Sex & Sensuality for Church Girls

Watch Sex and Sensuality for the Churchy's season finale to learn about LuzCelenia and Stefane's beginner kink journey including some of the most commonly asked questions for those interested in starting their kink journey.Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

Welcome Back to Sex and Sensuality for the Churchy podcast where LuzCelenia and Stefane talk all things sex and sensuality for the currently churched, the formerly churched, and the over-churched. This week we're revisiting kink and covering some of the most commonly asked questions about kink. Listen to the 3-part Kink episode from season 2 here:Kinky Church Girl Part 1 Kinky Church Girl Part 2Kinky Church Girl Part 3If you're new here make sure to follow/subscribe and leave a review so more people can enjoy sex-positive, informative and entertaining content for the churchy.SpotifyAppleYouTubePlease support the podcast so we can continue to make sex-positive content for the churchy. Season 4 premieres in August 2023. Support here Contact us: radiant@luzcelenia.comTheme Music with exclusive permission by:Neon featuring Prayz1 by AshlandSupport the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

Host, LuzCelenia, and Stef continue the conversation on masturbation discussing the benefits of the practice and debunking some of the myths about it as well. Stay till the end for a sensual mindful moment and preview of a self-pleasure guided meditation. Full meditation will be available this week on our YouTube channel. "Feel It Now " used with permission by Independent Music Licensing Collective (IMLC)"Neon Jesus" used with permission Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

Join us in this episode as we dive deep into the taboo topic of masturbation and explore the long-standing myth that it is a sin. Our experts separate fact from fiction and provide evidence-based insights on the physical, emotional, and mental benefits of solo sex. Let's break the stigma and embrace our sexuality without guilt or shame. Tune in now and discover the truth about masturbation!Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

Welcome to "Sex and Sensuality for the Churchy," the podcast where we explore topics related to sex, love, and relationships in the context of faith and spirituality. In this episode, we will be discussing some recent headlines that have caught our attention.First up, we'll be delving into the controversial documentary, "Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told" This documentary takes a deep dive into the history of Freaknik, an annual spring break party for HBCU students that was held in Atlanta during the 80s and 90s. We'll be discussing the impact of this party on black culture, sexuality, and music, and exploring the controversy surrounding its upcoming release.Next, while there's a lot of fear around the release of Freaknik we'll be addressing the issue of sex abuse scandals in the church that are often covered up. Unfortunately, this is a topic that has come up time and time again, and we'll be discussing why it's so important for religious institutions to address these issues head-on and create a safe space for victims to come forward.Finally, we'll be discussing the case of Moroccan footballer Achraf Hakimi's divorce settlement. Despite his ex-wife reportedly asking for half of his fortune, she received nothing because Achraf's wealth is mostly in his mother's name. This brings up the question of how our relationship with our mother often impacts our romantic relationships in adulthood.Join us for this thought-provoking episode as we explore these headlines and the impact they have on sex and sensuality in the church.Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

Join us in this thought-provoking episode as we delve into the intriguing topic of Matthew 26:41 and its interpretation regarding sexual temptation. Does the phrase "the flesh is weak" refer to abstaining from sex, or does it have a deeper meaning? We explore our viewpoints to shed light on this controversial topic. Does celibacy or abstinence truly teach sexual discipline? Tune in to join the conversation and gain insights into this biblical conundrum.If you got something from this episode or even disagree please like and share and see if others agree with your take on the episode, If you want to jump on this ride with us make sure you follow/subscribe to the podcast.Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

Continuing the conversation from last week, we continue to delve into the often-misunderstood phrase from the New Testament, "It's better to marry than to burn." Our host LuzCelenia shares a personal story about a church leader who used this phrase to justify his decision to get married, but what started as an explanation proved to foreshadow a pattern of grooming and sexual harassment towards LuzCelenia and other college kids in the parachurch college organization. In this conversation, we delve into how these scriptural tropes only aid in oversexualizing each other and how the phrase has been used to harm both men and women. Don't miss this powerful and thought-provoking episode! Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

