Part 2 of this insightful conversation about the often-overlooked power of touch in relationships. Centered around Barry McCarthy’s “five gears of touch” model and the Touch Continuum. The group explores how intentional touch builds emotional connection, bridges intimacy, and opens clearer communication between partners. They highlight how modern couple life often bypasses the rich middle gears (sensual/playful), jumping from affectionate directly to intercourse, and discuss how this affects long-term sexual vitality, consent, cultural norms, aging, and even self-touch rituals. Listeners are encouraged to notice their own “gear usage”, speak about preferences, and reintegrate meaningful touch into their lives beyond the screen era.

Show Notes:

• “Five Gears of Touch” by Barry McCarthy
• “The Role of Touch in Couple’s Sexuality” – overview of touch as foundational beyond intercourse. 
• Enhancing Couple Sexuality by McCarthy– for deeper explanation of the gears.
• “Exploring the Five Dimensions of Touch” – applying gears in real-world relationships.