply about education, care, accountability, mental/physical/emotional health, and community. They have been working in the intimacy and sexuality field for 15 years. Their first business was Cuddle Therapy, started in San Francisco as the first known professional cuddling service. Through many years and iterations since, their newest venture is in Surrogate Partner Therapy, where they are currently in the final stages of certification via mentorship.

Connect with Travis at travis.sigley [at] gmail.com

Video Chapters:

• 00:00 Introduction
• 2:08 What is surrogate partner therapy?
• 03:20 How does surrogate partner therapy work? Here’s what you can expect.
• 06:03 Difference between surrogate partner therapy and sex work
• 07:18 Who could benefit from surrogate partner therapy?
• 09:00 How to find a surrogate partner therapist
• 09:54 Approaching sexual intimacy challenges as part of self-care
• 13:05 Communication with a partner around surrogate partner therapy
• 15:55 Disclosure of surrogate partner therapy to a partner
• 18:21 Travis’s personal inspiration to become a surrogate partner therapist
• 22:15 Connect with Travis Sigley

RESOURCES:

Surrogate Partner Collective: https://www.surrogatepartnercollective.org/ Embrace Surrogate Partner Therapy Resource Group: https://www.embracespt.org/ International Professional Surrogate Association: https://www.surrogatetherapy.org/what-is-surrogate-partner-therapy

Free sex and pelvic pain resources https://drsusieg.com/resources

Online Pelvic Pain Relief Program for Men https://drsusieg.com/pelvic-pain-in-men-online-program

CONNECT WITH ME (DR. SUSIE) AND TEAM:

Website: https://drsusieg.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.susieg/ and https://www.instagram.com/lainie_ot/

Disclaimer:

This information is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding treatment, medications/supplements, or any medical diagnoses. This information is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way to substitute the advice of a licensed healthcare professional.

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