Have you been stuck on a decision you need to make? Whether or not to study? Whether you want to save money or travel? Or maybe it's the every day decisions that drive you mad, like what to make for dinner. In today's episode, I'll be sharing with you 5 tips that have helped me to make choices, big and small, so that you can avoid the anxiety that comes with decision avoidance. We'll be chatting about decision fatigue, intuition, deciphering your emotions and more!

Resources

Atomic Habits (book - building a routine)

Decision Fatigue - Healthline

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HAPPY NEW YEAR! Today I am sharing the keys things that I did in 2022 that I will absolutely be doing again in 2023, because of how much they made my year. This episode is going to help set you up for the best year you’ve ever had. Think morning/night time routine hacks, goal setting tips, and real advice on how to get the things you want in life to gravitate towards you!  

Resources 

Atomic Habits (book) 

The Five Minute Journal 

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Today, we have the privilege to hear from Naam Bachmayer (hot, fun, bisexual, etc)! She is a certified Menstrual Cycle Coach, Functional Hormone Specialist and Cookbook Author. Her mission is to empower you to balance period pain, PMS & irregular cycles and help you to connect to the power of your period with Cyclical Living & Mind-Body-Soul Nourishment. As a Thai-German, queer woman, she creates an inclusive space on her Instagram & TikTok for BIPOC & LGBTQIA2S+ and offers intimate 121 Coaching, deep dive Workshops & more. Topics we touch on in today's episode include:

Find Naam (@thecyclicalcoach)

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Website (cookbook & more)

Free Cycle Chart (downloadable)

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This episode is packed with everything you need to know about HSV (herpes)! There is an enormous amount of stigma around STI's but once you know the facts and understand how common they are, it all becomes a lot less scary. Joining us is Tricia, aka. The Safe Slut, who is a sex positive, HSV+ content creator who works to empower vulva owners with herpes! Things we will touch on includes:

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Website (Shop Holistic HSV+ Vulva Wellness Potions & More)

If I asked you what you think about your body, would your initial reaction be negative? We've been taught that our bodies need work and a lot of it. We've been convinced we need to "fix" every detail of our bodies to fit the societal standards of beauty but who says we have to accept that? Let's talk about how we can heal our relationship with our bodies from a place of compassion AND how this is going to dramatically amplify your sex life!

Resources

Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski

In The Flo by Alisa Vitti

Mid Size Fashion (Chloe Ferrari)

Problematic Fame Insta Account

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This week is a listener led episode where I answer all of the anonymous questions you guys sent in through Instagram (and y'all did not hold back lmao). You guys wanted to know all my secrets and get advice on how to break up with a friend, how to navigate a work crush, how to tell your partner that you want to explore sexually + much more! 

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Vibrators? Pleasure rings?? Suction??!? Dual stimulation???? Amazing orgasms???!!? 

This weeks episode is a full on HOW TO for all things sex toys! Whether you've never had an orgasm or you're looking to expand your collection, this episode is for you. Let's get spicy!

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RECCS

VIBRATORS

Zee by Dame (bullet)

Majesty 2 by VUSH (wand)

Crave Vesper (necklace vibrator)

Pom by Dame (palm vibrator)

SUCTION

Aer by Dame (oval opening)

We Vibe Melt (oval opening & my #1 fave)

Empress 2 by VUSH (circle opening)

Sila by Lelo (wider contact point)

Pipedream Fantasy for Her (vibrating pump + tongue attachment)

Fin Finger Vibrator by Dame

OTHER

Womanizer by Lovehoney (suction + penetration)

Pure Wand by NJOY (curve edge dildo)

Shimmy by Unbound Babes (vibrating butt plug)

Hugo Male by Lelo (prostate massager)

In this episode, I share about the lessons I've learned over the last 5 years that have given me better relationships, a stronger connection to my authentic self and have even helped me receive the things that I want in my life (friendships, job, lifestyle, etc.). You're going to hear a bunch of fun stories and walk away feeling encouraged. This is the advice I wish I had when I was younger!

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Resources:

Binaural Beats

Teach People How to Treat You Podcast

If your sex education in school was as bad as mine, this episode is for you. In this episode, we talk all things consent, virginity, orgasms and blue balls??? We also get to hear some tips from the SSW listener community! Educated sex is fun, pleasurable and shame-free, so let’s get up to speed.

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Resources:

The Courage to Be Disliked - Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga (Book)

Come As You Are - Emly Nagoski

VUSH - Lube & Toys & Other Fun Things

MAX BLACK (AUS, stores or online)

THIS IS THE CONFIDENCE BOOST YOU NEED. In this episode, through a mix of encouragement and tough love, you'll learn how to increase your self esteem, have a better relationship with your body and how to put your authentic self out there! Let this episode be your turning point.

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Resources: 

The Courage to Be Disliked - Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga (Book)

Imogen Ivy (Insta)

Riley Hemson (Insta)

May Ridts (Insta)

Jamie Zella (Insta)