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What's standing in the way between you and the romantic life you've always wanted?!?! Damona Hoffman is here to help answer that question. Her new book F The Fairy Tale takes a deep dive into some of the topics we covered on todays' show and if you'd like to follow Damon on IG you can do that HERE or on Tiktok HERE.

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Welcome back!! Season 3 baybeeeee! I'm updating you guys on my life, dropping some Valentine's Day facts and sharing my top 4 takeaways since hosting this show...

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Everything you never knew about libido and desire... This week Rory sits down with the authors of "Desire" to bust popular myths about bedroom dynamics and how to help you fix your love life. Plus! Tips for navigating sensitive conversations around desire and pleasure and making sure all parties feel fulfilled. She's joined by Dr. Jennifer Vencill and Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy, sex therapists and the authors of Desire

You can purchase DESIRE here. Or, Follow Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy HERE or Dr. Jennifer Vencill HERE.

We discuss Comes as you Are and The Gottman Method, both linked!

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This week Rory Uphold is joined by Candice Horbacz (AKA Eva Lovia) a former Porn Star turned entrepreneur slash wife and mom. They discuss the truth about the adult entertainment industry and how Candice's time in porn actually helped her strengthen not only her relationship with her husband but her relationship with herself. Plus! She gives us tips and tricks from hot date night ideas to how to have uncomfortable conversations and so much more...

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Summary

Candice Horback, a successful adult entertainment performer, shares her journey into the industry and the challenges she faced. She discusses the perception and stigma surrounding the industry and the reality of porn versus real-life sex plus pros and cons of incorporating it into a relationship. Candice and Rory discuss the concept of anti-fragile relationships and how being in the porn industry has impacted Candice's marriage. They share advice on approaching difficult conversations in relationships and creating a safe space for communication.

Takeaways

• Pornography should not be seen as a reflection of real-life sex.
• The perception of cheating in relation to porn is often based on societal biases and double standards.
• The porn industry can amplify insecurities and trigger negative reactions in individuals who are not comfortable with their own sexuality.
• Anti-fragile relationships are built on open communication, honesty, and the ability to navigate challenges together.
• Approaching difficult conversations in relationships requires creating a safe space, being patient, and allowing each partner to express themselves fully.
• Relationships go through ups and downs, and it's important to recognize and navigate these changes together.
• The S*xual Buffet exercise can bring playfulness and creativity into a relationship by exploring new sexual experiences and desires.

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This week Rory Uphold is joined by multi-talent Lane Moore to discuss the power of friend love, how to meet people IRL (and off apps!), what to do when you're a people pleaser... and SOO much more. Link's to Lane's books: How To Be Alone and You Will Find Your People. You can learn more about Lane at her website: https://www.lanemoore.org or follow her on IG HERE. (May be eligible for commission)

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In this conversation, Lane Moore discusses the similarities between making friends and dating. She challenges the notion that friendships should be superficial and explores the importance of treating friendships with the same depth and care as romantic relationships. Lane also shares her insights on the lack of significant changes in dating apps over the years and the toxic behaviors that persist. She emphasizes the need to be open and vulnerable in everyday life to form meaningful connections. Additionally, Lane addresses the desire for love and connection and the importance of setting boundaries in friendships. In this conversation, Lane Moore discusses the challenges of ending unhealthy relationships and provides tips for navigating friend breakups. She challenges the myth of lifelong friendships and emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries in friendships. Moore also encourages listeners to choose themselves in relationships and offers advice for those who feel like the only single friend. She highlights the power of reaching out to friends when feeling low and changing self-talk in self-love practices. Ultimately, Moore emphasizes the importance of prioritizing peace and joy in all relationships.

Takeaways

• Friendships should be treated with the same depth and care as romantic relationships.
• Dating apps have not significantly changed over the years, and toxic behaviors persist.
• Meaningful connections can be formed by being open and vulnerable in everyday life.
• It is important to set boundaries in friendships and accept disappointment when necessary.

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Rory Uphold is joined by 21 year old Sophie Miller to talk about her recent diagnosis with Herpes and how it's affected her romantic and sexual life since. I first saw Sophie when she went viral on tiktok and was moved by her honesty -- I hope this episode chips away at the stigma and shame surrounding STI's. If you'd like to learn more about Sophie, you can follow her on Tiktok HERE or IG HERE. *Not sponsored* Here are links to JEMS: https://jemsforall.com/ and to LOLA: https://mylola.com/products/condoms

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This week, Rory sits down with Jewelry maven, CEO and all around inspiration, Amanda Thomas to discus a harrowing story from Madeleine. (Follow Madeleine's travel journey on Tiktok HERE or her IG HERE) Amanda and Rory also discuss divorce at 36 and why it's a blessing, the ultimate first date trick, how to get over being burned and so so so much more. If you loved this episode drop us a comment on Spotify or Apple podcasts and share the love <3

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This week Rory Uphold is joined by Tawny Lara, a sober expert and the author of DRY HUMPING! Join them for a boisterous conversation about confidence and self-love with some practical advice for those looking to explore sobriety as well as those who feel safe/settled in their relationship with booze. To win a copy of DRY HUMPING (and be entered to win future giveaways) sign up for the mailing list here: https://www.crimesoftheheartpod.com/

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Philly's influencer of the year, Bran Flakezz joins Rory Uphold to discuss a drunken disaster of a second date -- plus, they discuss coming out, situationships, bad dates, anxious attachment styles and soooo much more!

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Iconic culture writer, Nancy Jo Sales joins Rory for a frank and informative conversation about dating apps, ghosting and origins of the dating apocalypse -- Plus! They discuss porn, the American Plan, and how to resist the app addiction. To check out Nancy's book click HERE. To read her Dating Apocalypse article click HERE. ((This is an amazon link and I might be eligible for commission).

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