DeepSummary
The episode features callers seeking advice on sexual issues in their relationships. One caller, Mackenzie, struggles to communicate her sexual desires to her husband and explore her sexuality after only having one previous partner. Dr. Emily Morse encourages Mackenzie to be vulnerable, educate herself, and approach discovering her likes through self-exploration and open communication with her husband.
Another caller, Dan, feels guilty about masturbating and his wife disapproves of it. Dr. Morse advises Dan to have an open conversation with his wife about the benefits of masturbation for sexual health, and to advocate for himself without shame.
A third caller, Sarah, wants to give her husband a prostate orgasm for his 50th birthday using sex toys, but feels insecure about being dominant. Dr. Morse reassures her and provides guidance on how to introduce anal play in a comfortable way, emphasizing communication and going at their own pace.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Communicate openly and vulnerably with partners about sexual desires, boundaries, and concerns without shame.
- Exploring one's sexuality through self-education, masturbation, and an open mindset can lead to greater sexual fulfillment.
- A skilled lover is defined by emotional qualities like openness, curiosity, and attentiveness rather than mere technical experience.
- Taking penetrative sex 'off the table' temporarily can help reignite passion and connection in stagnant relationships.
- Introducing new sexual acts or power dynamics requires clear consent, communication, and patience from both partners.
- Feeling shame or guilt around sexuality, especially masturbation, is common but unhealthy - a sex-positive mindset is encouraged.
- Discovering what gives you pleasure should be an ongoing journey of exploration throughout life, even in long-term relationships.
- Professional guidance, couples counseling, and educational resources can provide valuable support for sexual issues.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “I can't tell you over the years how many men have emailed and said that they feel shame about it, that they're in the basement hiding and masturbating so, you know, no one finds out. And then they feel this terrible guilt and shame after.“ by Dr. Emily Morse
- “I would love to all of you and all the listeners and you, Dan, to start, you know, being your own best advocates for masturbation.“ by Dr. Emily Morse
- “I don't care how many people you sub with, and I can tell you firsthand, I've been with many people who are like, oh, that person slept with all these people. And they were not my best lovers.“ by Dr. Emily Morse
- “The great news here is that every time you're with a new partner, it's a new beginning. You can learn what your partner likes, what you're into, and the way you're going to have sex with somebody with a new partner is going to be very different than how you had sex with someone else.“ by Dr. Emily Morse
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Sex With Emily
Dr. Emily Morse
4/9/24