Mighty Pursuit Podcast

Episode 23: Jess Connolly on beauty standards, body positivity & body image issues

Jess Connolly is a coach, podcaster and nine-time author, including the international bestseller Breaking Free From Body Shame. After it was released in 2021, it immediately became one of the most recommended books for body image issues. In recent years her social media presence has exploded and she now has over 130,000 followers on Instagram.
 
The topic of body image is one of the most pressing issues of our day. The latest studies have revealed that over 90% of people experience dissatisfaction with their bodies, which includes both men and women. This is deeply concerning, because how we feel about our bodies, and feel inside our bodies, is a vital component to our holistic well-being.
 
So in this episode, we wrestle through our body image issues in real-time. We discuss why body image has become such a big issue, and we get an inside look into Jess’s personal story with this issue. We talk about plastic surgery, Ozempic, eating disorders, obsessive gym routines, beauty, fashion and all the different ways we try to counteract aging.
 
Through the course of the conversation, we learn that each one of us faces a fork in the road, in which society presents us with a few different paths to travel down. Perhaps the most popular and obvious path is to try to overcome body image issues by constantly trying to fix ourselves. To seek peace and contentment by chasing after the beauty standards of our time.
 
Others have rebelled against this, giving rise to the body positivity movement and most recently, the body neutrality movement. So in this episode, Jess takes us on a journey and examines what happens when we travel down each of these paths. This all culminates in her presenting a compelling alternative. Undoubtedly, probably something that you haven’t heard before.
 
We found her perspective to be balanced, nuanced, and one that has genuine staying power in our search for peace and contentment. Jess is a leader that the world needs today. Which is why we believe that after listening to this conversation, you too might gain a new perspective, and a framework that can guide you as you move forward. 
 
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - 2:12 - Intro
2:12 - 4:40 - Why are body image issues exploding?
4:40 - 9:57 - What are body image issues really about?
9:57 - 15:43 - When Jess first felt body shame
15:43 - 20:57 - Why words & labels hold so much power
20:57 - 28:59 - Pursuing beauty standards & trying to fix yourself
28:59 - 33:26 - The problem with complements & affirmation
33:26 - 39:45 - The danger in treating your body like a trophy
39:45 - 45:20 - Plastic surgery
45:20 - 49:35 - Ozempic
49:35 - 56:22 - Obsessive workouts & exercise
56:22 - 58:28 - Disordered eating
58:28 - 1:04:09 - Anti-aging
1:04:09 - 1:07:19 - How much body modification is too much?
1:07:19 - 1:09:51 - Letting go of the beauty standards
1:09:51 - 1:16:48 - The body positivity movement
1:16:48 - 1:20:10 - The body neutrality movement
1:20:10 - 1:41:27 - The spiritual path
1:41:27 - 1:43:59 - Putting boundaries around filters & social media
1:43:59 - 1:46:41 - Giving & receiving complements
1:46:41 - 1:49:40 - Cultivating attraction in your relationship
1:49:40 - 1:51:44 - Dealing with negative emotions on body image
1:51:44 - 1:53:37 - Should we accept the way our culture is?
 
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Episode 22: Harvard-trained Dr. Frank Anderson on the path to healing trauma

