Moment: Why You Feel “Broken” in Bed (And How to Stop Hating Your Body)
In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD and Dr. Charmaine Borg discuss overcoming self-disgust, performance anxiety, and the role of intimacy in sexual wellbeing. They explore practical strategies to navigate negative self-perception and reveal how intimacy and connection can impact both pleasure and restful sleep.
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In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD sits down with Dr. Charmaine Borg to explore the complexities of self-disgust, performance anxiety, and intimacy in sexual relationships. Together, they discuss actionable strategies for overcoming negative self-perception, highlight the impact of intimacy on sleep quality, and share research-backed insights on sexual arousal and pain. Listeners will discover how shifting from judgment to playful exploration and connection can transform sexual wellbeing and overall intimacy.
00:00 - Self-disgust and mental contamination
04:09 - Sexual dysfunction and self-judgment
05:33 - Performance pressure in intimacy
07:19 - Sex as play, connection
09:57 - Sexual arousal, orgasm, and pain
12:36 - Orgasms, genital stimulation, and pain
13:12 - Sex, intimacy, and sleep quality
16:44 - Novelty, intimacy, and sleep
17:34 - Partnered vs solo masturbation
18:40 - Physical touch and restful sleep
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