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How Men Herpe
Courtney shares some male perspectives on how they manage life with herpes.
Something Positive for Positive People Podcast Episode 143
We answer some listener questions about men and HSV. Some men wrote in and asked some questions and I answer those as well. We discuss masculinity and how we deal with a herpes diagnosis differently than those in touch with their femininity, disclosure leading to 'me too,' who has more outbreaks between penis and vulva owners, and the importance of communication as a herpes diagnosis changes the way we do sex. I hope you enjoy this episode and if you found it useful. Please consider leaving a donation to SPFPP so that we can pay for people's therapy services and provide support for them after their diagnosis.
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Intimate care, such as a fresh wash and pleasant smelling breath, seems so normal. But not for everyone, as the stories of swingers show.
When it comes to publicly disclosing one's herpes diagnosis, we may seek a sense of liberation, but that comes from feeling empowered to inform ourselves in the first place.
The way someone perceives another's level of confidence depends on whether they are in alignment with our authenticity, as Courtney and his guest Brenda discuss in this episode about surviving HIV.
Even in the sex-positive community, it's still important to be mindful about those with whom you share your herpes status. You can't always know someone's intent.
