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Why Gay Men Struggle with “No”: Rejection, Control & the Path Back to Embodiment – JoJo Bear

August 8, 2025

Why is hearing “no” so hard for gay men? Why does rejection cut so deep—and why do we sometimes choose control over connection? In this powerful and revealing episode, somatic guide and sacred intimate JoJo Bear joins us to explore how gay men navigate fear of rejection, touch deprivation, aging, and the need for control …

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