Ep. 55: A Conversation About the Intersection of Body Image and Sex with Elle Chase

Elle Chase (she/her) is a certified sexologist known throughout the sexual health community for her respected voice as an influential thought leader, educator, and coach. Elle is the author of the highly regarded Curvy Girl Sex: 101 Body-Positive Positions to Empower Your Sex Life, and her writing has appeared in Teen Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and Huffington Post. As a sought-after expert and frequently quoted news source, her insights have appeared in international media and press, including The Today Show, Nightline, The New York Times, USA Today, The New York Post, and on podcasts and radio shows, including Sex with Emily, Savage Lovecast, and Loveline. Elle’s personal story of sexual self-discovery is chronicled in the documentary, “Inside Her Sex” by Sheona McDonald for Canadian Public Television. Elle is also known as the creator and curator of the critically acclaimed, multi-award-winning sensual images blog LadyCheeky.com (NSFW), which has been named “#1 Porn Site for Women” by Cosmopolitan and Huffington Post, and referenced, recommended, and lauded by the likes of Nightline, The New York Times, USA Today, Glamour, GQ, Redbook, Allure, Brides, and many more. Inspired by LadyCheeky.com’s success, Elle collaborated with SheVibe.com to create the #NSFW Totally Naughty Coloring Book, and the #NSFW Totally Curvy Coloring Book, featuring the sexy aesthetic that has made Lady Cheeky a hit. Elle lives in Los Angeles with her dog Hallerman where she coaches individuals, couples, and groups toward deeper intimacy, pleasurable sex, and a more empowered relationship with their bodies through a trauma-conversant, social/racial justice-informed, feminist, and intersectional lens.   Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Elle Chase to talk about her “satori”, the story behind LadyCheeky, and the drive and resistance towards casual sex. We also talk about body image and its effects on sexual exploration, how to replace our icky negative thoughts, and the necessary nuance in romance. Let’s delve in!   In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:10] A bit about Elle. [01:55] Elle’s awakening. [06:44] LadyCheeky. [11:06] The drive and resistance towards casual sex. [13:33] Romantic intent. [20:26] Body image and sexual exploration. [25:06] Replacing the icky thought. [27:09] Where to begin. [31:24] Elle’s words of wisdom.   Quotes: “We accept the people we think we deserve.” [08:56] “I don’t think you can be a woman, grow up femme, and not have some body image issue.” [21:08] “It’s incredibly powerful to see yourself reflected back erotically by yourself.” [26:37] “A lot of the guilt holds us back from accepting ourselves and, therefore, accepting pleasure.” [29:09] “You are not what you think you look like all the time.” [31:31]   Connect with Elle Chase Website:            www.ellechase.com. Instagram:          @theellechase. YouTube:           Elle Chase. Twitter:              @theellechase. Facebook:          theellechase. LinkedIn:            Elle Chase.   Connect with Rachel Wright Website:            https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram:          @thewright_rachel Twitter:              @thewrightrachel   Resources LadyCheeky (NSFW). Curvy Girl Sex: 101 Body-Positive Positions to Empower Your Sex Life.   Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20   WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK!   Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel   Get your Zumio Discount!   Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.