Beyond the Shock: Rethinking Visibility in Kink and Sexual Wellness

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11/13/24 • 15 min

In this episode, we dive into the complexities of representation and visibility within the overall Kinky Wellness communities, especially in the age of TikTok and social media. While the fight for marginalized voices to be heard is crucial, we explore how not all visibility is good visibility.

I discuss the dangers of sensationalized narratives and the growing trend of pushing extreme, often self-sabotaging portrayals of kink as the "norm." From over-the-top performances to bizarre extremes, I ask the hard question: Is this really the message we want to send about kink and sexual wellness?

Join me as I challenge the narratives that dominate the conversation and advocate for a more inclusive, mature, healthy, and nuanced perspective on sexual exploration and identity that doesn’t rely on shock value.

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Stay Kinky! P.S. Click Here to Learn Your Kinky Wellness Basics. #visability #shocking #tiktok #sexualwellness #maturity #stoptheshock

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Fun fact about Jennifer is that she helped me take my very first cold water plunge! But today, she's here to dive into the hot topic of C-sections.

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About James Humecky:

James Humecky is an accomplished intimacy and relationship coach, Surrogate Partner, Somatic Pleasure Coach, and bodyworker with over 30 years of expertise in somatic practices, sex, relationship, and intimacy coaching. Specializing in sensation-based awareness and sensation play, James works with individuals and couples of all genders and orientations to foster deep connections and transformative experiences through conscious touch.

He integrates breathwork, movement, mindfulness, and touch to guide clients in rediscovering their sensual and sexual essence. As a pioneer in the field of sexual somatics, James is committed to helping people liberate their creative, sensual, and sexual potentials, cultivating a global revolution of authentic embodiment.

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