Podcasts about Pleasure

The Pleasure Zone with Milica Jelenic - Diamond Host On this episode of The Pleasure Zone, we dive into kissing as more than a sweet gesture and explore why kissing matters so deeply to connection, desire, and arousal. From first kisses to long-term passion, kissing shapes attraction and trust in powerful ways. You'll learn how conscious kissing can awaken the nervous system, deepen intimacy, and transform confidence, while mastering the right technique to make every moment memorable, understanding how technique influences pleasure, and refining technique that feels natural and authentic. This episode explores the fascinating history of kissing across cultures and time, revealing how this intimate act has symbolized love, power, devotion, and even healing. We unpack what science tells us about lips, pheromones, and the brain, including how kissing affects bonding hormones like oxytocin and dopamine. You'll discover why kissing can feel electric with one person and flat with another, and what that chemistry is really communicating beneath the surface. We also move beyond myths and performance pressure to talk about presence, pacing, and attunement. You'll learn how to read your partner's responses, adapt to different styles, and stay connected to your own sensations rather than getting stuck in your head. Whether you're new to dating, rekindling passion in a long-term relationship, or simply curious about deepening intimacy, this conversation offers practical insights you can use immediately. Join Milica Jelenic, Sex & Intimacy Coach, Holistic Health Practitioner on this episode of The Pleasure Zone where we will look at "All About Kissing: History, Science & Technique." Grab your Yes, No, Maybe list - all about Playful Tips for Pleasure here    Light From The Shadows: Enriching The Lives Of Others Inspired Choices Network Hosts Author Milica Jelenic   Amazon.com – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1738249417 Amazon.ca – https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1738249417     ~ More About The Pleasure Zone ~ Milica Jelenic is a Sex & Intimacy Coach. What is pleasure? Have you ever noticed that what is pleasing to one body is not necessarily pleasing to all bodies? What if our bodies like to be pleasing and to gift pleasure to others and to receive pleasure? In this show we will explore the world of pleasure. If your body was sensing pleasure more often would your life have more ease? We start out with magical little bodies that turn on everybody. Babies are always having people come up to them and compliment them on their beauty and get really excited to be in their presence. What would the world be like if we stopped judging ourselves, our bodies and others? How much more fun, joy and pleasure is possible on this planet if we choose to be explorers? Whose ready for an adventure??? Milica Jelenic is an advocate for pleasure. In her private practice she invites clients to create life and lifestyle that offers more pleasure and vitality. Milica's intuitive ability to sense where change is possible and to question what is stuck in the target area creates a very dynamic session that promotes choice, possibility and change.   Milica has impacted the lives and health of individuals both in Canada and abroad with her humor, kindness, gentleness, potency and intensity. Milica's approach is playful, fun and direct. Milica is willing to be whatever energy and space is required for the change you desire.   If you are interested in receiving Milica' monthly newsletter about events, classes and information on booking private sessions send and e-mail through her website.  www.milicajelenic.com/ To get more of The Pleasure Zone with Milica Jelenic, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays of all her shows here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/the-pleasure-zone-milica-jelenic/

