84. We Need to Stop Sexualizing Same Sex Relationships + Why Taking Care of Our Bodies Is More Important Now Than Ever

<p dir="ltr">We have shared on the podcast how important sex is in a relationship for intimacy and connection, but it is certainly not the one thing that defines a couple, especially not a same sex couple. In this episode, we’re digging into how same sex relationships have been oversexualized and how we can reframe our perceptions of same sex couples. Plus, we’re sharing our best tips for avoiding the seasonal illnesses going around, and all the fun events coming up at Hilliard Studio Method, which you can get more details about on <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/hilliardstudiomethod/">Instagram</a>!</p> <p dir="ltr">Leave us a voice memo at <a href= "https://speakpipe.com/BePowerful">https://Speakpipe.com/BePowerful</a>! Send us a question to answer on the show, something that resonated with you from an episode, whatever you’d like! We can’t wait to hear from you!</p> <p dir="ltr">Treat yourself to the gift of glow this month! Get a beautiful tan right in the comfort of your home with Holly from <a href="https://noshadespraytanning.com/">No Shade Spray Tanning</a> in Charlotte! Use code “NOSHADE” on their website to get $10 off your next session!</p> <p dir="ltr">Sakara offers sleek and science-backed nutrition products that will help you feel your best and hit all your wellness goals! Get 20% off at <a href= "https://www.sakara.com/">Sakara</a> with promo code “XOLIZHSM”</p> <p dir="ltr">Some key takeaways from this episode include:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">If you’ve been getting hit back to back with the flu, cold, or cough this season, check in with yourself. Are you eating well, moving your body, and managing your stress? Your mind and body are connected, so make sure you take care of yourself.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">There is still very much a social norm of focusing on the sexual aspects of same-sex relationships. We’re raised to think this way, but it’s still inappropriate and something we should bring our