9) Unmasking Sexuality and Breaking Down Cultural Barriers (Part 1)

09/27/23 • 27 min

Welcome to a special two-part episode on sexuality and relationships, where the tables have turned, and I'm the one in the hot seat! I'm thrilled to be interviewed on my show by the incredible Nadia Hughes, a fellow podcaster and the director of Unfair Advantage Accounting.
Nadia wears many hats, from offering outsourced CFO services to being a licensed Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA). She has also earned certification as a Divorce Financial Analyst, assisting couples in navigating complex financial challenges.
In this episode, Nadia and I dive deep into fascinating topics like the impact of culture on sexuality, differences in gender perceptions and communication, one-night stands, the intriguing connection between pain and pleasure, and more. Take advantage of this insightful conversation, and stay tuned for part 2, where we'll uncover even more juicy discussions!
You will also learn the following:
⚉ My story from a conservative background to a career in sex therapy
⚉ The role of a relationship specialist in couples and sex therapy
⚉ Understanding the mind-body connection in psychosexual therapy
⚉ How discussions about sex influence relationships
⚉ The significance of a word: Analysing the sex taboo
⚉ Examining diverse norms and behaviours in sexuality across cultures
⚉ Exploring one-night stands and the swinging phenomenon
Connect with Nadia:
🔗 Website - https://unfairadvantageproject.com/
🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadia-hughes-b042413a
Connect with Alyona:
🔗 Website - https://www.alyonacerfontyne.com.au/
🔗 Instagram - @alyonacerfontyne
🔗 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/alyona.cerfontyne/
🔗 Aly’s Place - https://www.alysplace.com.au/

Do you have an idea for our next podcast or want to ask our experts a question about real relationships? We would love to hear from you! Please email Alyona at [email protected], and don't forget we also have a Facebook community, Real Relationships.

Previous Episode

8) Tangled Emotions & Untangling Relationships: Kellie Walsh on Couples Counselling and More

I'm thrilled to introduce this episode's guest, Kellie Walsh, who's not a newcomer to the therapeutic field but is relatively new to couples counselling.
Kellie, a valued team member at Aly's Place, has a fascinating background, from riding off-road motorbikes to a stint in live radio. She shares her journey from Washington, D.C., to regional Victoria and her passion for helping people find the root causes of their challenges, especially in areas like depression, grief, and difficult life transitions.
Listen to this enlightening conversation with Kellie as we delve into her expertise in couples relationships, substance use, anxiety, and more.
You will also learn the following:
⚉ Kellie's journey from social science to hairdressing and its impact on her counselling practice
⚉ Exploring the connection between hairdressing and counselling
⚉ Navigating the transition from individual to couples counselling
⚉ Motivation for choosing couples counselling, its impact on relationships, and its role in addressing addiction
⚉ The fulfilling and challenging aspects of being a couples counsellor
⚉ Memorable moments in couples counselling
⚉ Team dynamics and surprising aspects of couples counselling practice
⚉ Tips for those entering the couples counselling field
Connect with Kellie:
⚉ Website - https://www.alysplace.com.au/
Connect with Alyona:
⚉ Website - https://www.alyonacerfontyne.com.au/
⚉ Instagram - @alyonacerfontyne
⚉ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/alyona.cerfontyne/
⚉ Aly’s Place - https://www.alysplace.com.au/

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10) Unmasking Sexuality and Breaking Down Cultural Barriers (Part 2)

Welcome back to Part 2 of our captivating two-part episode on sexuality and relationships! In Part 1, Nadia Hughes and I embarked on a thought-provoking journey, exploring topics such as the impact of culture on sexuality, gender perceptions, one-night stands, and the intriguing connection between pain and pleasure.
If you haven't already, check out Part 1 to fully appreciate the value-packed insights we shared.
In this exciting continuation, we delve even more deeply, touching on diversity in relationships, boundaries, and understanding infidelity. This episode promises to be just as enlightening and eye-opening as the first, so get ready for another value-packed episode that will broaden your understanding of the complex tapestry of human connection and intimacy.
You will also learn the following:
⚉ Intercultural fascination in relationship dynamics
⚉ Debunking myths about same-sex couples and their sex lives
⚉ Managing boundaries in conversations about sex
⚉ Sexual leverage in relationship power dynamics
⚉ Long-term relationship dynamics
⚉ Balancing sex and money in relationships
⚉ Navigating differences in sexual desires
⚉ Understanding infidelity: Definitions, pain, and coping
Connect with Nadia:
⚉ Website - https://unfairadvantageproject.com/
⚉ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadia-hughes-b042413a
Connect with Alyona:
⚉ Website - https://www.alyonacerfontyne.com.au/
⚉ Instagram - @alyonacerfontyne
⚉ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/alyona.cerfontyne/
⚉ Aly’s Place - https://www.alysplace.com.au/