Get ready to challenge the dominant narrative around birth in this deeply inspiring conversation with Australian midwife, researcher, and rebel, Dr. Melanie Jackson — host of The Great Birth Rebellion podcast. Melanie joins Debra Pascali‑Bonaro for a heartfelt and provocative exploration of what happens when we choose to birth outside the system — and within our power. Together, they unpack why more families are stepping away from institutional birth, how true midwifery care transforms outcomes, and how bliss, laughter, and joy can ripple through even the most intense moments of labor. Melanie shares intimate stories from her own births — one long and slow, the other fast, powerful, and joyfully filled with laughter — and offers profound wisdom about matrescence, physiological birth, and how honoring women's autonomy creates safer, more pleasurable births for everyone. In this episode you'll hear: The bliss and laughter that surprised Melanie in her second home birth What matrescence means and why it matters in understanding the transformation to motherhood Why "birth outside the system" can be the safest, most aligned choice for some families The evidence behind continuity of midwifery care — and why it should be the universal standard How pleasure, joy, and oxytocin weave through both sex and birth The global movement of rebellious midwives creating change from within Episode Highlights 2:44 — Melanie shares her journey into midwifery and the concept of "Matrescence." 5:07 — Melanie describes her two very different birth experiences. 13:12 — Discussion of "The Great Birth Rebellion" and its origins as a podcast. 14:25 — The importance of evidence-based maternity care and the role of midwives. 17:03 — Exploring the connection between birth, pleasure, and sexuality. 18:15 — The power of oxytocin and the potential for joy and bonding in birth. 19:00 — Where to find Melanie online and her offerings for midwives and parents. About Melanie Jackson: Dr. Melanie Jackson is a private midwife, researcher, mentor, and host of The Great Birth Rebellion podcast. With a PhD in midwifery on "Birth Outside the System," she is reshaping how midwives and mothers understand evidence, power, and physiology in birth. Through The Assembly and Convergence of Rebellious Midwives, she mentors practitioners and uplifts the profession with passion and purpose. Connect with Melanie:Website: melaniethemidwife.com Instagram: @melaniethemidwife TikTok: @melaniethemidwife Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgYNzASpo0UbzyzRkNb-s-w Podcast: The Great Birth Rebellion Connect with Debra:Website: https://www.orgasmicbirth.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orgasmicbirth X: https://twitter.com/OrgasmicBirth YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/OrgasmicBirth1 Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@orgasmicbirth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-pascali-bonaro-1093471  ------- Pleasure isn't a luxury, It's your birthright Discover the secret to a Safe, Sensual & Empowering Birth Experience Pleasurable Birth Essentials is your toolkit for a birth that's as safe as it is sensual, as evidence-based as it is soulful. This is not your average childbirth class. This is a revolution—a journey designed for mamas who trust their bodies and their minds. Here, pleasure isn't an afterthought – it's foundational. Evidence isn't dry – it's empowering. Community isn't optional – it's essential. You deserve a birth that honors your strength, your sensuality, and your sovereignty. https://www.orgasmicbirth.com/pleasurable-birth-essentials/ 

Send us a textStart with still water, end with laughter. Across two rich hours, we question what productivity even means and swap the hustle for miracle-mindedness: seeing thoughts arise, letting feelings be felt, and choosing the peace of God right now. I share how supply shows up when we stop gripping, why “you need do nothing” isn't avoidance, and how trust quietly multiplies our loaves and fishes when the mind releases plans and panic.We wander, honestly, through the terrain of desire, romance, and boundaries. I talk through a messy dynamic—neediness, pullback, fantasy—and how labeling people cements pain. Clean boundaries don't punish; they simply stop feeding a pattern that doesn't reflect truth. Regret gets a gentle audit, too: it isn't caused by what happened last week; it's an ancient echo asking to be seen and released. Keep the regret and you repeat it. Forgive it and you turn the page.We also unpack sex, fantasy, and sensation with candor. Fantasy is a substitute for joining; it dulls presence and complicates love. Pleasure deepens when it's an expression, not a bargaining chip. The same clarity heals the body story: symptoms lose their “cause” when we drop fear narratives and rest in causeless peace. And when harm seems to happen, we name it out loud, refuse secrecy, and then look with Christ's vision so only love remains. That's the practice threaded through everything: watch the mind without fear, forgive what never truly occurred, and let laughter end the world's spell.If this resonates, subscribe, share with a friend who's ready to need less and feel more, and leave a review telling us which belief about love or lack you're questioning today.Support the show

You can enjoy exclusive and intense erotic audio by grabbing your copy of the Sensual Awakenings App on the Apple Store, or downloading the very unofficial and unapproved Android version from WyldeInBed.com In the quiet town where the sea kisses the shore, Tess finds herself haunted by the last words she exchanged with Finn before he vanished beneath the waves. Regret clings to her like sea salt, and as she stands on the beach, her heart breaks for the love she lost. Yet, as the tide ebbs and flows, so does her longing—transforming into tantalizing erotic fantasies that dance like shadows on the sand.But the ocean holds secrets deeper than Tess ever imagined. As she plunges into the supernatural depths of her desires, she uncovers a world where passion knows no bounds and the boundaries between life and death blur. Finn's spirit calls to her, weaving a tale of love intertwined with BDSM and longing that transcends the physical realm.In a journey filled with tearjerking revelations and tantalizing encounters, Tess must confront the truth of Finn's demise and the powerful connection that binds them—one that could either set her free or drown her in desire forever. Join Tess as she navigates the stormy waters of love, loss, and the supernatural, discovering that some ties can never be severed, and the heart's deepest yearnings can lead to the most unexpected places. Will she find closure, or will she drown in the depths of her desire?

