About this episode

The episode explores non-sexual factors that can spark attraction and connection, emphasizing emotional vulnerability and acts of service.

Turns out the sexiest things aren't always sexual. In this episode of Come Curious, we're diving into the unexpected, surprising, and sometimes downright bizarre things that make people feel attracted, connected, and turned on. From fresh bed sheets and gardening to emotional vulnerability and conflict resolution, we're exploring the green flags, personality traits, and everyday moments that can spark desire in ways we never expected. We discuss: Why emotional vulnerability can be incredibly attractive The appeal of emotional regulation and healthy communication Acts of service and why chores can become foreplay Competence, confidence and professional attraction Eye contact, direct communication and feeling desired Nature, scent, fresh sheets and creating an erotic atmosphere Listener submissions about accents, singing, oral fixations and more We also share some personal life updates, including navigating parenthood, balancing work and childcare, and our recent visit to Parliament to discuss the shadow-banning and deplatforming of sx workers, educators and LGBTQ+ creators on social media platforms. Because attraction isn't always about bodies or sex. Sometimes it's about feeling…

People in this episode

Hosts: Florence Bark, Reed

Topics covered

• attraction
• emotional vulnerability
• acts of service
• communication
• confidence
• personal updates

Keywords

• attraction
• emotional vulnerability
• acts of service
• confidence
• communication
• green flags
• personal updates

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Patreon, Parliament, LGBTQ+, sx workers

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