How does internalised shame affect gay men’s intimacy, libido and relationships?
In this episode, Eric Feltes, gay men’s life coach joins Friend of Dorothy founders Azamat and Oliver to explore the lasting impact of religious shame, performance anxiety and dating app burnout.
Eric shares his three-step method for dismantling shame:
Acknowledge it
Question the belief behind it
Practice compassionate curiosity
Topics include:
• Initiating intimacy without fear
• Managing mismatched libido
• Losing erections and performance pressure
• Body dysmorphia
• Bottom shame
• Dating for data
• Rebuilding confidence after app burnout
This conversation offers tools for gay men who want deeper connection, resilience and self-acceptance.