Magsisimula na ang Bagong Taon, gumagawa ka na naman ba ng listahan ng New Year's Resolutions? Kung hindi pa, o kasalukuyan kang gumagawa, ipagdasal mo kung ano ang dapat mong gawin at ano ang pede mong simulan ng 2026 para mabuhay para sa Diyos.Speaker: Ptr. Bong SaquingSeries: A Different Way To LiveScripture Reading: 1 Peter 4:1-11

Are you ready to be intimate? Not ready? Intimacy can be a hard thing for some women after having babies. This episode has some tips and encouragement to help you in this season.  Email me on if you want me to continue doing postpartum or get back to pregnancy podcasts!: positivityinpregnancy@gmail.com Spark Love in Your Marriage and Motherhood Let's Get Awkward: Intimacy and Pleasure in Your Marriage Mama Natural Resource for week 8 postpartum Other Episodes on Nursing Your baby from ME: Nursing Crash Course for First Time Moms Dealing with Emotional Ups and Down of Nursing a baby 5 tips for Success in Nursing Your Baby Breast Feeding to Lose Weight Eat, Wake, Sleep Cycle I use with my babies Works with Nursing or Breastfed babies **Morning Sickness Mini Course for Mental Health (Formerly the Positive Pregnancy Program)**: This self-led video program, made to help foster positivity durning pregnancy. It is for women who have or do struggle with pregnancy and who want to have strong mental health during and specifically the first trimester of pregnancy during the nausea! This Mini Course will help you mentally navigate the hardships of the physical changes of pregnancy, especially that morning sickness phase. Direct link to Morning Sickness Mini Course for Mental Health Positivity in Pregnancy and Motherhood website: www.positivityinpregnancy.com Other Episodes you might like: Anxiety? Stressed in pregnancy? Podcast episode Strategies to Calm Fears and Worries in Pregnancy Episodes on Dealing with Nausea in the first trimester: Puking and Feeling Like I Can't Coping with Nausea in Pregnancy YouTube for Positivity in Pregnancy: https://www.youtube.com/@PregnancyisHardwithJosly-nd8wd Here is the Facebook Page for Pregnancy is hard: I have documented my journey of my fourth baby on this page and have other juicy and good tips for enjoying pregnancy better. https://www.facebook.com/pregnancyishard Here is the Pregnancy is Hard Support Group on Facebook: Let's offer support, help and fun for those in the trenches of pregnancy! https://www.facebook.com/groups/165102315544693 Instagram: @positivityinpregnancy  

Un désir fulgurant et reciproque pour un inconnu.Une baise naturelle et safe, avec un mec que tu as croisé sur un trottoir. Sa queue te plait, il sait toucher une chatte et il lèche à merveille.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

The NFL regular season is nearing its end, and there are plenty of must-watch games in Week 18. However, there are plenty of duds on the schedule as well. How do you decipher those can't miss games from those which you only keep tabs on your fantasy football team for? That's where the For Your Viewing Pleasure podcast comes in where hosts Jeff Hartman and Wesley Coleman talk about the slate of games in Week 18, and what you should, and shouldn't, be watching. This podcast is a part of the Pro Football Insiders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when you've done everything right, hit the milestones, followed the plan, built the “good life” and still feel like something's missing? In this week's episode, I'm joined by transformational coach and spiritual mentor Hélène Caniac for a powerful conversation about what it really means to move from achievement to fulfillment. Together, we explore the embodied, lived-in practice of self-trust, pleasure, and presence; how to sustain your power and purpose without burning out or betraying yourself.We dive deep into the systems that have systemically severed our self-trust, from capitalism and productivity culture to patriarchal conditioning and the ways spirituality itself can become another form of performance. Hélène unpacks how disconnection has been woven into our collective DNA for generations, and why rebuilding trust with ourselves is one of the most radical, world-changing acts we can take.If you've been craving a softer, truer way of living, a way that honors both your depth and your belonging, this episode will feel like a homecoming.In this episode, we explore:The shift from achievement to fulfillment — how to move beyond external success and create a life rooted in alignment, joy, and embodied purpose.The systems that sever our self-trust — unpacking how patriarchy, capitalism, and performance-driven spirituality keep us disconnected from our power.Expanding capacity for joy and freedom — practical tools to cultivate presence, discernment, and nervous-system resilience through seasons of chaos or change.Pleasure as a path of leadership — how enjoyment, play, and authenticity become fuel for purpose, creativity, and sustainable impact.Embodiment in everyday life — living your spirituality “in traffic,” in your relationships, and in the ordinary rhythms of work, motherhood, and leadership.Redefining success — shifting from output and performance toward integrity, connection, and fulfillment that actually feels good in your body.The power of collective healing — remembering that true transformation happens in relationship, through community, curiosity, and shared humanity.Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Hélène Caniac:Website: helenecanhelp.comInstagram: @helenecanhelpJoin Le Salon — Hélène's free Telegram community for thought-provoking seasonal musings, voice-note journal prompts, and early access to upcoming offerings. It's a soft place to land for ambitious souls unlearning the hustle and returning to embodied fulfillment.Connect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily ReuschelJoin my Book Insiders List: Sign up...