In this episode of Sex and Sensuality for the Churchy, we delve into the often-misunderstood phrase from the New Testament, "It's better to marry than to burn." While this verse has been used to promote abstinence and chastity, it's also been taken out of context, leading to harmful and damaging attitudes toward sex and marriage. Our host LuzCelenia shares a personal story about a church leader who used this phrase to justify his decision to get married, but what started as an explanation led to a pattern of grooming and sexual harassment towards LuzCelenia and other college kids in this para-church college organization. Through her experience, we see how this phrase has been used to harm both men and women. Join us as we explore the true meaning of this verse and how it perpetuates harmful ideals about sex and marriage. Don't miss this powerful and thought-provoking episode!Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

Power dynamics are present in every relationship, and romantic relationships are no exception. In fact, power struggles can often arise in intimate relationships, as each partner tries to negotiate their needs and desires. But what exactly is power in a relationship, and how does it affect the individuals involved?In this episode, we explore the role of power in romantic relationships. We discuss the different types of power that can exist between partners, including emotional, financial, and physical power. We also examine how power can shift over time, as individuals gain or lose control in different aspects of the relationship.04:15 Watch Dr. Carmen Imes talk about what the Bible means when it calls a woman "helper" here https://www.instagram.com/reel/CpTbyB7MTKQ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkSupport the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

Welcome to episode 11 of Sex and Sensuality for the Churchy, where we'll be discussing unrealistic expectations in relationships and the dangers they can bring.Many people enter into relationships with certain expectations, whether it be about love, trust, communication, or even material possessions. While it's natural to have expectations in any relationship, the problem arises when these expectations become unrealistic.Unrealistic expectations can come in many forms, such as expecting your partner to meet all your emotional needs or expecting them to always know what you're thinking. These types of expectations can put a significant strain on any relationship and often lead to disappointment, frustration, and even resentment.So, how do we avoid having unrealistic expectations in our relationships? One key is to communicate openly and honestly with our partners about our needs and wants. It's important to understand that our partners are not mind-readers and cannot always meet our every expectation.Another important step is to let go of the idea of perfection. No one is perfect, and no relationship is without its flaws. Accepting imperfection can help us approach our relationships with more realistic expectations and a greater sense of understanding and empathy.Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

In this episode, we dive into the controversial topic of soul ties - the idea that when we have sexual or emotional intimacy with someone, we create a spiritual connection that can be impossible to break. Some people believe that soul ties can have negative effects on our lives, while others consider them to be a myth.We explore the origins of the concept of soul ties, how it has been interpreted and applied, and the impact it has had on us and our relationships.Ultimately, this episode aims to provide a balanced and informative discussion on a topic that has sparked much debate and controversy. So, are soul ties real? Tune in to find out. Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

In this podcast episode, we explore the topic of emotional healing in romantic relationships and why it is important for our well-being. We delve into the various reasons why people may need to heal emotionally, including trauma, past experiences, and difficult relationships and the impact that our emotional immaturity has on us including romanticizing seeing our Christian brothers in worship, believing that women are inherently more attached than men and that men are inherently less detached than women.In this podcast episode, we explore the topic of emotional healing in romantic relationships and why it is important for our well-being. We delve into the various reasons why people may need to heal emotionally, including trauma, past experiences, and difficult relationships and the impact that our emotional immaturity has on us including romanticizing seeing our Christian brothers in worship, believing that women are inherently more attached than men and that men are inherently less detached than women.Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

Part 2 of What makes sex holy or sacred? Is it marriage? Is it sacrilegious to consider yourself favored by God when engaging in sexual activity? How do you make or keep the sanctity of sex? Let's talk about it.Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

What makes sex holy or sacred? Is it marriage? Is it sacrilegious to consider yourself favored by God when engaging in sexual activity? Join hosts, LuzCelenia and Stef for part 1 of this conversation and stay tuned for part 2 next week!Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

In this episode, we'll explore how to tap into your intuition and trust the guidance it provides. We'll look at how our host, LuzCelenia used her intuition, sensual practice, and practical experience to execute her 40th birthday party. Head over to our Youtube channel to catch a clip of LuzCelenia singing at her party.Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

When and how did you learn about sex? Stef and LuzCelenia share their stories of sex education.Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

Are you familiar with the scripture Mathew 16:24, "Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me"? How was that taught when you heard it? Too often we are told we have to sacrifice for the church, our partners, our children, our parents, our jobs, etc., and this scripture is used to justify giving of ourselves even to the point of extreme pain and call it love. Is that what the scripture means? Why are you martyring yourself?Credits:Opening and Closing Song: Neon feat. Prayz1 by AshlandSupport the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

Stef and LuzCelenia discuss a Twitter thread by @reynasnoriega and dig deeper into why people choose certain relationships but refuse to do the things that would make their partner happy and feel loved. Does it matter if your partner can't give it to you? Where's the line? Are we asking for too much or not enough?Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

LuzCelenia along with the new co-host, Stef, continue the conversation from last week's episode about misogyny in the church and how misogyny has impacted our lives. Theme music: Ashland - Neon (used with permission)Support the showSign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERECLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the ChurchyWatch on YouTubeAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!

