40 Plus: Gay Men. Gay Talk.17 Jan 2025

312: Sex, Shame, Boundaries, Tech, and Porn for the Gay Man. – Brandon Simpson

Some of the deepest challenges we face as gay men, is letting go of shame around virtually everything we do. From sex and relationships, to body image and the overt need to prove ourselves in our careers. Today, along with my guest, Brandon Simpson, we cover a wide variety of topics to help you bring more joy into your life as a gay or bisexual man without letting today’s world, steal your confidence to be you. This week, we’re breaking down:

Shame: How to release the weight of societal judgments and embrace your authentic self.
Boundaries: Why setting them is self-care, not selfish.
The Tech Effect: How apps and screens have changed the way we connect—and how to find real intimacy in a digital age.
The Bright Side of Sex & Porn: Let’s talk about pleasure, exploration, and how to embrace the positive role they can play in our lives.

Through this honest conversations we hope you find wayst to build confidence, foster connection, and live unapologetically in the world. About Brandon

Brandon Simpson is an Associate Therapist in Southern California. Throughout Brandon’s career, he has made it his mission to create safe spaces for LGBTQ people to be their most authentic self, without the pressure of the work around them.

Brandon is trained through the International Institute for Trauma & Addiction Professionals to help individuals and couples affected by sex and porn addiction. Brandon chose to become a therapist to create nonjudgmental spaces for open dialogue where people can pave the way for personal growth and healing.

Connect With Brandon Website Instagram Hey Guys, Check This Out! Are you a guy who keeps struggling to do that thing? You know the thing you keep telling yourself and others you’re going to do, but never do? Then it’s time to get real and figure out why. Join the 40 Plus: Gay Men Gay Talk, monthly chats. They happen the third Monday of each month at 5:00 pm Pacific - Learn More! Also, join our Facebook Community - 40 Plus: Gay Men, Gay Talk Community Break free of fears. Make bold moves. Live life without apologies

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