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Making the Most out of Hookups

If You’re Gonna Do It — Do It Intentionally

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Coach Kevin Martin
Aug 21, 2025
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Hey y’all —

Let’s say it up front: hookups aren’t bad.
But mindless ones? Those can leave you feeling hollow as hell.

So, if you’re gonna engage in casual sex, do it with intention. Do it from your power — not your panic. Do it in a way that leaves you feeling more connected, not more confused.

This isn’t a post about rules. It’s about agency.
It’s about learning to make your sexual experiences work for you, not the other way around.


Step 1: Get Clear on the Why

Before you send the “what are you up to” text... pause.
Ask yourself: What am I hoping this gives me?

Is it pleasure? Connection? Curiosity? Loneliness relief?

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