Embodying Desire: Liberating Authentic Sexual Expression with Veronica Dress

We're talking about sex on the How to Relate Podcast! Brittani is with sex educator and coach Veronica Dress. We'll explore the complexities of sex, sexuality, and intimacy. Veronica shares her personal journey from an upbringing in a strict Irish Catholic environment to her current career in sex education and coaching. We'll discuss the role of play and creativity in sexual relationships, and the importance of creating safe, curious spaces to explore one's sexuality. Veronica emphasizes the transformative power of understanding and defining one's sexuality through a more holistic lens, which includes sensuality, intimacy, sexual health, and pleasure.

00:28 Discussing Sex and Sexuality

01:16 Veronica's Journey into Sex Education

05:26 Challenges and Realizations

07:06 Planned Parenthood and Peer Education

13:31 Current State of Sex Education

24:34 Defining Sexuality and Intimacy

36:51 Exploring the Elusive Nature of Erotic Experiences

38:12 The Intersection of Tarot and Sexuality

39:52 The Role of Play in Sexual Education

40:45 Challenging Purity Culture and Rigid Scripts

42:14 The Oldest Profession and Human Sexuality

43:40 Intentionality and Creative Control in Sex

47:00 The Power of Rehearsal and Playfulness

51:58 Intimacy Coaching and Boundaries in Theater

53:08 Creating Collaborative Spaces for Intimacy

57:59 The Importance of Rituals in Transitioning

01:01:37 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Workshops

Not Your Crumpled Flower

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  • Replacing shame with pleasure-centered, accurate sex ed
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • Identifying personal sexual values
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • Building confidence in expressing boundaries + desires (in any setting!)
  
  
  
  

Open to all—This is a welcoming space for adults of all genders + sexualities navigating this unique healing journey. Whether clients are deconstructing, staying connected to faith, or somewhere in between. ⁠https://www.dressrehearsal.space/not-your-crumpled-flower⁠

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