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from the boardroom to the bedroom.
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I’m Jess O’Reilly and I’m a sexologist. Born in Canada, I’m Chinese-Jamaican on my mom’s side and Irish on my dad’s. I have a PhD in human sexuality with a focus on teacher training in sexual health & relationship education. School-based education is my passion, so if you’re a teacher, parent or student in a public school, reach out, as I’d love to come volunteer in your classroom!
These days, I travel around the world — from Switzerland and India to London and LA to work with couples who want to invest in their relationships just as they invest in every other area of their lives — from health to wealth. And my workshops don’t just focus on sex, but intersect with all things related to communication, commitment, pleasure, joy, love and fulfilment.
At Happier Couples, we want to change the world — one relationship at a time — so we also write books, contribute to articles and share insights on TV with the goal of providing an evidence-based, practical and fun approach to sex and relationships.
This isn’t just about seduction. It’s your ultimate guide to erotic theory & sexual communication.
Packed with practical exercises, techniques, and creative ideas, this inclusive guide is a surefire way for folks of all genders to master the art of pleasure.
And that’s a wrap. 😮💨💛Many lessons learned. Will (potentially) share more soon after a weekend of rest.
…Edit: IG messed with the images. They were aligned in the preview, but cut off in the post.😑
Here’s to having all the support and love we need over the holidays. Shout out to my favourite aunties who are gonna message me now. Love you!🥰
Quick tips for happier holidays:
1. Butter them up. Genuine compliments create connection.
2. Gush with gratitude. The benefits of practicing gratitude extend from the boardroom to the bedroom.
3. Simmer to build desire. You’re not a light switch, so it’s hard to transition from stressful situations to erotic connection.
4. Laugh and have fun. Laughter is associated with attraction and satisfaction.
5. Make them feel special. Little gestures go a long way.
6. Keep it juicy. Always. 💦
Snaps from📍Singapore
One quick lesson from our couples’ and women’s retreats: Sex talk ≠ meaningful sex talk. We may talk about sex in jest, passing or performance, but it doesn’t mean we’re having meaningful conversations. (That’s a big part of why we host these retreats.) One woman reminded us that even though they often talk about sex, they don’t specifically discuss values, feelings, shame and desires. We may avoid these conversations out of fear, but sometimes we simply don’t have the tools and/or don’t make the time. A 1.5 day retreat may seem like a lot to ask from busy professionals, but we dedicate far more time to areas that we *claim* pale in comparison to relationships in terms of value. I’m so happy & humbled that these fabulous couples opted into investing in their most valuable assets — their relationships. I had a blast as always. 🙏🏼 🩵
Lesson from Mumbai: Give trust freely; don’t make them earn it. One happy couple in our evening session shared that the key to their succesful relationship is trust. They share a life together, but they also work, travel and socialize on their own trusting that love and commitment underpin their connection. Research suggests that people are healthier and happier in more trusting societies and individuals who are higher in trust are also happier. So...do you give trust freely or do you make them “earn” your trust?
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