Unusual Fetishes, Millennial Burnout & My Love for Saunas: Issue 32
I know we've gone a little deeper this week, but that's where my head is at!
Kia ora, hello and welcome! I’m Charlotte, a gal who types like she talks. Dessert aficionado, and an empath with a love for a good thirst trap 💦 Writer - Gamer - Fashion-loving foodie. Thanks for reading Grab a Slice - I hope more than anything, that this little self-indulgent newsletter gives you a laugh. 💖
Tēnā koutou,
How are you? If you’re reading this, I have one wish this week my loves, go to your local gym if you have a membership and use the sauna (praying they have a sauna for you). Good grief, it’s the best thing in this cool, New Zealand weather. I just jump into this sweaty little wooden room, guzzle my water bottle, DON’T spray water on the electric coal heater (god I get so tempted) and my worries just disappear like the absence of all moisture in the room. I might have a little meditation moment. Sometimes I’ll do a few stretches, or simply lay down on the cosy wooden seats and close my eyes while pretending I too, am on my Euro summer holiday. Dreams are free, and saunas are well worth it for tired muscles if you’ve got one available.
Get amongst!
You’ll find all the bits and pieces I’m sharing this week below.
I’ve always been super interested in the more unusual fetishes that exist in this world. One of the statements I have continuously stood by is “If it simply exists, there is a fetish for it”. I’m fascinated by what people are aroused by, what gets people off, and this YouTube video opened my 👀 to a few strange and exotic fetishes like vacuum beds, sploshing, medical examinations and pony play. The whole idea of surrendering all control during some of these fetishes is something I find fascinating - so naturally, I watch all the documentaries I can about this topic, teehee.
P.S. Did you know there is a fetish called Climacophilia, which is when you’re aroused by falling down a set of stairs?
Burnout is a topic I continuously harp on about. I must read about 2-3 articles per week on this topic, it’s probably because I know what it feels like to have nothing left in the tank when it comes to energy sources. According to Google a definition of burnout:
“Burnout is a form of exhaustion caused by constantly feeling swamped. It's a result of excessive and prolonged emotional, physical, and mental stress. In many cases, burnout is related to one's job. Burnout happens when you're overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to keep up with life's incessant demands”.
Ahhh yes, I know those feels all too well.
I know I’ve shared this article on millennial burnout before, but I didn’t share this part of the convo about black burnout from writer Tiana Clark. Another interesting viewpoint in this topical conversation which I think is important to learn more about those who have different experiences, aspirations, and privileges.
One of my besties recently sent me this online quiz about attachment styles, I took the quiz which took about 5 minutes and I’m ‘Secure Attachment Style’ which didn’t surprise me at all. This then led to an open, insightful convo with my partner Logan. This type of quiz is not going to be 100% accurate, and I genuinely believe your attachment style can change depending on your relationship but it’s still a fun little window into learning a bit more about yourself. Let me know if you take the quiz, and whether you agree with your result or not.
I’m a horny person. I know that might be a startling little statement but I’m shining like a star today and I won’t feel shame about it. So without further ado, I have been cranking through the Electric Rodeo podcast which is all about sex and sex toys. It’s insightful, thoughtful, and inclusive. The gals (Emily and Emma) talk about some great topics so if you’re interested in having a listen, go pick an episode and get started! I’m listening on Spotify, but I’m sure you can find it most places you get your pods.
Here’s my August playlist ‘Here For It’s linked below - a random mix that I curate throughout that month 🎧 Linked below for you:
Extra stray links that I shall leave here for your perusal:
Thoroughly enjoy perusing the words of Emily Writes Weekly - another epic Substack writer who touches on all sorts of fab topics. Gotta build up the writers you love ya’ll!
That’s all, short but sweet this week, and remember to sign up below (even for free!) so you can ‘like’ and leave your comments! I LOVE chatting with you so please let me know your thoughts.
Mā te wā (see you later) 👋
__Charlotte xx
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