Episode 154: Why Comparison is the Thief of Joy

Episode 154: Why Comparison is the Thief of Joy

In this episode, Kel from Expansive Connection discusses the pervasive issue of comparison, its roots in human evolution, and practical tools to manage it. The conversation explores how comparison impacts self-esteem, relationships, and the lifestyle, offering actionable strategies to foster self-acceptance and joy. Key Topics * The evolutionary roots of comparison and negativity bias * How comparison distorts self-image and relationships * Practical tools for managing comparison and envy * The importance of self-awareness and evidence-based self-love * Strategies for building confidence and connection Mentioned in this episode: Join the We Gotta Thing Community [https://community.wegottathing.com/?_gl=1*1liq59f*_ga*MzE4NTEyNzI5LjE3Nzc1NjEyOTA.*_ga_057Z6WWEJF*czE3Nzc1NjEyOTAkbzEkZzAkdDE3Nzc1NjEyOTAkajYwJGwwJGgw] Contact Mr Jones for a Community Promo Code [https://wegottathing.com/contact-the-joneses/] Expansive Connection Website [https://expansiveconnection.com]

Episode 153: Your Insecurity is Your Issue

We've talked about jealousy, we've talked about body image. We've discussed learning to flirt and being corageous in the lifestyle. But beneath the surface we all have insecurities about ourselves at the root of all these things! In this episode we share what we beleive are the causes of our insecurities, how they manifest themselves in our lifestlye journey and share tools to help overcome them to find freedom in being yourself and enjoying others! Mentioned in this episode: Luxe Music Studio- Playtime [https://open.spotify.com/album/4QNUbV0IQ6lF0OWJ3BDiYd?si=wxf0WUL7TZCH5QQlaQ3hZw] on Spotify (Music used with Permission) Contact us [https://wegottathing.com/contact-the-joneses/] for a promo code to try our WGT Community Visit our website [https://wegottathing.com/] Join our WGT Community [https://community.wegottathing.com/?_gl=1*1rw31tt*_ga*MTIwNDE2NTQwMy4xNzc2MTgxNjYx*_ga_057Z6WWEJF*czE3NzYxODE2NjAkbzEkZzAkdDE3NzYxODE2NjAkajYwJGwwJGgw] Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/wegottathing/] and 'X' [https://x.com/wegottathing] Here is some background on the four Luxe Music Studio songs previewed during this episode (with permission): "I Like to Share": We wanted a song that had an anthem-like chorus that we could imagine being played at lifestyle clubs, events and resorts. While the song focuses on a FFM experience, the theme stands on its own as a celebration of trust, non-jealousy and truly enjoying seeing your partner experience pleasure with others. I find it especially arousing, being bisexual, seeing a woman I find sexy and attractive having sexual fun with my husband. I sometimes like to direct the action so this song celebrates that aspect as well. "Dressed to Undress": We wrote this song to simply celebrate dressing up in sexy attire for the explicit purpose of taking it off during playtime experiences. We love that most of the clubs have themed nights where I can explore all types of sexy outfits for the sole purpose of feeling erotic and arousing others. We love the Halloween parties especially and still need to write a fun song about a swinger Halloween party. "Playtime": This is a track where we decided to scale back on the innuendos and get straight to the point: Celebrating pure, hedonistic, hardcore sex of all types. No romance, just chasing lust and pleasure without apology. The rhythm, speed, vibe and intensity of the track reinforces this theme. "Your Pleasure is Mine": A celebration of same room, full swap swinging. We really wanted to emphasize the point where a swinging couple with maturity, trust, and experience, can truly savor and enjoy the pleasure of watching your lover experience sex with another person while you do the same. A place where we think all swinging couples strive to be, one built on trust, open communication, honesty, clear boundaries, and respect.

Episode 152: Managing Anxiety in the Lifestyle

There are no shortage of lifestyle sitiuations that will cause us some anxiety! Visiting a club for the first time, going on a first date, being rejected by others, wondering if our partner will 'find someone better,' performance issue worries....and so on. What is actually going on in our brains when we feel anxious or depressed? How can we recognize what's really happening and deal with it in a healthy way? Meshai from Expansive Connection Coaching joins us as we help to address some of these very common concerns. Spoiler Alert: You are not alone in dealing with these feelings and emotions!

Episode 151: The Resort- A Gateway to Ethical Non-Monogamy

In this episode we review our trip to 'The Resort' which was first introduced by George in episode 137. The Resort is a new opportunity to step into ethical non-monogamy in a new format and market. This property is set on the cliffs of western Jamaica and is absolutely stunning! The views, the service, the food, the entertainment, the sensual vibe and of course the sexy people were all amazing! Spoiler alert: you won't be disappointed.... Mentioned in this episode: The Resort website [https://the-group.co/resort/] Music by Pornoson (used with permission) [https://open.spotify.com/album/5NhXtalm5RAs3VW9YrcvIz?si=n4HmF-S6QEejTSZt6s_GBg] Devious Dragonfly Events [https://deviousdragonfly.com/] The Free We Gotta Thing Info Hub [https://wegottathing.com/] Contact Mr Jones [https://wegottathing.com/contact-the-joneses/] for a WGT community promo code

Episode 150: Is the Lifestyle Addictive?

Can the lifestyle become an addiction? Well, it can if we don't recognize what's going on in our brains. In this episode with Catherine from Expansive Connection, we break down the key components at play including New Relationship Energy (NRE), Novelty, Desensation, the 'Pleasure Paradox' and how all of this shows up in our relationships. Of course we also discuss ways to recognize and respond when armed with this new knowledge! Discussed in this episode: Expansive Connection Coaching [https://www.expansiveconnection.com/enm] The Hidden Brain Podcast: The Paradox of Pleasure [https://open.spotify.com/episode/73hthu5wshqn3uVevKPU9C?si=aaY6DC8yTXufxgzihEc1wA&nd=1&dlsi=fe97d772d35b472e] The Hidden Brain Podcast: The Path to Enough [https://open.spotify.com/episode/6cdSq91URXn0SajHKH9olW?si=EeOT-WorQQuuWwb2rAaeHg&nd=1&dlsi=8353c1e4bc974746] Join the We Gotta Thing Community [https://community.wegottathing.com/?_gl=1*gff2yf*_ga*MTA0NDI2MjcuMTc3MjU1ODU1MA..*_ga_057Z6WWEJF*czE3NzI1NTg1NTAkbzEkZzAkdDE3NzI1NTg1NTAkajYwJGwwJGgw] Request a WGT Community promo code from Mr Jones [https://wegottathing.com/contact-the-joneses/]