Shiur given by Rabbi Yisroel Saperstein on Parsha. Shiur recorded in Yeshivas Ohr Reuven, Monsey, NY.

Are you feeling the weight of another year passing while navigating the changes of perimenopause and menopause? Do you struggle to make sense of midlife transitions—the shifting hormones, changing body, evolving desires, and the pressure to have it all figured out? In this intimate end-of-year solo episode of Pleasure In The Pause, host Gabriela Espinosa guides you through a reflective journey to release what no longer serves you and reclaim what matters most as you step into 2026. Whether you're grappling with metabolic changes, declining desire, or simply feeling invisible in a youth-obsessed culture, this episode offers evidence-based insights on the future of midlife health, sexual wellness, and longevity—plus powerful journaling prompts to help you transition into the new year with clarity, confidence, and self-trust.Highlights from our discussion include:Midlife health is entering the mainstreamSexual wellness is finally recognized as healthcarePolicy victories matter for your careNew podcast segments to support your journeyReflection is an act of self-careAs you close out 2025 and step into the new year, remember this truth: your pleasure has no expiration date. Your body, your desires, and your wisdom matter exactly as they are right now. Take time this week to work through the journaling prompts shared in this episode—ask yourself what you're ready to carry forward and what you're ready to leave behind. Then, submit your questions for the new "Ask Me Anything" segment anonymously to hello@pleasureinthepause.com No question is too personal or too awkward—this is your shame-free space. Subscribe to Pleasure In The Pause so you don't miss the exciting new conversations coming in 2026, and share this episode with a woman in your life who needs permission to prioritize her pleasure and step into her next chapter with confidence.LINKS MENTIONED:Let's Talk MenopauseMidlife Private PartsHot DocumentCONNECT WITH GABRIELLA ESPINOSA:InstagramLinkedInWork with Gabriella! Go to https://www.gabriellaespinosa.com/ to book a call.Full episodes on YouTube. The information shared on Pleasure in the Pause is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any decisions about your health or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or Pleasure in the Pause.

Welcome to Get Up in the Cool: Old Time Music with Cameron DeWhitt and Friends. This week's friend is Eli Broxham! We recorded this earlier in the month at his home in Nashville. Tunes in this episode: * Fine Times at Our House (0:30) * Old Horse and Buggy (16:54) * Julianne Johnson (38:07) * Shove that Pig's Foot a Little Further into the Fire (52:26) * Liza Jane (1:01:15) * BONUS TRACK: Susanna Gal Visit Eli Broxham's website (https://www.elibroxham.com/) Visit Dallas Ugly's website (https://www.dallasugly.com/) Follow Eli on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/elibroxham/) Follow Dallas Ugly on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dallasugly/) Sign up for my Playing Up the Neck online workshop series before Jan. 7 (https://www.camerondewhitt.com/store) Support Get Up in the Cool on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/getupinthecool) Send Tax Deductible Donations to Get Up in the Cool through Fracture Atlas (https://fundraising.fracturedatlas.org/get-up-in-the-cool) Sign up at Pitchfork Banjo for my clawhammer instructional series! (https://www.pitchforkbanjo.com/) Schedule a banjo lesson with Cameron (https://www.camerondewhitt.com/banjolessons) Visit Tall Poppy String Band's website (https://www.tallpoppystringband.com/) and follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/tallpoppystringband/) follow Sweeten the Third on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sweetenthethird/?hl=en)

