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When you’ve experienced sexual trauma, being asked for permission can feel revolutionary. Yoga teacher and Meditation Muna host Jali Fernando talks about what it means to have agency over one’s body, and how to demand respect. With sex and relationships therapist Dr. Rica Cruz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sex isn’t just about the act itself. It’s about respect, about feelings, about negotiation. And these—along with consent—are things that children must be taught early on. Dr. Rica Cruz and Christina Pangilinan, an educator and mother of two, share how we can have that discussion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It happens in the bedroom to all of us: the mind is willing, but the body is weak. Minsan, masyado ka lang talagang pagod for sexy time! Let's differentiate sexual compliance and consent with wife and mother Crissy Aquino. She says talking about consent isn't baduy—it actually makes sex more exciting! With sex and relationships therapist Dr. Rica Cruz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is there something you want? Say it! Actress and activist Mae Paner offers advice to women in the bedroom, and talks about what she learned from rejection. Meanwhile, journalist Inday Espina-Varona shares her journey to discover her sexual orientation, and the code she lives by. With sex and relationships therapist Dr. Rica Cruz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Delaying your sexual debut doesn't mean you can no longer explore your sexuality. Beauty queen, army reservist, and modern Muslim woman Z Saldua proudly declares "Conservative Ako!" in this conversation with sex and relationships therapist Dr. Rica Cruz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Like many Filipinas, sex and relationships therapist Dr. Rica Cruz and fellow psychologist Kay Bunagan grew up in households where sex was a taboo topic. So how did they learn about sexual selves? Plus, a discussion about active decision making. What is it, and why is it so important in sexual situations?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Philippines' first sex podcast for women, by women is coming back for a second season! This June, we'll go even deeper into Filipinas' experiences in our conservative society, and how we can empower ourselves to live our best, sexy lives! Hosted by sex therapist Dr. Rica Cruz. A PumaPodcast production. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bitin ba ang Conservative Ako episodes about masturbation, oral sex, and having sex for the first time? In this special episode, licensed psychologist and sex and relationships therapist Rica Cruz tells us everything else we want to know about these topics!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During this COVID-19 quarantine, many couples are stuck with each other at home, 24/7. And it can take a toll on any relationship. In this special episode of Conservative Ako, sex and relationships therapist Rica Cruz gives some advice.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you put on a condom? Why should you use lube? And how do you know where the right hole is? Licensed psychologist and sex and relationships therapist Rica Cruz fields questions about first-time sex, and tells us that contrary to popular belief, having sex for the first time *doesn't* have to be painful.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Having sex for the first time is a milestone for many people. So how can you prepare for it? And how do you know if you're even ready for it? Our guests share their thoughts and experiences with licensed psychologist and sex and relationships therapist Rica Cruz.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can you give great blowjobs? And what techniques should your partner know so you can get eaten out in the BEST way? Listen for tips from licensed psychologist and sex and relationships therapist Rica Cruz and her guests. Of course, there are some women who don't like cunnilingus at all. Rica explains why. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.