Impotence is one of men’s greatest fears. But what if it didn’t have to be? What if it was the beginning of more pleasure and intimacy than you ever knew was possible?
Show notes
It’s common for men to feel attached to their virility and masculinity. During sex this often looks like wanting to staying hard or maintain an erection.
Every man I know has at some point been afraid of letting a partner down, or feeling like less of a man, because of not having or keeping an erection.
But what if I told you impotence could be the best thing that ever happened to you?
I know it seems hard to believe, even impossible, but today’s Man Alive podcast guest, Michael Russer, told me that if someone offered him a pill to fix his clinical impotence he wouldn’t take it! Michael and his partner Jacqueline Lopez are speakers and authors. They have one of the most inspiring relationships I’ve ever witnessed.
Michael has overcome more than most men will in a lifetime and he and Jacqueline have incredible wisdom to share as a result. This is a must listen for every man who thinks sexual pleasure and intimacy depends on an erection!
In our conversation we discussed…
- How being less phallus-centric opens up MORE pleasure and intimacy
- How a seemingly awful experience could be an amazing gift for you
- What’s possible in love and relationship when you become present and caring with each other
- A tool for navigating conflict, hurt and upset that allows for smoother resolution
- How Michael and Jacqueline create a thriving, passionate relationship
This is one of my favorite podcast conversations. I know how terrifying most men find impotence and erectile dysfunction. To see that this doesn’t have to be a death sentence, and in fact it can create more intimacy than you’ve ever had, makes me want every man to hear this and be free from dread and fear!
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Bio:
Michael Russer and Jacqueline Lopez are Life Partners who live a life filled with overflowing emotional and sexual intimacy not despite, but because of Michael’s full clinical impotence. They are professional speakers and authors who share their wisdom about the power of Presence in fostering deep intimacy and human connection in the face of any adversity. Michael’s TEDx talk on this topic is: Creating Extraordinary Intimacy in This Shut Down World.
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It is truly amazing what simple presence creates in life. The very experience of it is similar to epiphany. First time it ever happened to me that I can remember, I felt invisible. No me, no ego, just beingness, and no problems, just things to do, and surrounded by beautiful people to love.
Laughter and acceptance do that. As, also, presence creates laughter and acceptance.
Shana…
Where does Michael exist online? I saw his TedTalk, found your website with a search, but every one of Michael’s links to a website of his lead to a blank page.
Can you provide a viable link to him and his work?
Thanks,
Lila
Dear Michael and Jacqueline,
This might come as a surprise to you but I’ve been in the same boat as you.
I’m so glad I’ve found others out there to share my experience. Now I know I’m not alone in this could you put me in touch with others like me. Also can I download your podcasts. I’ve already tried but so far haven’t succeeded.
All the best Steve.