Good Life Project How to Bring More Pleasure into Life (and Sex) | Emily Nagoski
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Feb 1, 2024 
Sex educator Emily Nagoski reveals how to sustain passionate intimacy. She explains why pleasure trumps desire and how stress impacts connection. Emily offers practical steps to invite more pleasure into relationships. Her insights on nourishing intimacy through pleasure can enrich partnerships when we center what truly matters.
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Sex Meets Deeper Relationship Needs
- Sex often fulfills needs beyond orgasm: connection, shared pleasure, feeling desired, and freedom.
- These needs vary over time and can be met in multiple ways, not just through sex.
Have The "Conversation About Conversation"
- Start a conversation about sex by discussing how to have the conversation itself.
- Address fears, hopes, and create a holding environment before diving into intimate topics.
Create Comfortable Sexual Vocabulary
- Build a sexual vocabulary list together by identifying words you like and dislike.
- Practice saying preferred words to reduce shame and increase comfort for future talks.