Part 4: Pleasure, Joy + Comfort as important acts of self-care. In this episode of the series, I walk you through how pleasure, joy, and comfort are not luxuries — they are essential acts of self care. I share real, personal examples of joy and comfort from my own life — from dancing at a Bad Bunny concert, to savoring comforting foods and cozy clothes, to planning a family Holiday moment that lit up my heart. Pleasure, JOY and comfort matters deeply, activating the brain's reward and connection systems. Humans across history, across cultures —have used dance, art, and music as survival tools in times of oppression. This episode invites you to reclaim joy and comfort as essential parts of your self‑care and resilience. This is not self‑care fluff. It's much needed support and medicine. Press play. Brenda PS. GRAB THE HOLIDAY PLAYLIST  For Holiday Season support, we've curated a list of my best holiday and end-of-year episodes — all in one place. You can find it at: www.brendalomeli.com/holidayplaylist  

(Sydney Insight Meditators)

This teaching delves into the significance of prayer and intercession, exploring the challenges and disappointments often faced in prayer life. It emphasizes the importance of persistence and endurance in prayer, drawing lessons from biblical examples such as Moses and Elijah. The sermon highlights the need for a deeper commitment to prayer, encouraging listeners to pray through challenges and remain faithful in their requests to God. Real-life testimonies of healing and the dual nature of prayer—both immediate and enduring—are shared to inspire a more profound prayer life.

The NFL regular season is nearing its end, and there are plenty of must-watch games in Week 18. However, there are plenty of duds on the schedule as well. How do you decipher those can't miss games from those which you only keep tabs on your fantasy football team for? That's where the For Your Viewing Pleasure podcast comes in where hosts Jeff Hartman and Wesley Coleman talk about the slate of games in Week 18, and what you should, and shouldn't, be watching. This podcast is a part of the Pro Football Insiders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Science Fiction Audio Drama.  A new hero is capturing the imagination of the citizens on Mendaxia. His name is Bash Jordan, Alien Hunter! But behind the scenes, Bash is starting to realise that fame comes with a price. How far is he willing to go to achieve his dreams? Cast: Nick Hucker, Juliet Hargreaves, Ellen Hillman, Sarah Hodgson, Dan Proctor Written and Produced by Dan Proctor 'Galaxy of Lies' composed by Juliet Hargreaves

Why do some people find pleasure in pain? In this educational, sex-positive series, we are going to explore the science and psychology behind erotic pain—how certain sensations activate the brain's pleasure centers, why trust and vulnerability deepen the experience, and how kink dynamics create powerful emotional intimacy. In part 1 of this series we break down different types of sensation play, from spanking and scratching to temperature play and BDSM tools, all through a lens of consent, safety, and communication. Whether you're curious about kink, experienced in BDSM, or simply interested in how pleasure works, this episode offers a thoughtful, judgment-free look at the beauty of consensual pain and the connection it can create. Each part of this series we will feature deeper exploration into these topics. Send the us your sex and relationship questions and maybe you will inspire the next episode of The Dildo Whisperer. We have two ways to reach the show. You can call into our show at 844-695-2766 or you can email us at Askthedw@gmail.com. Follow us on social media @dildowhisperer The Dildo Whisperer is produced by DNR Studios. To subscribe to this show and the rest of the DNR Network of shows including the Cookie Jar Podcast visit: www.dnrstudios.com

