89. Productivity vs pleasure – how to make space for pleasure in burn-out culture
Yes, please...23 Heinä 2024

89. Productivity vs pleasure – how to make space for pleasure in burn-out culture

Why do we prioritize productivity over pleasure, and how can we shift our mindset to embrace both?

In this episode, my goal is to encourage you to view sexuality as a vital part of your life and to rethink what it means to be productive. Nowadays, we have technology that helps us manage our daily tasks and free up time. How do you use that extra time? Self-care, particularly sexual self-care, is crucial as it significantly influences your relational well-being and romantic relationships. Let's delve into how you perceive productivity and its impact on your overall well-being, especially your sexual well-being. I hope this episode has inspired you to rethink your relationship with productivity and pleasure.

In this episode:

  1. The conflict between productivity and pleasure in our sexual lives.
  2. The societal pressures and beliefs that make us prioritize productivity over self-pleasure and intimacy.
  3. My personal experiences and observations from my clients and course participants.
  4. The impact of hustle culture and the paradox of modern life’s technological conveniences.
  5. The importance of reframing sex and pleasure as productive activities.
  6. Deconditioning the mindset that always equates self-worth with productivity.
  7. Practical strategies to integrate pleasure and self-care into daily life.
  8. The role of balance in maintaining a healthy, fulfilling life and sexuality.
  9. Addressing the fears and perfectionism that hinder our ability to enjoy pleasure.
  10. Journal prompts to help listeners reflect on their relationship with productivity and pleasure.



Let’s connect!

Come join me and like-minded women in my FREE women-only, sex-positive community – Pleasure Rebels Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/plsrebels

Follow and reach out on IG: https://www.instagram.com/erikaalsborn

Links and resources:

Honey pot link: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/602aaf6ff6b5473d9134edfc

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