Podcast is bizack!!! New episode is LIVE on YouTube, Apple, Spotify and me website… Link in Bio!!LuzCelenia is leaving her church of 18 years and shares with you why.The Sex and Sensuality podcast team is growing and the bane is changing (a little bit) again…Give a warm welcome to our new co-host, Stef… and with that the name will be changed to Sex and Sensuality for the Churchy

We are still blaming women for their abuse and I don't like that!I get that Da'Naiah is not a sympathetic victim, but let me hip you to something...victims aren't perfect and do not/should not have to perform to get your sympathy or empathy.Today's episode we go into why the Da'Naiah's of the world need to be shown more grace and how LuzCelenia was personally incensed when a female preacher at her church spewed the same harmful rhetoric that keeps women like Da'Naiah in bondage by telling Black women they are solely responsible for their relationship status and undergirding toxic beliefs that our value is found in being chosen by a man to be his wife.Support the showCLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE Community, The Radiant Sessions SocietyAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!Credits:Sunday Spirit by music by audionautix.com

The average married couple in the United States has sex once a week and Christian couples are having even less than that. In this week's episode, LuzCelenia talks about why Black Christian couples are likely to have less sex, what the benefits are of having more sex, and tips on how to increase the frequency and satisfaction of your sex life.Click the link below to join LuzCelenia's private group for her session Unleash Your Radiance where she is going to share what she calls "the holy trinity of healing" and more on her personal journey to shining her light radiantly.Support the showCLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE Community, The Radiant Sessions SocietyAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!Credits:Sunday Spirit by music by audionautix.com

LuzCelenia gets personal in this episode discussing how she grieved the relationship she thought would be her last one and turned pain into gold. Join LuzCelenia on Wednesday, December 14th in her private Facebook group (link below to join) for Unleash Your Radiance where she shares more about her journey and what she calls "the holy trinity of healing" that has helped her to heal and overcome from religious trauma, domestic violence, being overweight and insecure to become a confident woman who is living the life she always dreamed of full of joy, love, and pleasure.Support the showCLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE Community, The Radiant Sessions SocietyAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!Credits:Sunday Spirit by music by audionautix.com

The narrative that we're broken  is old and tired and a lot of the advice given to and from men and women about relationships on the internet and on these red pill podcasts is really just toxic and counterproductive to the goal of experiencing real, healthy love growing up. Our foundation wasn't laid properly. Our parents and their parents did the best they could, but the impact has been severe. The great news is you can lay a new foundation and as important as healing is it doesn't mean you have to become obsessed with it because you're not something that needs to fix.Listen to today's episode to hear LuzCelenia speak very openly about why this work is important to her and why she encourages everyone who will listen to start their own healing journey as we start off this month's series on relationships.Support the showCLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE Community, The Radiant Sessions SocietyAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!Credits:Sunday Spirit by music by audionautix.com

Delayed but not denied...we had some tech issues but we close out Kinktober with our special guest, Dee Rae. She was so gracious to record again to get this much needed conversation about her journey as a church girl into kink and polyamory. She also shares helpful tips for beginners and some high-level information about the spectrum that is kink. We even talk about our long and very colorful history together and how our paths have crossed on our respective kink journeys.To fill out the kink checklist we mentioned in the website you can download or save to your drive by clicking here or visiting https://tinyurl.com/SSFCGkinkchecklistTo connect with De Rae visit her links here Support the showCLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE Community, The Radiant Sessions SocietyAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!Credits:Sunday Spirit by music by audionautix.com

