This Episode Originally Aired - June 7, 2023In this episode, Rachel Hollis explores sexual intimacy and communication with Sex Therapist Emily Morse, delving deep into the nuances of desires, relationships, and self-discovery. They shed light on the ongoing evolution of sexual preferences, the significance of fighting societal and self-imposed shame, and the benefits of being present during intimate moments.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Introduction to Sexual Exploration01:18 Guest's Journey into Sex Education01:41 Personal Struggles and Discoveries03:54 The Impact of Grief on the Guest07:27 Returning to the Topic of Sex12:34 Understanding Sexual Myths and Realities15:37 The Importance of Pleasure and Intimacy19:20 Challenges of Maintaining Sexual Desire26:06 Holistic Approach to Sexual Health33:10 The Importance of Communication in Sexual Relationships33:21 Exploring Memorable Sexual Experiences34:18 The Three T's of Communication35:39 Addressing Shame and Trauma in Sexuality37:27 Navigating Sexual Conversations and Triggers37:57 Dealing with Jealousy and Sexual History39:02 The Secret to Great Sex: Communication and Connection42:33 Understanding Dissociation During Sex46:27 The Role of Casual Sex and Being Present48:59 Rediscovering Sexuality After Divorce51:29 The Importance of Self-Discovery and Self-Love01:06:28 The Value of Being Single and Self-Growth01:07:32 Introducing the Book: Smart SexHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices.