Mary Foxworth, Founder, Foxworth Institute
- Lost human connection in corporate banking, especially during the pandemic.
- Saw unmet needs in relationship and sexual health education.
Podcast
Overview
Explore Mary Foxworth’s journey and mission to bridge gaps in intimacy and relationship education, as discussed on “The Brand Called You” podcast. Here’s a concise overview with key timestamps presented as questions.
00:00:54- Why did Mary shift from banking to intimacy education?
- Lost human connection in corporate banking, especially during the pandemic.
- Saw unmet needs in relationship and sexual health education.
- Leveraged business experience for entrepreneurship in a meaningful field.
00:03:09- What challenges did she face in opening up conversations?
- Cultural taboos and lack of advocates in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region
- Difficulty building a community around sensitive topics
- Importance of confident leadership to normalize dialogue
00:04:53- What gaps is the Foxworth Institute addressing?
- Support for neurodivergent experiences (ADHD, autism, bipolar)
- Hormonal health (menopause, male aging)
- Pre/post-natal intimacy education
- Impact of trauma on relationships, with expert collaboration
00:07:56- What does “inclusive” education look like?
- Welcoming all backgrounds, orientations, and neurotypes
- Research-based, careful language and course design
- Including data and support even when research is limited
00:10:19- What are common misconceptions about intimacy?
- Intimacy is broader than just sex
- Culture and neurodiversity shape how intimacy is expressed
00:12:19- How is content tailored regionally?
- Emphasizing research, not personal bias
- Adapting language for local comfort and culture
00:14:53- How is misinformation tackled?
- Sharing research-backed facts
- Creating trusted spaces for Q&A, especially with youth
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Learn more about Mary Foxworth: LinkedIn
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- Lost human connection in corporate banking, especially during the pandemic.
- Saw unmet needs in relationship and sexual health education.
- Leveraged business experience for entrepreneurship in a meaningful field.
