Episode 92: How To Get In The Right Headspace For Sex
May 13, 2022 by Justin Lehmiller
One of the keys to great sex is being in the right headspace and allowing yourself to be totally immersed in the experience. If you’re not fully into it, it’s easy for your mind to start wandering and to get distracted. Divided attention can make it hard to stay aroused and to reach orgasm. So how can you get in the right mental space for great sex? That’s what we’re going to be talking about today.
We’re going to be discussing a mental state called flow and share practical tips for getting into this state of mind so that you can have the best sex of your life. I am joined by Dr. Emily Jamea, an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and host of the Love and Libido podcast. Some of the topics we explore in this episode include:
- What does it mean to be in a state of “flow?”
- How is flow similar to or different from practicing mindfulness?
- How can being in a flow state enhance sexual satisfaction?
- What is the role of flow in kinky sex?
- Do some people naturally have an easier time getting into flow states than others?
- How can you open yourself up to experiencing flow during sex?
- How can flow boost sexual desire and help people to deal with sexual difficulties?
Check it out! To learn more about Emily, visit her website at emilyjamea.com As a special deal for listeners, Emily is offering 50% off her online sex ed workshops (available on her website) with the coupon code: HALFOFF
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Dr. Justin Lehmiller
Founder & Owner of Sex and PsychologyDr. Justin Lehmiller is a social psychologist and Research Fellow at The Kinsey Institute. He runs the Sex and Psychology blog and podcast and is author of the popular book Tell Me What You Want. Dr. Lehmiller is an award-winning educator, and a prolific researcher who has published more than 50 academic works.
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