Sex is supposed to feel good… so why does it sometimes feel like pressure instead? In this episode, we open up one of the most common—but least talked about—experiences in intimacy: sexual anxiety. From overthinking your performance to fearing disappointment, we unpack the quiet mental loops that can turn connection into stress. You’ll hear how anxiety doesn’t just follow sexual struggles—it often creates them. And more importantly, why nothing is “wrong” with you if you’ve felt this way. We explore the hidden cycle that keeps anxiety alive, how past experiences and cultural messaging shape your sexual confidence, and why your nervous system might be trying to protect you—even when it feels like sabotage. his conversation isn’t about fixing you. It’s about helping you feel safe enough to actually be in your body again. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in your head instead of in the moment… this episode will change how you understand your experience—and what you can do about it.

Show Notes:

• See Our Episode: OM: The Missing Skill in Sexual Connection
• Esther Perel intimacy card deck
• Movie: Wanderlust, Mirror Pep Talk Scene

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