Rida Mawla returns for a special conversation on the personal, including the challenges of physical intimacy, limited sensation, the desire for companionship and elevation of emotions, and the strength through confidence that comes with acceptance.

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Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

2:37 In the beginning

4:27 Spinal cord injury

6:40 Muscle mass

10:04 Physical intimacy & sensation

18:48 The sexual element

26:02 Relationship

28:41 Emotions

35:25 Acceptance

38:36 Positivity