Jann Arden welcomes back friend of the show (and friend in real life), Cynthia Loyst, co-host of CTV's The Social, a renowned author and sex educator ahead of Valentine's Day! They discuss the importance of female friendships, attachment styles, the dynamics of relationships, the emerging trend of living apart, and how to prioritize pleasure and desire. Cynthia shares insights on navigating desire and burnout in long-term relationships, the pressures surrounding Valentine's Day, and the importance of understanding love languages in relationships.
More About Cynthia...
Jann Arden welcomes back friend of the show (and friend in real life), Cynthia Loyst, co-host of CTV's The Social, a renowned author and sex educator ahead of Valentine's Day! They discuss the importance of female friendships, attachment styles, the dynamics of relationships, the emerging trend of living apart, and how to prioritize pleasure and desire. Cynthia shares insights on navigating desire and burnout in long-term relationships, the pressures surrounding Valentine's Day, and the importance of understanding love languages in relationships.
More About Cynthia Loyst:
Cynthia Loyst is a National Bestselling Author, Producer, Television Host, and self-described “Professional Sensualist.” She is also the creator of FindYourPleasure.com, a popular online destination that celebrates decadence, indulgence and pure, unadulterated joy. Throughout her award-winning career, Cynthia has become one of Canada’s most recognized and respected TV personalities and producers. Co-hosting CTV’s most watched daytime talk show, The Social, Cynthia shares her fresh and genuine views to help people learn to appreciate life and all the pleasures it brings.
Cynthia also hosts a fan-favourite podcast with Josie Dye called Cynthia and Josie’s Unmentionables, where they discuss the delicious, messy and sexy topics that we all have questions about, but are afraid to ask. Cynthia is also a sought-after public speaker and relationship advice columnist. She has contributed to the likes of Elle Canada, Working Mother Magazine, and more.
Website:
www.findyourpleasure.com
www.cynthiaandjosie.com
Resources:
https://findyourpleasure.com/mapping-your-pleasure/
https://www.simonandschuster.ca/books/Come-As-You-Are-Revised-and-Updated/Emily-Nagoski/9781982165314
https://thework.com/2017/10/four-liberating-questions/
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Chapters
(00:00) Introduction to Cynthia Loyst
(02:24) The Importance of Female Friendships
(05:04) Understanding Attachment Styles
(10:06) Navigating Relationships and Personal Growth
(14:00) The Role of Timing in Relationships
(19:44) Living Apart Together: A New Relationship Model
(24:45) Exploring Pleasure and Self-Care
(28:44) Desire and Burnout in Long-Term Relationships
(30:54) The Impact of 'Heated Rivalry' on Canadian Culture
(32:51) Navigating Valentine's Day Pressures
(39:28) Personal Love Languages and Meaningful Gestures
(41:39) Rediscovering Intimacy and Longing in Relationships
(45:12) Managing Anxiety Around Valentine's Day Expectations
(45:58) Navigating Anxiety with Four Questions
(47:58) The Nature of Worry and Its Impact
(48:47) The Importance of Friendships in Relationships
(50:12) Understanding Low Sex Drive in Relationships
(53:05) Breaking Patterns from Parental Relationships
(55:00) Voice Notes and Listener Engagement
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