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  • Let's Talk Choosing to Be A Virgin With Author Melanie L. Brown (Episode#84)

Let's Talk Choosing to Be A Virgin With Author Melanie L. Brown (Episode#84)

Saturday 3rd January 2026

Author Melanie L. Brown discusses choosing celibacy and shares insights on maintaining personal boundaries in this engaging podcast episode.
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M.A.Y.A: My Ambition Your Ambition
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Choosing Celibacy: Melanie L. Brown's Unique Journey

Episode Overview

  • Melanie L. Brown shares her journey of choosing celibacy for 42 years.
  • Her book offers guidance on setting boundaries and waiting for sex.
  • The episode discusses societal pressures and personal growth through abstinence.
  • Trends such as the sex recession and declining alcohol use are explored.
  • Challenges and misconceptions about dating while abstinent are addressed.
I wanted to be an example...if big sis can wait, you can wait.
What drives someone to choose a life of celibacy? In this engaging episode of M.A.Y.A: My Ambition Your Ambition, Maya Akai welcomes author Melanie L. Brown to discuss her remarkable decision to maintain her virginity for 42 years.
Melanie shares her journey, highlighting the emotional and mental growth she has experienced through her choice, and how her new book, "My Life Without Sex: A 40 Year Old Virgin Shares How to Set Boundaries to Wait for Sex," aims to inspire others to embrace similar paths. The conversation touches on societal pressures, personal boundaries, and the evolving trends in sexual behaviour.
With a blend of humour and sincerity, Melanie and Maya explore the importance of self-respect and the challenges of dating with such a unique perspective. This episode not only provides a refreshing take on abstinence but also delves into broader issues such as the decline in alcohol consumption among young adults and the rise of the so-called "sex recession." Whether you're curious about celibacy or seeking insights into maintaining personal boundaries, this episode offers valuable reflections on living authentically.
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