Dr. Frank Anderson originally trained at Harvard, and is now known as one of the world’s leading trauma experts. For nearly 30 years, he worked alongside Bessel van der Kolk, who famously wrote the international bestseller The Body Keeps The Score.
Over the last decade, Dr. Anderson has been featured on The Today Show, Good Morning America and the Huffington Post. Most remarkably though, Dr. Anderson is not just a trauma expert, he is also a trauma survivor.
This year, he published a memoir on his own journey.Dr. Anderson speaks to you from a place of going through trauma, and also helping people through their own trauma. 
As Frank explains, it’s estimated that 70% of people will experience a traumatic event throughout their lifetime. In this episode, we cover some of these basic questions, before diving into the deep stuff, like what happens to the brain when you are traumatized, and the foundational building blocks of healing.
We believe the conversation is special, and Frank shares some ground-breaking insights that will make a huge impact on your life, Whether you are trying to cope with trauma in your own life, or help somebody through theirs, it’s a must-watch.
CHAPTERS:0:00 - 2:38 - Intro2:38 - 10:32 - The moment Frank lost control10:32 - 28:16 - The source of Frank’s trauma28:16 - 33:25 - The complicated relationship with an abuser33:25 - 38:06 - Training at Harvard with Bessel van der Kolk38:06 - 42:31 - Why was The Body Keeps The Score such a hit?42:31 - 46:08 - What exactly is trauma?46:08 - 50:13 - The problem with “big t” vs. “little t” traumas50:13 - 1:02:56 - What to do in the immediate aftermath of trauma1:02:56 - 1:10:02 - What if you’re being abused right now?1:10:02 - 1:16:21 - How everyone facilitates pain & trauma1:16:21 - 1:22:16 - The different categories of trauma1:22:16 - 1:24:03 - Can you over-identify with trauma?1:24:03 - 1:30:13 - Symptoms of trauma1:30:13 - 1:36:11 - What happens to the brain on trauma1:36:11 - 1:39:40 - You have to go back to move forward1:39:40 - 1:46:49 - The importance of talking about your trauma1:46:49 - 1:48:19 - How meaning-making plays a role in healing1:48:19 - 2:02:15 - Psychedelics, MDMA & healing trauma2:02:15 - 2:04:27 - Finding a trauma therapist2:04:27 - 2:16:19 - The moment Frank’s dad died2:16:19 - 2:20:29 - Forgiveness, compassion & healing trauma2:20:29 - 2:22:59 - How important is closure to trauma2:22:59 - 2:24:03 - To the person who feels hopeless right now
Buy Frank's memoir:https://shorturl.at/mZ7Je
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Episode 21: Dr. Casey Means on the failure of the U.S. medical system & Big Pharma's influence

Dr. Casey Means is one of the world’s foremost experts in the area of metabolic health. She earned her MD from Stanford Medical School, co-founded the health-tech company Levels, and released her first book Good Energy earlier this year, which has topped the charts at number one on the New York Times bestseller list. 
 
As of late, she's become one of the most Googled people in the world, and her public profile has exploded, with more than 540,000 followers across social media. Being inside the medical system and training as a surgeon, Dr. Means was confronted with an ugly truth, which is that every institution that impacts your health makes MORE money when you are sick and LESS money when you are healthy. 
 
This includes hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, medical schools, and even insurance companies. She learned that we are stuck in a vicious cycle where Big Food profits off of making us sick, and then Big Pharma profits off of keeping us sick. The government and medical doctors sit in the middle, facilitating this broken system.
 
In this episode, you’ll get an inside look into the corruption of the American medical system and how Big Pharma forcefully stands in the way of our healing. You’ll be introduced to the surprising link between all chronic diseases, and the role it plays in achieving optimal health.
 
You’ll gain practical insights for how to interact with the medical system, how to take control of your own health, and what you can do to fight what is without a doubt one of the biggest justice issues of our time.
 
Chapters:0:00 - 1:35 - Intro1:35 - 7:40 - How US healthcare became sickcare7:40 - 12:02 - The ethical dilemma of running healthcare as a business12:02 - 20:41 - The measure of “success” for doctors20:41 - 30:28 - Do doctors understand what they’re participating in?30:28 - 38:07 - Medical schools have been corrupted by Big Pharma38:07 - 40:24 - Big Food & Big Pharma are biggest lobbyists in U.S.40:24 - 45:39 - The spiritual crisis of losing our way45:39 - 50:33 - Why isn’t this the no. 1 issue for politicians?50:33 - 53:58 - What is the medical system effective at treating?53:58 - 1:00:20 - What are pills & pharma actually useful for?1:00:20 - 1:10:33 - We know the true cause of all chronic diseases?!1:10:33 - 1:14:38 - The importance of getting extensive bloodwork1:14:38 - 1:20:19 - Why are young people getting cancer?1:20:19 - 1:26:04 - Why did Casey’s mom get cancer after “doing it right”?1:26:04 - 1:28:37 - How do you define healthy?1:28:37 - 1:31:28 - The best kind of doctor you can work with1:31:28 - 1:35:37 - Why do some doctors say you’re healthy if you’re not?1:35:37 - 1:39:54 - How we should look at symptoms1:39:54 - 1:44:54 - What about full body MRIs & imaging tests?1:44:54 - 1:57:06 - Nutrition & your health1:57:06 - 2:00:48 - Fasting & your health2:00:48 - 2:05:20 - Sleep & your health2:05:20 - 2:07:38 - Exercise & your health2:07:38 - 2:11:58 - Chronic stress & your health2:11:58 - 2:15:14 - How to (successfully) build new habits
 
