Love Anarchy
Are you the person who knows there is more to dating, relationships and love than what is shared in the mainstream? This podcast is for people who want to delve deeper into love and relationships outside of the day to day cultural norms. Love Anarchy is for the person who is curious about the spiritual, sexual, and controversial topics that influence our perspective of how relationships and love unfold themselves in our lives. Andrea Atherton is a relationship coach, therapist and intuitive who is passionate about human connection and the authentic love experience. This weekly podcast will have guests who are experts or have personal experience in topics that will help you explore, challenge and deepen your understanding of love. Join the relationship rebellion.
Love Anarchy
Ep. 193 - The F-ing Truth About Sex
Welcome to another raw and real episode of Love Anarchy with your host, Andrea Atherton. Today, we’re stripping away the myths and pressure around sex with special guest Leighanna Nordstrom, a renowned sex therapist. We’re diving into the all-too-common struggle of performance anxiety—why so many people feel like sex is something to be judged on rather than enjoyed. When did intimacy turn into a test we feel we have to pass? And more importantly, how do we unlearn the societal conditioning that tells us that great sex is all about technique, perfection, and outcomes rather than connection and pleasure?
Leighanna breaks down why playfulness is key in the bedroom and how shifting our mindset from performance to curiosity can radically transform intimacy. We’ll explore the idea of sex as a pass-fail event—who decides what counts as a "pass," and why do we fear "failing?" Through humor, insight, and science, Leighanna shares practical ways to reduce anxiety, become more playful, and invite spontaneity into our sexual experiences. We’ll also touch on the four types of sex (optional discussion) and how understanding them can help us redefine pleasure beyond expectations.
So, how do we stop worrying about things "going right" and start embracing the messy, human, and deeply fulfilling experience of sex? Leighanna will guide us through ways to cultivate curiosity, adventure, and authentic connection with ourselves and our partners. Whether you’re looking to deepen your intimacy, release anxiety, or simply enjoy sex more, this conversation is packed with F-ing truths you won’t want to miss. Tune in for an honest, liberating, and laughter-filled discussion on what truly makes sex satisfying!
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