Show notes
In this solo episode, Shaun shares a personal confession that kicks off a real conversation about coping, cravings, and the oddly human ways we try to take the edge off.He also gets into self-soothing, emotional patterns, and what it means to actually give yourself what you need instead of just grabbing the nearest distraction. There’s also listener Q&A on sex, flirting, and gym crush energy, plus a few side roads that make this episode feel equal parts advice column, voice note, and comedy detour.If you like your relationship advice with heart, humor, and a little chaos, this episode is for you.Timestamps:(00:26) Welcome and teaser(00:59) What’s giving me chi(04:24) My dirty little secret(12:25) Inner child needs(16:46) Term: hobosexual(19:44) Sons Versus New Love(20:40) Engaged update reality check(22:56) Reviews, voicemails, and break(24:27) Sex curiosity and gym flirting(32:04) Taboo hookup and housekeepingSend Shaun your questions at +1 (415) 494-9559 or email him at [email protected]. Voicemails and voicememos are preferred, but texts/emails are OK too.To submit a guest, please do so here: https://shaungalanos.com/podcast/If you’re listening on Spotify or watching on YouTube, please leave a comment. Shaun loves hearing from you. And leave a review wherever you listen.Links:He moved in after 8 days reelThe Feels — IRL singles events and mindful dating experiencesYes/No/Maybe worksheet for talking about sexShaun's love campConnect with Shaun:Retreats and latest offerings: https://bit.ly/m/thelovedriveRead my blog: https://shaungalanos.substack.comThe Love Drive Podcast: https://shaungalanos.com/podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelovedrive/More About Shaun: https://shaungalanos.com/about/Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/thelovedrive

