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In this episode we speak with Jamila Dawson, LMFT and August McLaughlin, authors of the new book With Pleasure: Managing Trauma Triggers for More Vibrant Sex and Relationships.

We cover the basics of what trauma is, the lifelong impact of trauma, how trauma disrupts our safety and social belonging, what triggers are (and are not!) and how we can all develop strategies to manage our triggers and trauma so we can live well, enjoy a vibrant sex life and deepen in all of our relationships.

For more resources enroll in the free Survivors Toolkit from PleasureMechanics.com

Resources Mentioned On This Episode:

• Free Survivors Toolkit from PleasureMechanics.com
• Get the book: With Pleasure: Managing Trauma Triggers for More Vibrant Sex and Relationships
• Jamila Dawson LMFT
• August McLaughlin

Speaking Of Sex Podcast Episodes

• Before Pleasure Comes Safety
• Slay Sexual Shame
• The Key To Pleasure & Connection
• Turning Towards Pleasure While Living With Pain & Illness
• Savoring: A Foundational Pleasure Practice

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What does it take to design the ultimate handjob machine? Can a device really deliver smooth satisfying strokes? How can we keep the Sex in SexTech? In this special episode of Speaking of Sex, we speak to Jens Petter Wilhelmsen, founder of the company behind The Handy, the world’s most innovative and satisfying stroking device.

In this episode we cover what it takes to design a pleasure tool that truly delivers effective stimulation, while accounting for the wide range of human bodies and desires. We focus in on the values of inclusion, versatility and adaptability as core design tenets behind The Handy’s success as a powerful pleasure machine.

Skeptical about a stroking robot? We were too, until we tried it. We were so impressed by the quality, versatility and effectiveness of this toy that we have named it our very first “Designed For Pleasure” Pleasure Mechanics seal of approval.

Have we stroked your interest in The Handy? Visit www.TheHandy.com and use code PLEASURE for $10 off your pleasure machine, which is fully backed by a guarantee so you can explore risk free.

This episode is sponsored by our friends at DipseaStories : Explore an audio library of immersive erotic soundscapes, explicit stories and more. Use code PLEASURE for an extended 30 day free trial!

Thanks to TheHandy and DipSeaStories for being part of #TeamPleasure and supporting our mission here at Pleasure Mechanics! Explore all of our partners in pleasure here.

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Sex toys and pleasure tools range from simple devices to elaborate machines, from mild to wild, from tools to assist in comfort and reduce pain to toys that create extraordinary sensations – the world of pleasure tools is boundless! In this episode we invite you to explore the wide world of pleasure tools, clear up myths about sex toys and invite you to explore the specific toys and tools that will work best for what you want to experience.

Find your next favorite sex toy or pleasure tool at SheVibe.com

Speaking Of Sex Podcast Episodes To Keep Exploring:

• Why You Masturbate They Way You Do – A History Lesson
• Kinky Masturbation
• The Pleasures Of Play
• Butt Plugs! Who, What, Where, When, Why and How!
• Nipple Stimulation & Nipple Toys
• Vibrator Nation Interview with Lynn Comella, Ph.D.

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Want a hotter sex life? Then keep it warm, so it is easier to get hot!

In this episode, we explore how to “warm up” to eroticism in your daily life, so you can experience more warmth and vitality, enjoy more pleasure and connection – and, when the time is right, get hot and experience yourself set aflame!

We cover warming up your erotic context, finding the solo warm up practices that work best for you, and how to warm one another up for each erotic encounter.

Ready to master the art of erotic touch and lavish your lover with pleasure? Click here to enroll in Erotic Touch Mastery, our two bestselling courses in one bundle!

New to the show? Enroll in our free online course and get started with our most powerful strategies right away.

Love the show? Explore how to dive deeper with us here

This episode is sponsored by our friends at Manscaped.com, who offer a delightful body groomer that ALL bodies can use to trim up, groom and care for their body hair down there. Explore their full line of grooming tools and use the code PLEASURE for 20% Off and Free Shipping at Manscaped.com. That’s 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com and use code PLEASURE. Big thanks to Manscaped.com for sponsoring this episode.

More Speaking Of Sex Podcast Episodes To Explore:

• Cultivate Your Erotic Context
• Feeling Myself – Discovering Erotic Interoception
• Before Pleasure Comes Safety
• Mindful Masturbation
• The Gender Galaxy

Here are some of the pleasure tools & toys we use and love. These partners in pleasure also help support our work here at Pleasure Mechanics, so let them know we sent you! Big thanks to our affiliates, sponsors and brand partners for being part of #TeamPleasure

Sex Toys & Pleasure Tools

• Explore SheVibe.com for a complete selection of high quality sex toys at the best prices and use the code SEXED10 for 10% off!
• Treat yourself to new kink toys from Agreeable Agony – our favorites include the beginner rope set, cute pourable pitchers of warm wax, and this beautiful customizable flogger! Use the code PLEASURE_MECHANICS for a 5% discount on your whole order!

Tools For Self Care

• Lorals offer sheer sexy protection for oral intimacy. Use the code PLEASURE_MECHANICS for 10% off your order
• JOYMODE combines 4 powerful ingredients to increase blood flow, sensation and stamina. Go to TryJoyMode.com and use the code MECHANICS for 20% off your order!
• Feeling dry or out of balance? Try Soaking Wet probiotic supplements & use the code PLEASURE for 20% off
• Have pain during intercourse? Check out the incredible tools from The Pelvic People – and get an exclusive discount with the code PLEASURE

Online Courses For Sexual Wellness

• Free Survivor’s Course from Dr. Holly Richmond