Find a Functional Doctor Near You:IFM: https://www.ifm.org/find-a-practitioner/Parsley Health: https://www.parsleyhealth.com/
 
Get your bloodwork done:Levels: https://www.levels.com/Function Health: https://www.functionhealth.com/
 
More from Casey:Buy Good Energy: https://shorturl.at/JX7unInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcaseyskitchen/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caseymeansmd X: https://x.com/CaseyMeansMD
 
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Episode 20: Laura Lentz on infidelity, Carl's affair & the decision to stay or go

Laura Lentz is a podcaster and one of the former leaders of Hillsong, a faith-based community in New York City. Due to their success, Hillsong became a fixture in the mainstream media, and nearly 10,000 people attended their Sunday gatherings on WEEKLY basis, which is unprecedented in a city like New York.
 
But in the fall of 2020, everything came crashing down as it was revealed that Laura's husband, Carl had been unfaithful. The affairs were a surprise to Laura, and as a public figure, she had to endure the humiliation of all of this unfolding in the public eye. Four years later, Laura has been through hell and back, and lives to tell about her experience.
 
This is the first solo interview Laura has done since the affair happened, and is a sequel to our previous conversation with Carl.
 
In this episode, we unpack the topic of infidelity, and all the complexity that comes along with it. We leave no stone unturned, discussing the trauma that comes about when you have been betrayed, navigating the decision to leave or go, and all the little moments that often lead up to an affair taking place.
 
As a media company that talks about the mind, body and spirit frequently, sex is a big topic for us. It’s estimated that cheating occurs in roughly 50% of relationships, and we found Laura’s insights on the topic to be eye-opening.
 
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - 1:47 - Intro
1:47 - 5:36 - How many people reach out to Laura
5:36 - 12:12 - The day she learned Carl cheated
12:12 - 16:18 - Her marriage was good before?
16:18 - 23:06 - What Carl was like as a husband before
23:06 - 25:57 - How Carl gaslighted Laura
25:58 - 29:12 - Processing the trauma from infidelity
29:12 - 34:52 - Delayed trauma response
34:52 - 41:45 - The decision to stay or leave
41:45 - 45:32 - Did people shame Laura?
45:32 - 48:23 - Did Laura think about revenge?
48:23 - 51:09 - Speaking to a divorce lawyer
51:09 - 57:56 - Putting boundaries in place with Carl
57:56 - 1:02:26 - Disclosing the details of infidelity
1:02:26 - 1:05:38 - What’s the point of staying?
1:05:38 - 1:06:56 - Biggest misconceptions about infidelity
1:06:56 - 1:08:47 - Is monogamy unrealistic?
1:08:47 - 1:10:44 - Are both people at fault for an affair?
1:10:44 - 1:19:53 - How this scandal affected Laura’s faith
1:19:53 - 1:21:33 - To women who have been cheated on
1:21:33 - 1:23:24 - To the people who have secrets
1:23:24- 1:24:36 - To those who lost hope about marriage
 
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Episode 19: Carl Lentz on his affair, scandal, downfall & redemption

From 2010 to 2020, Carl Lentz was the founder and leader of Hillsong, a faith-based community in New York City. At their height, nearly 10,000 people attended their gatherings on weekly basis, which is unprecedented in a city like New York.
 
Due to their success, Carl became a fixture in the mainstream media. Carl made an appearance on popular talk show The View, ABC News’s Nightline and had a sit-down interview with Oprah Winfrey. He had a major influence on younger generations and made an appearance on Logan Paul’s podcast Impaulsive in 2019.
 
During that time, Carl became known as a spiritual advisor and close friend to Justin Bieber, in addition to developing friendships with Selena Gomez, Vanessa Hudgens, Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and other well-known stars.
 
Carl was also an outspoken activist for the black community during the civil unrest that took place in the United States in the 2010s, leading all the way up to George Floyd in June of 2020. But just a few months later, in the fall of that year, Carl’s world came crashing down.
 
He stepped down from Hillsong as news of an extramarital affair came to the surface. In the following weeks, the media coverage was brutal, as more allegations came to light of additional affairs and claims of leadership abuse by other staff members.
 
