Talking about holidays, meals, movies, furniture, where to eat, books, and work is easy. Talking about intimacy is often surprisingly difficult. In this workshop, we will playfully approach conversations about intimacy from the side —Why it can feel so hard, exploring common cultural assumptions, and noticing the unspoken hierarchies around who “gets” to speak and how. We will gently explore the vast ocean of possibilities within intimate connection, reflect on what we tend to do instead of having open conversations, and examine how loss aversion shaped by shame, discomfort, embarrassment — and sometimes even pleasure — influences our communication. Many of us have read very little about intimacy beyond occasional lifestyle articles. As my cousin once said, “If you can’t talk about it, you probably shouldn’t be doing it.” Using safe playful action methods and thoughtful group engagement, participants will explore this landscape in a respectful, inclusive way— developing clarity, confidence, and meaningful next steps as needed.