Shame

Being Physically Intimate with Bigger People

We don't see people having sex with bigger people on TV, generally. There's a lot of internalized shame around sex and bigger people. Making it normal and ok and having great communication (which is important in ANY relationship) can make it lots more fun! Cathy: So if you're playing with someone who is bigger, there's not a lot of information out there on how to play with them? How to [...]

By |2016-04-13T14:37:29+00:00March 15, 2013|Body Image, Dating, Shame, Touch|

How to Appreciate Bigger Women without Appearing Creepy

Want the inside scoop from Kelly Shibari from http://ThePRSMGroup.com and http://www.KellyShibariXXX.com? Join Cathy Vartuli from http://www.TheIntimacyDojo.com as she talks with Kelly about appreciation and being approached. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnL_ZFMGEx0 Cathy: So how does someone approach you and tell you that they like bigger women without appearing creepy. Kelly: You know, the funny thing is when I used to be in college -- because it didn't really happened so much if you're 12 [...]

By |2016-01-07T09:36:52+00:00March 9, 2013|Dating, Shame|

How Body Image Changes Romantic Connection

Have you found that body image (your view of your own body, your thoughts about what other people think, what they actually think about your body) gets in the way of connecting with people, especially romantically? We're all built differently, and when we stop critiquing ourselves, we may find that others aren't judging us as harshly as we thought! Want the inside scoop from Kelly Shibari from http://ThePRSMGroup.com and http://www.KellyShibariXXX.com? [...]

By |2016-01-07T09:32:50+00:00March 6, 2013|Dating, Shame, Touch|

Release Anger and Resentment with the Languages of Apology

The 5 Languages of Apology can make it surprisingly easy to let go of resentment and anger. Ever had someone repeat your "crimes" from years past? Find yourself doing that? Learn what might be missing and make your romance and friendships better starting now. Reid Mihalko from http://www.ReidAboutSex.com and Cathy Vartuli from http://www.TheIntimacyDojo.com share tips and approaches to help you connect more deeply and with less discord. Cathy: Are you [...]

By |2016-01-06T12:06:41+00:00February 9, 2013|Dating, Relationship Skills, Shame|

Tips for Creating Safety Around Touch.

Fear of touch can create a conflict- you long for connection and you freeze up at the thought. People need touch to really thrive. Avoid skin hunger and learn how to start feeling safer receiving concentual touch and getting the warmth and connection you long for. Reid Mihalko from http://www.reidaboutsex.com/ and Cathy Vartuli from https://www.theintimacydojo.com/ share tips and approaches to allow you to feel safer giving and receiving touch. Cathy: [...]

By |2016-01-06T12:10:24+00:00November 8, 2012|Relationship Skills, Sex Geeks, Shame, Trauma|

Jealousy As A Signal That Needs Aren’t Being Met

Most of us avoid the topic of Jealousy, but when we face the feelings and learn new skills, we can transform our relationships and create new intimacy. Being jealous doesn't mean you're bad- it may just mean you have some needs that aren't being met. Join Cathy Vartuli from http://www.TheIntimacyDojo.com as she talks to sex and relationship expert Reid Mihalko from http://www.ReidAboutSex.com about creating more intimacy in your life. Cathy:  [...]

By |2016-01-04T06:07:28+00:00June 21, 2012|Relationship Skills, Shame|

My Partner Isn’t Interested In Sex Anymore

When your partner loses interest in sex, it can be frustrating and heart wrenching. Here are some tips to clearing the air and opening up discussions to allow more connection and more physical intimacy. Join Cathy Vartuli from http://www.TheIntimacyDojo.com as she talks to sex and relationship expert Reid Mihalko from http://www.ReidAboutSex.com about creating more intimacy in your life. Cathy:  Hi, everyone. This is Cathy Vartuli from http://TheIntimacyDojo.com, and we're here [...]

By |2016-01-06T09:19:22+00:00June 15, 2012|Relationship Skills, Shame|

Stories to Reduce Shame: Bawdy Storytelling

How can telling Dirty Stories reduce shame and bring you self-expression and a sense of freedom? Join Cathy Vartuli from http://www.TheIntimacyDojo.com as she interviews Dixie De La Tour from http://bawdystorytelling.com/ and some of the amazing story tellers, including Allison Moon from http://www.TalesOfThePack.com , Reid Mihalko from http://www.ReidAboutSex.com , FleurDeLis from http://fleurdelissf.com and others. Cathy: Hi, this is Cathy Vartuli from http://TheIntimacyDojo.com, and we're here today with Dixie De La Tour [...]

By |2016-01-07T09:42:58+00:00June 9, 2012|Shame|
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