Carl vanished from the public eye for nearly four years, and was largely not heard from until earlier this summer when it surprised many people to see him launch a new podcast, Lights On.
 
Outside of bathroom breaks, this conversation with Carl is completely unedited and unfiltered. You will see Carl at his most vulnerable. We go deep into his past, including his childhood, coming to NYC and his rise to fame, taking an honest look at how that all contributed to his downfall.
 
Whether you were familiar with Carl before, or this is the first time, this episode will help you make better sense of some really tough questions. Why is there so often a disconnect between someone’s public life and private life? How is it possible to preach a message that is true, but continually fall short of that standard yourself? How should we frame our own spirituality when people we once respected have a very public downfall?
 
But most of all, we’re intrigued by what Carl has learned about the key ingredients that make up holistic well-being – mind, body and spirit – and how those three parts work together.
 
Chapters:
0:00 - 2:29 - Intro
2:29 - 4:50 - The importance of making public amends
4:50 - 10:18 - The day everything crashed & burned
10:18 - 13:33 - Why Carl came to NYC originally
13:33 - 17:46 - What message were you spreading?
17:46 - 24:53 - Hillsong’s first gathering & rapid growth
24:53 - 27:28 - Attracting famous people
27:28 - 35:38 - Building trust & then breaking it
35:38 - 37:31 - Is fame a drug?
37:31 - 43:00 - Is Carl a narcissist?
43:00 - 48:14 - The infamous photo
48:14 - 51:36 - Standing with the black community
51:36 - 54:18 - Beers & a homeless guy
54:18 - 56:06 - What was real?
56:06 - 58:18 - Warning signs of implosion
58:18 - 1:05:19 - The first time he crossed a line
1:05:19 - 1:09:46 - Private life vs. public life
1:09:46 - 1:13:07 - Carrying a dysfunctional belief system
1:13:07 - 1:17:51 - Did anyone know about Carl’s secrets?
1:17:51 - 1:23:05 - Addiction cycles & the affair
1:23:05 - 1:25:35 - Dealing with the aftermath
1:25:35 - 1:30:30 - What happened next
1:30:30 - 1:34:33 - Addiction, trauma & brain scans
1:34:33 - 1:41:40 - Why wasn’t God enough for Carl?
1:41:40 - 1:52:33 - Group therapy & rebuilding marriage
1:52:33 - 1:58:15 - Why speak out now?
 
Follow Carl:
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Episode 18: Harvard scientist Dr. Arthur Brooks unpacks the science of happiness

Dr. Arthur Brooks is the world’s leading expert on the topic of human happiness. As a social scientist, he teaches a class at Harvard on the subject and has studied happiness for many years. In the fall of 2023, Arthur released a book with Oprah Winfrey the science of happiness, which immediately debuted at #1 on the New York Times bestseller list.
Today's conversation is a masterclass on the topic of happiness, in which Arthur debunks all the myths around the subject. Breaking down all of the latest discoveries of social science, he gives us a roadmap to a happier life.
Chapters:
0:00 - 1:07 - Intro
1:07 - 3:19 - Why are we obsessed with happiness?
3:19 - 4:53 - What does happiness even mean?
4:53 - 7:15 - Did people always want to be happy?
7:15 - 8:12 - Is happiness a good goal in life?
8:12 - 10:39 - The macronutrients of happiness
10:39 - 16:49 - What role do circumstances have in happiness?
16:49 - 20:57 - Money / fame / power / pleasure = happiness?
20:57 - 23:58 - Let’s play a game: what’s your idol?
23:58 - 25:57 - Success & beauty = happiness?
25:57 - 31:30 - Arrival fallacy
31:30 - 39:22 - Money & success are launching pads
39:22 - 44:47 - The Four Pillars of happiness
44:47 - 50:28 - Envy is a happiness killer
50:28 - 53:58 - Caring what others think of you
53:58 - 59:59 - The Four Pillars: Family
59:59 - 1:05:42 - The Four Pillars: Friendship
1:05:42 - 1:09:54 - The Four Pillars: Meaningful Work
1:09:54 - 1:15:25 - The Four Pillars: Faith
1:15:25 - 1:18:17 - How to frame our emotions
1:18:17 - 1:21:27 - Negative emotions are not bad
 
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Episode 17: Wall Street's most famous man reveals the truth about money

In this episode of the Mighty Pursuit Podcast, we sit down with the most famous man on Wall Street – Peter Tuchman. For over 40 years, Peter has been a trader on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. Due to his resemblance to Albert Einstein, he started to become known as the Einstein of Wall Street in the mid-2000s.
 
