Pillow Talk and Dirty Talk | Ep. 269

About this episode

Ellen Holloway and Kathleen Chovanes discuss the importance of communication during sex and its impact on intimacy.

In this episode of Reclaiming Catholic Intimacy, Ellen Holloway and Kathleen Chovanes talk about talking during sex and how it helps you stay present and connected. They explain what kinds of words support the dignity of the act, why “dirty talk” can be harmful especially after purity culture, and how to approach pillow talk in a way that builds intimacy. ___________________________________ Did we mention a book on this week's episode? Click here for our recommended books! Reach out at ...

People in this episode

Host: Ellen Holloway

Guest: Kathleen Chovanes

Topics covered

• intimacy
• communication
• sexuality
• purity culture
• relationships

Keywords

• pillow talk
• dirty talk
• intimacy
• communication
• purity culture

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