Pleasure Mechanics

The Myths and Magic of Masturbation

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Join us for a rousing and stimulating conversation about the magic and myths of masturbation! For this episode we are in conversation with psychologist and professor Dr. Candice Nicole Hargons and Danielle Bezalel, host of the podcast SexEdWithDb to talk about The Magic Wand Study. This study confirms what many of us know deep in our bodies – that masturbation is a vital part of wellness and self care. The documented benefits range from improved sleep to decreased pain, more confidence and less anxiety, and even deeper connection with romantic partners and increased performance at work – all with no negative side effects! Tune in for a passionate conversation about what the Magic Wand Study revealed about the benefits of solo play and be inspired to take your pleasure into your own hands!

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Your Sexy Staycation

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Many people report having the best sexual experiences while on vacation – but you don’t have to wait for an expensive vacation to enjoy all the benefits of Vacation Sex! In this episode, we unpack the essential elements of VacationSex and propose a plan to bring the pleasures home by planning more sexy staycations! From a long afternoon while the kids are at school to a whole weekend exploring new pleasures, you can choose to dedicate more time and space to enjoying mini staycations, and this podcast episode shows you how.

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Primal Play

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Primal play is a realm many of us crave, but rarely talk about. What does it mean to “go primal” or “become primal” or “play primal” like so many of us say we want? What do we really crave when we talk about primal play? In this episode, we dive into the wild realm of primal erotic expression and share strategies for giving ourselves permission to get more free.

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Taboo And You

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What is Taboo to You? Where do Taboos come from and how do they function in your erotic imagination?

Even the word “taboo” has a fascinating cultural history to explore!

Join us on this free podcast episode to explore the thrills of transgressing taboos, discovering what happens when we speak the unspeakable, find connection rather than shame, demystify and remystify the erotic, and perhaps even restore sacred respect to what has been blasphemed.

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Taboo & You was also a topic for our 12th Pleasure Salon, held at Unicorn Bar in Kingston NY! Here are some quotes we pondered as we tackled this conversation as a community! Live nearby or want to travel to spend time with us? Check out our Pleasure Mechanics Events page for all upcoming Pleasure Salons, kink workshops & erotic immersions!

taboo(adj.) also tabu”consecrated, inviolable, forbidden, unclean or cursed; prohibited to a certain class,” explained in some English sources as being from Tongan ta-bu “sacred,” from ta “mark” + bu “especially.” ~ Etymonline

The type of fig leaf which each culture employs to cover its social taboos offers a twofold description of its morality. It reveals that certain unacknowledged behavior exists and it suggests the form that such behavior takes. ~Freda Adler

The trickster’s function is to break taboos, create mischief, stir things up. In the end, the trickster gives people what they really want, some sort of freedom. ~ Tom Robbins

Service Topping

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Service Topping is a verb – one we can ALL flex as a way to pleasure and lavish the people we care about! Service Topping is all about giving FOR the pleasure of the recipient, focusing all of the attention and intention on the needs, wants and desires of the recipient. Service Topping can include many acts – from massage to penetration, from foot massage to community organizing – and we can ALL choose to orient more of our attention and care towards the benefits of others, in an out of the bedroom!

Join us for the free podcast episode to explore Service Topping, and how we can all activate our ability to give more deeply – while also asking to receive acts of Service Topping to meet our OWN needs, wants and desires! Circle of Care, Activate!

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