At one point or another, all of us have heard the phrase “money doesn’t buy happiness”.  And yet.. we’re still not convinced. Is that something rich people just say to make everybody else feel better? In-fact, from an outsider’s point of view, it would appear that money does unlock greater freedom, access and power. And it’s those things, we believe, that will make our lives better.
 
Fortunately, few people have as much authority to verify if this is true than Peter. For over four decades, Peter has been immersed in the world of wealth. On a personal level, he has been extremely successful trading for large hedge-funds, and he’s also gotten an inside look into the lives of the wealthiest people in the world. 
 
So in this conversation, we aim to set the record straight when it comes to money. What actually happens when you become wealthy? Does that improve your life? Does it make you happier and more secure? This episode will leave you with a greater understanding of how to frame money in your life, and give you greater insight into the role it plays in the happiness equation.
 
Chapters:
0:00 - 1:43 - Intro
1:43 - 7:38 - Peter’s rise to fame on Wall Street
7:38 - 13:59 - Why do people invest in the markets?
13:59 - 23:01 - Does money buy happiness?
23:01 - 33:03 - Observations about wealthy people
33:03 - 40:18 - Is there a “satisfied” point of wealth?
40:18 - 48:42 - The financial crises of 1987 & 2008
48:42 - 54:09 - The importance of spirituality
54:09 - 57:19 - The Maslow hierarchy of needs
57:19 - 1:02:30 - Money can make you feel invincible
1:02:30 - 1:15:00 - Money can’t buy you out of loss & grief
1:15:00 - 1:17:54 - What do you do when life fails you?
1:17:54 - 1:21:15 - Making wise decisions with money
1:21:15 - 1:23:38 - Can you get rich too quickly?
1:23:38 - 1:26:36 - Is there such a thing as too much wealth?
1:26:36 - 1:37:02 - GameStop craze + tips for getting started with trading
1:37:02 - 1:38:27 - Other forms of investing money
1:38:27 - 1:43:07 - Is suffering necessary for growth?
 
Einstein of Wall Street on Social Media:
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Twitter: https://x.com/einsteinowallst
 
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Episode 16: Ex-porn star Brittni De La Mora on the industry, OnlyFans & sex

From 2005 to 2012, Brittni De La Mora was one of the biggest stars in porn. Under the pseudonym Jenna Presley, she made hundreds of films during that seven-year period. Much of that time, she was earning well over $30,000 per month.
 
This is particularly relevant in a day-and-age where millions of people are now starting OnlyFans accounts, with the hopes of making as much money as Brittni once did. So in this conversation, we discuss how Brittni got into porn, what life was like when she was in the industry, and what impact this all had on her in the long-term. Full of twists and turns, this conversation is fascinating and enlightening. Surely, one of the most unbelievable stories you’ll ever hear.
 
Chapters:
0:00 - 2:53 - Intro
2:53 - 9:50 - Growing up in a toxic household
9:50 - 18:33 - Becoming a stripper
18:33 - 30:54 - Transitioning into porn
30:54 - 35:20 - Experimenting with drugs
35:20 - 41:17 - Do OnlyFans stars love what they do?
41:17 - 52:23 - Getting ENGAGED while in porn?!
52:23 - 1:00:16 - Making $150k in 3 days
1:00:16 - 1:02:03 - Brittni’s breaking point
1:02:03 - 1:09:32 - Seeing her boyfriend get murdered
1:09:32 - 1:14:50 - Giving all her money to a pimp
1:14:50 - 1:17:23 - When Brittni finally left porn
1:17:23 - 1:21:26 - $30k/mo to $11.25/hr?!
1:21:26 - 1:25:27 - Brittni on God, Buddha & Jesus
1:25:27 - 1:36:55 - The aftermath of being a porn star
1:36:55 - 1:42:22 - The rise of OnlyFans
1:42:22 - 1:55:57 - What doing porn does to your soul
 
