577 - Should You Push Through the “Ick”?

577 - Should You Push Through the “Ick”?

From Multiamory: Rethinking Modern Relationships by Multiamory | Pleasure Podcasts

April 28, 2026 · 1h 2m · Season 1 · Episode 577

About this episode

This episode explores the phenomenon of feeling the 'Ick' in relationships and offers insights on how to navigate it.

Have you ever felt the "Ick"? Maybe you were in the beginning stages of a relationship and still evaluating if you're attracted to someone, getting to know them, and maybe, just maybe, one day you feel the Ick. Or maybe this is common for you; you get turned off by someone early on in a relationship and it's starting to feel like your standards are too high or like you can't find anyone you're into. This episode, we're diving into the scientific reasons we sometimes feel the Ick, sharing some personal stories, and how to work with your Ick response in an actionable way. Join our amazing community of listeners at multiamory.supercast.com. We offer sliding scale subscriptions so everyone can also get access to ad-free episodes, group video discussions, and our amazing Discord community.Get 10% off sexual health supplements at vb.health with promo code MULTI.,Quality lube is essential for good sexual experiences. Try our absolute favorite, Uberlube and get 10% off plus free shipping with promo code MULTIAMORYWhatever you want to learn, MasterClass has something for you, taught by experts in their fields. Support the show and get an exclusive 15% offer at…

People in this episode

Host: Multiamory

Topics covered

  • relationships
  • attraction
  • personal stories
  • psychology
  • self-reflection

Keywords

  • Ick
  • relationships
  • attraction
  • standards
  • psychological response

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