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Why Gay Men Struggle with “No”: Rejection, Control & the Path Back to Embodiment – JoJo Bear


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Why is hearing “no” so hard for gay men? Why does rejection cut so deep—and why do we sometimes choose control over connection?

In this powerful and revealing episode, somatic guide and sacred intimate JoJo Bear joins us to explore how gay men navigate fear of rejection, touch deprivation, aging, and the need for control in a world that taught us we had to earn love to survive.

JoJo works primarily with gay men over 40, helping them shift from mental noise into embodied presence—and his insights hit hard. We talk body image, consent, intimacy, and why saying yes to yourself sometimes starts with being okay with someone else’s no.

This one is deep, hilarious, healing, and a little bit sexy. Hit play—you’ll feel seen.

In this episode:
  • Discover how to embrace "no"
  • Learn why the loss of control can actually make you better at connecting with other men
  • Rediscover how sex can be great again

  • About JoJo
    JoJo Bear is a Sacred Intimate and Somatic Guide based in the San Francisco Bay Area. He works with individuals and groups to support a shift from mental chatter into embodied presence.
    JoJo primarily serves gay men over the age of 40 who are exploring body image, sexuality, aging, and personal connection—but he welcomes and works with people of all bodies and identities. His sessions offer space for curiosity, healing, and deeper self-trust.
    He is a facilitator with the Body Electric School and an educator with the School of Consent, where he brings heart, humor, and depth to his teaching.
    JoJo is also passionate about mentoring fellow practitioners—coaches, sacred intimates, sex workers, and educators—supporting them to expand their work and stay rooted in their purpose. Beyond his somatic work, JoJo is a commentator and comedian, blending insight with laughter to build bridges and break stigma.
     
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