Sexological Bodyworker's Favorite Sex-Positive Shows— Sabrina, Lupercalia, and the Celebration of Pleasure
Spoiler Disclaimer: This blog contains very light spoilers, but don't worry—there are no major plot reveals! The content focuses on themes of sex positivity from Chilling Adventures of Sabrina without diving into any key plot points, so you can enjoy reading without fear of ruining the show.
Oh, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, you naughty little show, you! Among all the dark witchy shenanigans and magical drama, there’s a shining, sex-positive gem that we just have to talk about—Lupercalia. Yes, that’s right, Sabrina’s version of an ancient Roman fertility festival shows us that sex doesn’t have to be all hush-hush and shadows. It can be a joyful, fun, and—get this—community-supported event!
In one scene, Sabrina’s fabulous aunties casually drop this golden nugget of wisdom: “Sex isn’t dirty, Sabrina. It’s natural, and it’s something to be celebrated.” Can I get an amen?!
Let’s dive into why this portrayal of Lupercalia hits all the right notes and what it can teach us about sex positivity, celebration, and ditching the shame.
Lupercalia: The OG Festival of Fun
So, what’s the real deal with Lupercalia? Well, back in the day (we’re talking ancient Rome here), Lupercalia was all about fertility and purification. But before you get too excited, no, it wasn’t the sexfest the show depicts. The original involved animal sacrifices and pairing up through lotteries—less sexy, more... ancient weirdness.
But hey, Sabrina went ahead and cranked up the heat, turning Lupercalia into a sensual, celebratory festival where everyone gets to explore their desires without the whole sacrificial lamb thing. And that, my friends, is the kind of sexy spin we can all get behind. It’s a total reframing of how we look at sex—something fun, liberating, and shared, rather than something to keep hidden behind locked doors.
Sex as a Celebration, Not a Performance
Now, let’s talk about one of my favorite aspects of this episode—how it completely flips the script on sex being a performance. We’ve all seen the tired trope in media: sex as something we have to do perfectly, with a side of fireworks and a symphony playing in the background. Ugh. So boring. But in Sabrina, sex isn’t about being picture-perfect—it’s about pleasure, connection, and community. Yes, community!
Sabrina’s aunts give her the green light to dive into Lupercalia not to impress someone, but to connect with herself and others. No pressure, no expectations—just joy. It’s a refreshing reminder that sex doesn’t have to be a show. It can just be fun—something you experience for yourself, without worrying about the audience (or Instagram-worthy angles).
Can We Talk About Auntie Support? Yes, Please!
Here’s where things get really good. You know what’s better than feeling great about your sexual exploration? When the people around you celebrate it with you. And in Sabrina, that’s exactly what happens—her aunties are full-on sex-positive cheerleaders, encouraging Sabrina to dive in, embrace her desires, and join in the fun.
I mean, can you imagine a world where instead of hiding our sexual selves from our families, we get celebrated for it? Where the people who love us say, “You do you, babe, and enjoy every second of it”? That’s the kind of sex-positive community we all deserve. It’s like throwing a party for your pleasure—and everyone’s invited!
This, my friends, is the sex-positive dream. Instead of isolation and shame, we see a space where everyone is supported in their sexual journey, where pleasure is just part of being human, and where even your aunties are rooting for you.
What We Can Learn from Sabrina’s Lupercalia
So, what’s the takeaway from this fabulous festival of pleasure? It’s simple: Sex isn’t dirty or shameful. It’s not something we need to hide away or treat as a private little secret. Nope. Sex can be celebrated openly, with joy, fun, and—if you’re lucky—a killer support system.
In my work as a sexological bodyworker, I see all too often how people are burdened with shame or pressure around their sexuality. But in a sex-positive world, much like Sabrina’s Lupercalia, sex is natural and joyful. It’s something to explore and enjoy, without judgment, and with all the love and support you deserve.
Just imagine how freeing it would be if we took a page from Sabrina’s book and treated sex as a natural, celebrated part of life. A community-supported, shame-free pleasure fest. I’m talking about celebrating your desires without guilt or fear—something we can all embrace, in our own way.
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Wrap It Up with a Sexy Little Bow
In the end, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina gives us more than just dark magic and supernatural thrills. It gives us a glimpse of what a sex-positive world could look like—a world where sex isn’t a dirty secret, but a joyful, communal experience. Where our bodies and desires are celebrated, and where we’re free to explore our pleasure without shame.
As a sexological bodyworker, I love helping people reconnect with that part of themselves—the part that feels good, and that deserves to be celebrated. So, take some inspiration from Sabrina, grab your metaphorical (or literal) aunties, and let’s throw a party for our pleasure. Because sex isn’t dirty, babe—it’s delicious, and it’s time we all got to enjoy it.
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