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EPISODE · Jun 1, 2023 · 26 MIN

Erectile Disappointment

from GETSOME · host Michelle Fischler (Certified Sex Therapist)

Show notes: 00:07 90% of people with a penis who are between 35 and 55 have struggled to get an erection firm enough for intercourse 03:17 What is Erectile Self Efficacy? 03:40 Autonomous sexual erections aren’t realistic 04:42 The alternative to panicking and apologizing 04:52 The "Good Enough Sex" Model 05:26 It's almost always the man's choice to stop having sex 07:32 Where did we go wrong in having guys believe that sex is always supposed to be this one way? 07:53 Men have been lied to about their sexuality 08:21 Responsive male sexual desire 08:45 Men lie to each other about sex 08:51 Using medications as part of erectile self efficacy 09:14 Self-consciousness is the most anti-erotic thing you do 09:37 How to reduce performance anxiety 10:39 Grandfather of sex, Bill Masters 10:50 How do you know a man is cured of erectile dysfunction? 11:14 What to say when penetration isn't going to be part of the sexual experience 11:33 Good Enough Sex Model and Michael Metz 12:37 Working together as an erotic ally 13:44 Desire is not based on performance - desire is based on sharing pleasure 14:27 Orgasm is not the best measure of satisfaction 14:52 Waxing and Waning of erections exercise 16:44 Sex is more than penetration 16:48 What is sex? 17:13 Prostate cancer 18:46 How to know when you are ready for penetration? 19:34 Why do men fail with pro erection medications? 20:17 Pro-penis approach 20:48 Medical evaluation is very important 21:49 Don't assume that because you have a medical problem, like cancer, diabetes, or heart condition, that you cannot be sexual 22:15 Missionary style is not the best position in your 60's. 70's, and 80's 25:26 This show is produced by Katie Jensen at Vocal Fry Studios 25:32 Show ideas or questions? Email [email protected] and follow me on Instagram @getsome_podcast Disclaimer Help bring GETSOME to more people I’m in the Top Host competition, and I’d love your support. You can cast one free vote for me every 24 hours. The page also offers paid votes, but I’m only asking for the free one. Vote for Michelle Explore Michelle’s book, Coming Soon: The Unshaming Guide to Early Ejaculation and Lasting Longer: comingsoonbook.ca. Has GETSOME given you something to think about? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.

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Today, we're pulling back the curtain on erections with renowned clinical psychologist, Dr. Barry McCarthy, a diplomate in sex therapy and distinguished author of 14 books and over 100 scholarly articles on sexuality. Dr. McCarthy is here to tear down the walls of misconception surrounding erectile functioning. We'll be exploring the facts, debunking prevailing myths, and gaining a fresh and enlightening perspective on how to love your penis, or your partner's penis, through thick and foreskin.

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