We are continuing our conversation on kink with the Erogenous Coach, Dr. LaVonne Shaw who is a licensed minister and certified Dominatrix. We talk about how the Erogenous Coach came about from a place of necessity because of how many women were not equipped to give or experience pleasure with their partners or spouses and why she decided to become a dominatrix. LuzCelenia also gives you an update on her life and how gym life has become an important part of it. Follow @fittemplebaltimore on Instagram if you're looking for a new trainer. He also has virtual training available as well.Support the showCLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE Community, The Radiant Sessions SocietyAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!Credits:Sunday Spirit by music by audionautix.com

Back after an unplanned 2-week break and we are diving right into kink since it's National Kink MonthChapter 1: LuzCelenia shares about why there was a 2 week break and how her sensual practice helped her to clarify and empower herself to be able to realign and inevitably find peace to move forward.Chapter 2:  A brief introduction to kink. What is kink, why do people participate in it and does it have to be sexual? Plus, a brief tease into next week's guest Dee Rae who is a Black polyamorous pansexual polymath as she tells her journey into kink.Chapter 3: Church Announcements from Rep. Alexandria Occasio Cortez's speech from 2 years ago indicting on religious liberties.Chapter 4: CloseSupport the showCLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE Community, The Radiant Sessions SocietyAs always,BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!Credits:Sunday Spirit by music by audionautix.com

Is sex just for procreation? Was it created simply to be fruitful and to multiply or can we also experience pleasure not as a byproduct but as its focus too? One way to gauge pleasure in sex is experiencing orgasms and unfortunately, heterosexual women statistically are having fewer orgasms than anyone else with heterosexual men having the most.This week's church announcements tackles the difference between church girl p*ssy and witchy p*ssy.We end the episode with an ode to black girls who take their pleasure in their own hands by the watcher.Sign up on my website to receive a free 30-minute coaching session valued at $199 by following the link below:SIGN UP HEREAs always, BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!Credits:Sunday Spirit by music by audionautix.com Sources:Orgasm Statistics Where is the clitoris?24 types of orgasmsSupport the show

The podcast has a new name and renewed mission. You can go to the link below to subscribe to the podcastSUBSCRIBE HERESee you on Instagram for the live aftershow at 9 pm EST at www.instagram.com/_luzcelenia_As always, BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!Credits:Sunday Spirit by music by audionautix.comSupport the show

Ever heard that masturbation is a sin or that it invites evil spirits into your life? Let's talk about it along with some of my thoughts (I promise no spoilers) of The Woman King. To close out the episode stay for some useful affirmations that can help you remove shame around self-pleasure and masturbation.Stay tuned to the end of the episode for a special offer just for my listeners and you can go to the link below to subscribe to the podcastSUBSCRIBE HERESee you on Instagram for the live aftershow at 9 pm EST at www.instagram.com/_luzcelenia_As always, BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!Credits:Sunday Spirit by music by audionautix.comThe Lounge by Ben SoundSupport the show

Shout out to Queen Beyonce cuz, "That's that Kodak energy"What energy? Sexual energy because that is what we're digging into in this episode.Sexual energy is our life force energy and learning to use it properly versus suppressing it the way the church teaches us to or wasting it by swinging the pendulum in the complete opposite direction. Ancient pranic healing techniques teach us so much about mastering our sexual energy and how not only is it the key to unlocking creative genius but achieving alignment and oneness.Stay tuned to the end of the episode for a special offer just for my listeners and you can go to the link below to subscribe to the podcast SUBSCRIBE HERESee you on Instagram for the live aftershow at 9 pm EST www.instagram.com/_luzcelenia_As always, BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!Credits:Sunday Spirit by music by audionautix.comNight on the docs by Kevin MacleodSupport the show

We're back with a new name and a clarified mission....Sex and Sensuality for Church Girls is committed to deconstructing beliefs around sex and our sensuality every single episode.This week's episode in honor of Sexual Health Month we're talking about pleasure! Why is pleasure important to the church girl? How can it help us flourish? How do we interrogate our beliefs around it so we can in turn give ourselves to experience pleasure in every area of our lives.Then we get into the newly released film, "Honk for Jesus Save Your Soul" starring Sterling K. Brown and Regina Hall. Regina as Trinitie Childs was a very real and disheartening depiction of what so many women particularly in the church often go through to be married. We're told in so many ways that if we experience pleasure it is to be experienced by giving it to a man and expecting very little and return. What do we do, though? We get into that on today's episode.To close out we end with a centering moment with some affirmation around desire and pleasure to offer you some emotional self-care as you may have been activated by some of the topics discussed today.Join our host, LuzCelenia on WEDNESDAYS at 99 pm EST on Instragam Live @ theradiantsessions for a live after show. Bring your comments, questions, or concerns as we go a little deeper into each week's topic.As always, BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!Credits:Sunday Spirit by music by audionautix.comES Moments of Contemplation - Magnus RingblomSupport the show

