QUICKIE: When it came down to sex and intimacy I remember feeling like I didn’t have the right resources or “go-to” mentors around me. I wished people would talk about sex in the same way that they talked about their skincare routines. I wanted to know the secrets, advice from experts, and the tried and true rituals of everyday individuals. Today I'm sharing my top 5 sexual wellness tips, routines, and essentials. I think we learn best from the people around us, and I hope this helps you to see the expansive value and diversity of a sexual wellness practice. It truly give me LIFE!

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Guide to Energy Mapping

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INTERVIEW: Did you know that 7 million females experience a UTI each year in the US? And that of those 26-44% will have a UTI recurrence within 6 months? This is where our guest Melissa Kramer comes in. Melissa is the founder of Live UTI Free. A platform dedicated to sharing the right information about UTIs to help those get to better testing, identify root causes, and ultimately find a permanent solution. Melissa’s story isn’t so different from others: After getting a UTI she went to the doctor, took antibiotics which initially worked and then carried on. Weeks later though, symptoms crept back, and it wasn’t till years later, after hospital visits and a traumatic plane ride experience that she started her own journey toward healing. On today’s episode we break down everything about the infamous UTI: what they are, WHY we get them, root causes, and treatment plans. We tackle the nitty gritty of your deep google searches, unpack important links to our microbiomes, and share the ways that you too can live UTI free.

We also talk about:

• The urinary microbiome
• Chronic UTIs
• How UTIs can link to specific partners
• Symptom tracking and treatment
• Male bodies & UTIs

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QUICKIE: On today's Quickie I cover a topic that has been top of mind — that is, following and leading with ~intuition~. Now, some of you might have mastered this bit of yourselves, while others might not even get what the heck "following our intuition" means. Wherever you're at, I share tips on HOW we can better connect to our intuition and relationship with ourselves so that we can have stronger relationships around us. I share 5 TIPS on how to map this out and apply it to your life to lead toward massive personal growth and transformation.

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INTERVIEW: Today I’m in conversation with Emily Depasse, a sexologist, relationship + sex therapy graduate, and leading expert on STI stigma. Emily niches in STI and STD education, and it was after a herpes diagnosis 5 years ago that she started an online community, called SexELDucation, unpacking and redefining society’s narratives around STIs. On today’s episode we go DEEP into Emily’s own journey learning of a positive herpes status, and her own internalized stigma toward it. Emily shares with bedside how we can better have sexual health discussions, disclosure, and break the ice in the bedroom for better sex. Whether or not you’ve had a positive STI status, or know a friend or partner who has, we want you to know you’re not alone. This episode is going to leave you feeling informed, empowered, and ready to have important dialog around your sexual health.

We also talk about:

• How COVID isn't so different from discussing sexual health statuses
• What the infamous “coldsore” really is
• How to confidently talk to doctors
• How to disclose to partners
• Experiencing rejection

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Mentioned Sources:
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QUICKIE: I've been having so many conversations with people lately about a DEEP CRAVING for intimate connections — whether hookups, casual dating, or finding ~the one~ it's been real challenging in this isolated, socially distanced climate. On today's Quickie I'm sharing tales of flirtations past, and my top TIPS FOR DATING (whether you're after deep love, or a fresh friendship). Right here, right now. So tune on in, this one's GOOD.

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QUICKIE: It's a New Year, and there's something to be said about ~getting through~ 2020. Whew! On today's Quickie I unpack what I think this past year taught us the most, and how we can go forward into 2021 with new found energy. I cover how "doing you" and living in our authenticity is more vital than ever before. It's actually a requirement! And how it's time to drop the BS stories that have been holding us in place. If you're looking to get inspired, hit a bit of a reset, and tap into refreshing purpose this episode is ALL for you.

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INTERVIEW: Chances are if you're not trying to get pregnant you've never thought much about ~fertility~. In fact  just like periods, pregnancy, menopause and all the between much of women's health feels a lot more like troubleshooting than getting behind the ball. That's where my guest today, co-founder and go-getter extraordinaire, Carly Leahy of Modern Fertility comes in. On today's episode, Carly shares with us her story building Modern Fertility from the ground up, and how she and her team are creating products that allow those with ovaries to easily understand their hormones through at home test kits. We talk about why fertility matters even before you're thinking about "baby stuff", and the insights and tools with which we can  understand our reproductive blueprints. 

We also talk about:

• Sexual wellness routines
• Modern Fertility's timeline tools
• Realities of egg freezing and IVF 
• What your egg count represents

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QUICKIE: This week we're covering an important topic of censorship in social media spaces. Primarily, Instagram. With Facebook's new policies I unpack just how harmful this will be to important lines of sex work, education, and access to vital digital resources. I share the history of some of the latest digital censoring, and how it's going to have a larger impact for how we all show up for community. BUT, it's not all doom and gloom. The reality here is that there is hope in innovation, and empowerment in ownership. Tune in to get all the deets.

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Resources Mentioned:
NYT Daily on Facebook Monopoly
Washington Post on Trafficking Ads
Earn It Act of 2020

Petitions:
Unfair Censoring on Change.org
Silenced Bodies on Change.org

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INTERVIEW: Today I'm in conversation with Alicia Sinclair, creator and founder of pleasure companies you may already be intimately familiar with — Le Wand Massager, B Vibe, and The Cowgirl. Through her extensive work in the adult space, Alicia has fostered an attitude towards human sexuality that encourages sexual pleasure and experimentation. As a sex positive advocate, sexuality coach & educator, Sinclair recognizes that sexual well-being is an important facet of an overall healthy lifestyle. As we cover topics of business, growing up, Mormonism, masturbation, media censorship, and intimacy this is an episode you won’t want to miss. It’s timely, it’s refreshing, and will leave you feeling eager to take charge of your pleasure.

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QUICKIE: Let's be real this year has been one wild ride. But through all its challenges, ups & downs, we're learning some of the most intimate things about ourselves along the way. On this Quickie I share one of the most important learning lessons I've had over the past few months, and how I've prioritized my time over anything else. I share how the margins within our lives are up to us to create, capitalize on, and thrive within. Join me on this episode as I uncover lessons on abundance & the moments between "the to-do's" that mean the MOST. 

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