Ali O'Grady
Ali O'Grady
Ep. 4: Herpes & STIs
Ep. 4: Herpes & STIs
Ep. 4: Herpes & STIs
Wednesday 14th April 2021
Ali O'Grady and Jenelle from The STI Project discuss breaking the stigma around herpes and STIs through personal stories and open communication.
65 minutes
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Empowering
Compassionate
Thought-provoking
Supportive
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Ali O'Grady
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Categories:
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Recovery from Trauma
Stigma & Social Perspectives
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
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Get the buttons here!Herpes and STIs: A Candid Chat with Jenelle from The STI Project
The more stories that are told, the more that people talk about and share their experiences, the less easy it is to group an entire vast amount of people into one category of junk and crap and damaged and worst-case scenario kind of thing.
Ever felt the awkwardness of discussing STIs? Ali O'Grady’s 'Thoughtful Human' podcast takes on this sensitive topic with guest Jenelle, the founder and Executive Director of The STI Project. Jenelle shares her personal journey with herpes, transforming her experience into a powerful advocacy for STI awareness and education.
Their conversation covers how to check in with friends and partners diagnosed with an STI, the tricky dynamics of trust and disclosure in relationships, and the psychology behind our reactions to these conversations. They also delve into the importance of sharing STI stories to break down stigma. By the end of this episode, you'll have practical tips to support loved ones dealing with an STI diagnosis and a deeper understanding of how to approach these tough conversations.
Tune in for an enlightening and supportive discussion that promises to change the way you think about STIs.