5 Things Everyone Can Learn From Kink

What insights can kink offer about communication, intimacy, and enhancing our sexual experiences? 🌟 Kink often carries misconceptions as being extreme or niche, yet it offers valuable lessons in communication, consent, curiosity, trust, and play that can enrich everyone's intimate lives, regardless of one's level of kinkiness.

Join Certified Sex Therapist Claire Perelman as she unveils five significant lessons that kink can impart for building healthier, more connected, and fulfilling sexual relationships.

This lecture blends sex therapy, psychology, and real-world relationship dynamics as Claire debunks common myths about kink while demonstrating how discussions around desire, boundaries, pleasure, and vulnerability can enhance intimacy both in and out of the bedroom. ❤️

🚨 Important Note: This lecture includes candid and explicit discussions about sex and intimacy. Recommended for adults 18+.

What to Expect:

• 7:00-7:35 --> Arrival & Chats
• 7:35-8:20 --> Lecture
• 8:20-9:00 --> Q&A and Further Discussions

Who's Invited?

Everyone interested in learning, meeting new people, and enjoying exciting activities on weeknights! Many attendees came solo to our last event, so feel free to join — you'll meet some amazing individuals!

Parking?

No parking on-site; we recommend street parking or public transport.

Age Restrictions?

Not required to be 21+ to attend! 🎉 However, if you're purchasing alcohol, you must be 21+ and show valid ID.

Media Recording

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🍸 Alcohol & Safety: Alcohol may be available for purchase according to California law; however, Big Brain isn't liable for alcohol service or overconsumption. Attending the event means you assume all associated risks.

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