Related Episode: https://youtu.be/Y1vlqRtdfDw?si=9MHuhti2BCTyrafc
 
Brittni on Social Media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittnidelamora/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brittnidelamora
 
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Episode 15: Eric Jeng on curiosity, judgment & bridging dividing lines

Eric Jeng is a content creator and master storyteller, whose videos have been viewed over 300 million times. He has nearly 900,000 followers combined across all social media platforms.
His man-on-the-street style interviews feature people from all different walks of life. In a society that has become increasingly quick to judge one another, Eric’s work is a breath of fresh air.
Over the years, Eric has become an expert on interpersonal dynamics. By interacting with so many people, often in vulnerable ways, he has also been able to identify many universal truths that exist throughout everyone’s story. 
In this episode, Eric unpacks how curiosity is a superpower, which is essential to holding conversations with people you disagree with. We learn why hearing someone’s story softens our heart, and how vulnerability is unlocked when we withhold judgment of another person.
Chapters:0:00 - 1:01 - Intro1:01 - 6:42 - Eric’s rise to prominence6:42 - 8:37 - Dealing with rejection regularly8:37 - 11:46 - The power of looking into someone’s eyes11:46 - 13:56 - We conduct a staring experiment13:56 - 15:11 - Why does hearing someone’s story soften your heart?15:11 - 19:38 - Is THIS the meaning of life?19:38 - 22:34 - The rollercoaster of acceptance & approval22:34 - 30:29 - Interacting with people that are different than you30:29 - 34:19 - Curiosity is the superpower you need34:19 - 42:01 - Withholding judgment of people42:01 - 51:53 - Eric’s spiritual journey51:53 - 54:20 - The importance of following your passion54:20 - 56:04 - The practical side to living out your dream56:04 - 58:24 - Does your purpose need to come from your work?
Follow Eric:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericj3ngTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ericj3ngYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCmcRUVgAMuDc_F0XMmoUPeg 
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Episode 14: Sex therapist Dr. Ian Kerner on sex drives, orgasms and desire

Dr. Ian Kerner is one of the most recognizable voices when it comes to the topic of sex. Originally rising to fame for his New York Times bestselling book, She Comes First, Kerner’s work has been regularly featured in the New York Times, CNN, CBS, and The Atlantic. Over the last 30 years, Kerner has worked with thousands of patients in his clinical practice and has successfully helped both individuals and couples.
 
In this conversation, we unpack all the components that make up a great sex life. We give you the latest, emerging science around sex, and debunk some of the major myths that are circulating in our culture. Some topics include: sex drives, desire frameworks, sexual libidos, orgasms, sex scripts, sexual shame, sexless marriages and attachment theory.
 
Chapters:0:00 - 1:02 - Intro1:02 - 3:03 - Life as a sex therapist3:03 - 5:04 - Do men think about sex every seven seconds?5:04 - 8:48 - What kind of person goes to sex therapy?8:48 - 22:46 - Sex & attachment22:46 - 26:26 - Sex drives & libidos26:26 - 32:36 - Turn-ons vs turn-offs32:36 - 37:43 - Differences in men vs. women37:43 - 41:24 - What causes sexless marriages?41:24 - 44:53 - How much does attraction matter?44:53 - 47:28 - What if my spouse let themself go?47:28 - 50:57 - How emotions play a role50:57 - 57:06 - The origins of sexual shame57:06 - 1:00:24 - The Bible is SEX-POSITIVE?1:00:24 - 1:05:52 - The orgasm gap1:05:52 - 1:07:06 - Simultaneous orgasm is almost impossible1:07:06 - 1:09:28 - Does size actually matter?1:09:28 - 1:13:05 - Men only last 2.5 minutes?1:13:05 - 1:15:38 - Putting together a “sex script”1:15:38 - 1:17:58 - Addressing desire discrepancies1:17:58 - 1:20:05 - Intercourse vs. outercourse1:20:05 - 1:21:42 - Is it okay to have a quickie?1:21:42 - 1:25:05 - Good communication around sex1:25:05 - 1:26:23 - Erogenous zones & sexual hot spots1:26:23 - 1:27:23 - What happens AFTER sex matters1:27:23 - 1:29:36 - Can you move forward after infidelity?1:29:36 - 1:31:44 - Does body count matter?1:31:44 - 1:32:32 - What is the purpose of sex?
 
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