Porn, AI Sex, Escapism, and Erotic Numbness

We need to talk about the shadow side of sex — the ways it’s used not as a form of connection, but as a distraction, a manipulation tool, or an emotional numbing device. In this episode, we dive deep into the behaviours that look like sexual liberation on the surface, but underneath are often rooted in avoidance, shame, trauma, and unmet emotional needs.From compulsive porn use and casual sex that leaves you emptier than before, to the rise of AI-generated porn, deepfakes, and chatbots that replace real connection with fantasy control — we unpack the psychological, relational, and neurological costs of sex without safety, embodiment, or intimacy.You’ll also hear how sex can be used to self-soothe, gain power, or maintain connection in toxic dynamics — and why it matters to bring awareness, choice, and emotional depth back into the way we relate to our own desire.To work with or contact Eliza:https://linktr.ee/elizajoytherapeuticcoaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.