Episode 4: Paula leech
04/07/2024
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Join Ailey Jolie and Paula Leech for the fourth episode of "In This Body." In this episode, Ailey and Paula speak to the crucial role embodiment plays in the expression of healthy sexuality. Paula shares the early influences of her work and what led her to become a sex therapist and relationship counselor. Together, they delve into topics such as the impact of culture on sexuality, the manifestation of intergenerational sexual trauma, the significance of vulnerability in sexual dynamics, the role of intimacy and trust in overcoming sexual anxiety, and the importance of viewing sex as a form of play and expression. Paula introduces her embodiment model, Sensate Focus, as a therapeutic technique to enhance body connection and sexual experiences. This episode is as engaging as it is educational. We hope you enjoy it.
About In This Body: Conversations with leading experts about the importance of embodiment in living an authentic life. In This Body asks the important questions: How does connecting to your body change your life? How will connecting to your body allow you to love better and live more authentically? And how does connecting to your body change the trajectory of our shared world?
In this episode:
00:00 Introduction to 'In This Body' Podcast
01:04 Meet Paula Leach: An Expert in Sex Therapy
03:18 Paula's Personal Journey into Therapy
06:23 Intergenerational Sexual Trauma
13:31 Growing Up in a Sex-Positive Household
17:00 Cultural Impact on Sexuality
20:02 The Concept of Sexual Performance
25:51 Sensate Focus and Mindful Embodiment
29:51 Understanding Initiation in Relationships
30:48 The Role of Body Image and Trauma
31:47 Quick Fix Culture and Sexuality
33:23 The Depth of Sex Therapy
36:38 Physiology and Sexual Functions
39:52 Sexuality as a Healing Process
41:57 Exploring Sexual Anxiety
43:56 Sources of Sexual Anxiety
46:02 Anxiety's Impact on Sexuality
48:22 Consent and Power Dynamics in Sex
51:13 Sexuality as Play and Exploration
55:47 Intimacy Challenges and Authenticity
57:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts