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Did you know there’s such a thing as Day Zero on a reality television shoot? Neither did we — until Celeste and I lived it. And let me tell you, Day Zero might be a “0” on the schedule, but it sure didn’t feel like one. It was, without a doubt, one of the longest…
Once the island was officially a go, the next big question was: how on earth do we prepare for three weeks on a tropical island… on television? Cue the dramatic music. The prep phase, while full of excitement, also came with a fair amount of “what are we even doing?” energy. There were so many…
You know those moments when the universe seems to wink at you? This is one of those stories. It all started on June 24th, 2022. We got an email with the subject line: “TV Documentary on the intimacy crisis facing young people.” Naturally, we were intrigued. The email was from Alex, a producer working with…
In the latest episode of Virgin Island, we dive into a crucial aspect of human connection: body image and its profound impact on intimacy and sexual relationships. Body image isn’t just about how we see ourselves in the mirror; it’s about how we feel in our own skin. It plays a pivotal role in how…
There’s something deeply raw and beautiful about witnessing someone stand at the edge of their comfort zone — uncertain but willing. That’s exactly what we saw unfold in episode 3 of Virgin Island. It wasn’t just about flirting, first kisses, or cheeky challenges. It was about courage, vulnerability, and the quiet, powerful journey of building…
Why do so many of us feel disconnected from desire, even when we deeply crave connection? In Episode 1 of the Virgin Island show on Channel 4, we took an exciting first step toward understanding desire. As each member of the group began to explore showing desire and uncovering their fantasies, blocks to desire started…
Think you know what happens in a sex and relationship coaching session? Think again! Some of the most prevalent assumptions — like “it’s only for couples in crisis,” or “you’ll be asked to do something embarrassing” — are flat-out wrong. After 15 years as a sex and relationship coach, I’ve heard it all: the hesitations,…
I have seen so many couples get caught up in a relationship vortex.
A relationship vortex happens when your and your partner’s deepest emotional wounds are triggered simultaneously. This leads to a cycle of habitual and protective behaviors that undermine your connection and intimacy.
Unfortunately, this is a very common relationship dynamic – but it’s nothing you can’t tackle together! It’s entirely possible to unwind the vortex and even reverse it, ending up in a place of deep trust and intimacy. Wanna learn how? Read on.
Our most intimate relationship is with our body. We move, talk, breathe, bathe, dress up, hug, make love – and we have our bodies to thank for all of these beautiful experiences and connections. Sadly, our society has declared a war on our bodies, and we get messages all around us that – unless we…
Many couples have a good relationship foundation, and even attraction to and desire for one another. But they have noticed that sex has become routine. So – how do you keep sex in long term relationships alive and interesting? Keeping It Engaging and Fun We have this mistaken belief in our society that great sex is just…
There are so many, much-hyped causes of low sex drive in women. Hormone imbalances. Stress. Relationship issues. Sexual dysfunction and health issues. Lack of sleep. But what about social norms, body image, and messaging? Is it possible that the cultural messages around sex and body image you’ve been receiving since childhood are the true root…
According to the CDC’s 2023 National Health Statistics Report, 40.5% of female teenagers and 38.7% of male teenagers lose their virginity by age 19. This presents a 5 – 7% drop compared to roughly two decades earlier. So is there a trend to stay a virgin longer? Maybe even until the age of 40 or…
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