Here's a special gift of a bonus episode as we work towards true repentance. Use these affirmations in your own personal practice or use this recording as a guided meditation to help you renew your mind and course correct towards true alignment.Support the show

If you grew up in church or have attended a Black church service you have likely heard the preacher do an altar call and urge sinners to repent, but what does that mean. Is repenting just saying you're sorry to God for committing a sin? Is it just regretting what you did because of the adverse outcome or because you were caught? Let's talk about it.Support the show (https://cash.app/$LArce)

In this week's episode, LuzCelenia wanted to share some affirmations that may help you on your journey towards being more vulnerable with yourself as we strive to feel our emotions instead of fixing them.Thanks to www.healingbrave.com for the affirmations.Support the show (https://cash.app/$LArce)

Are You intellectualizing your pain? Do you have the special skill where you have the ability to be transparent with people but never be vulnerable enough to let them know who you really are? Let's talk about how we can't fully heal using our ego and how disconnecting from our emotions does more than convince ourselves we're preventing future pain.Get out your pen and paper because you're going to want to take notes on this one.Support the show (https://cash.app/$LArce)

In the process of taking up our God-given space one must make the consistent choice to be authentic. Authenticity is the quality of being authentic. Authentic is defined as genuine, based on facts; accurate or reliable. “Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we're supposed to be and embracing who we are.Choosing authenticity meanscultivating the courage to be imperfect, to set boundaries, and to allow ourselves to be vulnerable;exercising the compassion that comes from knowing that we are all made of strength and struggle; andnurturing the connection and sense of belonging that can only happen when we believe we are strong enough.Authenticity demands Wholehearted living and loving – even when it's hard, even when we're wrestling with the shame and fear of not being good enough, and especially when the joy is so intense that we're afraid to let ourselves feel it.Mindfully practicing authenticity during our most soul-searching struggles is how we invite grace, joy and gratitude into our lives.”Source – The Gifts of Imperfection, Brene Brown"Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, the Four Agreements offer a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform our lives to a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and love. The Four Agreements are: Be Impeccable With Your Word, Don't Take Anything Personally, Don't Make Assumptions, Always Do Your Best. "Source - The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom, Don Miguel RuizThe Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal FreedomThe Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal FreedomSupport the show (https://cash.app/$LArce)

Inspired by an excerpt from ave Adamson's book 52 Hebrew Words Every Christian Should Know LuzCelenia encourages us to take up our God-given space, do the work to know who we are and what that space is, and never let anyone diminish our abilities or play small for anyone including our own insecurities.She also reminds us of The Radiant Manifesto, which is that, "A radiant woman knows that they are a co-creator with God! They are not easily swayed by the trials of life, but choose gratitude and are aware of their power to alchemize the negative situations in their lives and cause them to serve their highest good. They stand in their unique representation of personhood knowing that their authority comes from their innate divinity!"Support the show (https://cash.app/$LArce)

Let's talk about manifestation! In a recent Facebook room hosted by Saweetie with Ari Lennox and Erykah Badu Saweetie asked Erykah for advice in manifesting success in their industry. She shared several gems, but briefly mentioned alignment. She unfortunately didn't have enough time to expand and I notice how often when people talk about manifestation on social media they fail to mention how important alignment is when manifesting. So, let's talk about it. LuzCelenia also shares some other manifestation hacks that she's personally uses on her journey,“When you trust the person that makes the promise, you can rejoice before you actually get the blessing.” @pastorypj on InstagramExpress gratitude for what you already have and now for what is comingCelebrate having it before you even see it or touch itShare with someone who can celebrate and join their faith with yours that it's coming.Trust it will come at the appointed timeSupport the show

In this episode of The Radiant Sessions LuzCelenia extends her thanks for al the kind messages after last week's abbreviated message while she took time to manage her mental health.  She also talks about style and makes some key points about how you can develop your own sensual style and how on this journey of healing how we present ourselves can often be a reflection of how we feel about ourselves.If you are interested in a sensual style coaching session visit www.luzcelenia.com or email radiant@luzcelenia.com to set up an appointment. Virtual and in-person appointments available.**Announcement**Check out the new Fall merch is available on the website at www.luzcelenia.com/shopSupport the show

I didn't want to leave you hanging this week. So, listen in on this amended episode and hear why I did not record a full episode this week.Check out the new Fall merchandise at www.luzcelenia.com/shopFollow me on Instagram www.instagram.com/winluzordraw and www.instagram.com/theeradiantsessionsLike my page on Facebook at www.facebook.com/radiantsessionspodcastSupport the show (https://cash.app/$LArce)

LuzCelenia shares a word of encouragement on our journey of healing. As tough and triggering healing can be it's important to remember to keep moving forward. Don't hyperfocus so much on fixing the problem that you remain stagnant. When the feelings arise acknowledge and honor them and then move...move your body to shift your energy, but also don't let that negativity keep you stuck in that dark feeling. Don't let it win. You're worth all the amazing things your heart desires.Support the show (https://cash.app/$LArce)

Have you ever heard of pathological accommodation? No! Well, neither had I until the other day. Let's talk about it and how it prevents us from being the person we were created to be and what steps we can take to reclaim or even learn who we are authentically.Sources1.https://www.researchgate.net/publication/312083300_Brandchaft%27s_Pathological_Accommodation-What_It_Is_and_What_It_Isn%27t2. leewichman.com/blog/2016/10/8/pathological-accommodationSupport the show (https://cash.app/$LArce)

Are you a good girl? For real, though...are you really a good girl, or do you just play one on TV? Why are you acting? Why do you stress yourself out trying to please everyone around you except yourself? Making other people happy isn't a problem unless you're constantly doing it at the expense of your own peace and happiness. Aht aht we don't do that anymore. Listen in to find out why we're shedding the good girl and how to begin the process of living for you.Support the show (https://cash.app/$LArce)

As promised in the previous episode LuzCelenia gives her answer to the 17 signs of toxic church culture and lists what she thinks would be 17 signs of a healthy culture and her commitment to building a community for women. If you are a self-proclaimed church girl who is searching for like-minded women, seeking to expand your spiritual practice beyond the colonized beliefs and systems we were fed along with a healthy dose of sensuality and sexuality then we invite you to send an email to radiant@luzcelenia.com to get more information.Support the show

I've talked about toxic relationships from romantic to familial, but what about toxic churches. Tune in for some signs that you may be a part of or experienced a toxic church culture. The conversation doesn't end there, though. Tune back in next week for my offering to help combat that and to provide a safe place for women like me who love God and church, but are seeking a community where they are safe and embraced for who they are,Support the show (https://cash.app/$LArce)

After all these years of therapy, healing, and shadow work I encountered another major milestone on the journey. I have now been officially diagnosed with ADHD and am taking medication to treat it. Join me on this episode as I share how I came to receive my diagnosis, a little about what ADHD looks like and how I feel now that I've been diagnosed.Support the show (https://cash.app/$LArce)

What part does sensuality play in your shadow work and healing journey? LuzCelenia talks about how it helps you become in tune with who you are, help you build a strong foundation of self-love, and will keep you in tune with pleasure in every way possible.Support the show

Part 2 on Shadow Work including some of the benefits of doing shadow work and some of the issues you are experiencing by not engaging your shadow including spiritual bypassing. "Spiritual bypassing is a tendency to use spiritual ideas and practices to sidestep or avoid facing unresolved emotional issues, psychological wounds, and unfinished developmental tasks." John WelwoodResources:Toward a Psychology of Awakening by John WelwoodWays to Stop Spiritual Bypassing by TheMindFoolwww.alisocookphd.comSupport the show

Have you ever heard of shadow work and wondered what it is? Here's my interpretation of shadow work and the steps needed to do your own shadow work. Book cited: How to do the Work by Dr. LaPerlaSupport the show

What is freedom and what does it look like? Who decides what freedom really is? Religious dogma had me bound by social constructs, purity culture, and shame.  One of the biggest gifts I gave myself was releasing those toxic beliefs and truly experiencing the freedom I've always had in Christ but didn't know how to access.Support the show