Welcome to Episode 314 of Lucretius Today. This is a podcast dedicated to the poet Lucretius, who wrote "On The Nature of Things," the most complete presentation of Epicurean philosophy left to us from the ancient world. Each week we walk you through the Epicurean texts, and we discuss how Epicurean philosophy can apply to you today. If you find the Epicurean worldview attractive, we invite you to join us in the study of Epicurus at EpicureanFriends.com, where we discuss this and all of our podcast episodes.   We are closing in on the end of those portions of Tusculan Disputations that are most relevant to Epicurean philosophy today, so we'll pick up this week after Section 26 of Part 5.As we close in on Cicero's final arguments on virtue, we will focus on the very different view of virtue held by Epicurus. Two passages that reveal this difference are:QuoteCicero, Tusculan Disputations 3.41—42 (Usener 67, 69)[Epicurus On The End] 'For my part I cannot conceive of anything as the good if I remove the pleasures perceived by means of taste and sex and listening to music, and the pleasant motions felt by the eyes through beautiful sights, or any other pleasures which some sensation generates in a man as a whole. Certainly it is impossible to say that mental delight is the only good. For a delighted mind, as I understand it, consists in the expectation of all the things I just mentioned - to be of a nature able to acquire them without pain... ' A little later he adds: 'I have often asked men who were called wise what they could retain as the content of goods if they removed those things, unless they wanted to pour out empty words. I could learn nothing from them; and if they want to babble on about virtues and wisdoms, they will be speaking of nothing except the way in which those pleasures I mentioned are produced.' (Long & Sedley - Hellenistic Philosophers)QuoteXII. The truth of the position that pleasure is the ultimate good will most readily appear from the following illustration. Let us imagine a man living in the continuous enjoyment of numerous and vivid pleasures alike of body and of mind, undisturbed either by the presence or by the prospect of pain: what possible state of existence could we describe as being more excellent or more desirable? One so situated must possess in the first place a strength of mind that is proof against all fear of death or of pain; he will know that death means complete unconsciousness, and that pain is generally light if long and short if strong, so that its intensity is compensated by brief duration and its continuance by diminishing severity. Let such a man moreover have no dread of any supernatural power; let him never suffer the pleasures of the past to fade away, but constantly renew their enjoyment in recollection, and his lot will be one which will not admit of further improvement.Suppose on the other hand a person crushed beneath the heaviest load of mental and of bodily anguish to which humanity is liable. Grant him no hope of ultimate relief in view also give him no pleasure either present or in prospect. Can one describe or imagine a more pitiable state? If then a life full of pain is the thing most to be avoided, it follows that to live in pain is the highest evil; and this position implies that a life of pleasure is the ultimate good. In fact the mind possesses nothing in itself upon which it can rest as final. Every fear, every sorrow can be traced back to pain; there is no other thing besides pain which is of its own nature capable of causing either anxiety or distress.Pleasure and pain moreover supply the motives of desire and of avoidance, and the springs of conduct generally. This being so, it clearly follows that actions are right and praiseworthy only as being a means to the attainment of a life of pleasure. But that which is not itself a means to anything else, but to which all else is a means, is what the Greeks term the Telos, the highest, ultimate or final Good. It must therefore be admitted that the Chief Good is to live agreeably.https://www.epicureanfriends.com/thread/4876-episode-314-td41-the-war-between-virtue-defined-1-absolutely-as-end-in-itself-vs/?postID=38314#post38314

(Sydney Insight Meditators)

In this special bonus episode of the Create! Podcast, Kat (Ekaterina Popova) sits down with artist and curator Victoria Fry, founder of The New Visionary Art Collective, for a grounded and nourishing conversation about creativity, intuition, and building a sustainable creative practice and career. Together, they explore the importance of making art for pleasure separate from career expectations, balancing multiple creative roles, and staying connected to intuition and inner joy. Kat also shares insights from her 100-Day Painting Challenge and reflects on how daily practice can transform both studio work and mindset. This episode is an invitation to slow down, reconnect with why you make art, and create from a place of trust rather than pressure. Topics Covered: • Making art for pleasure, not performance • Balancing creative business with studio practice • Letting go of perfectionism and expectations • Daily practice as devotion and self-trust • The role of intuition and the inner child in artmaking • Creating sustainable momentum as an artist Links & Resources: Create! Magazine https://createmagazine.co Paint With Kat https://paintwithkat.com 100-Day Painting Challenge https://www.paintwithkat.com/challenge Visionary Art Collective https://www.visionaryartcollective.com Connect with the Podcast: Subscribe to the Create! Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen. Leave a review to support the show and help more artists discover these conversations. About the Host: Ekaterina Popova is an artist, educator, and founder of Create! Magazine, an international platform supporting contemporary artists through publishing, education, and community.

What does it mean to be erotically alive—and how do we reclaim that connection after trauma, disconnection, or years of shutting down?In this intimate and illuminating conversation, I'm joined by trauma-informed somatic educator and Netflix's Sex, Love & goop expert Darshana Avila. Together, we unpack the deeper meaning of erotic aliveness, the body as a gateway to truth, and how our capacity for pleasure and power is often buried beneath layers of cultural conditioning and trauma.We explore the role of somatic safety in true intimacy, what it means to center the body over the mind in healing work, and how you can begin to feel more at home within yourself again.Darshana shares potent reflections from her own life, as well as embodied tools you can begin practicing now to move from shutdown to sensation, from dissociation to desire.This episode is a powerful reminder: your pleasure is not frivolous—it's foundational. And reclaiming it is a radical, healing act.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/gHt7QKw8K1gConnect with Darshana:www.darshanaavila.comwww.instagram.com/darshana_avilawww.youtube.com/@darshana-avilawww.linkedin.com/in/darshana-avilaFREE GIFT: skool.com/galgasmGalgasm! is a free online community hub for women and AFAB folks ready to live, love and lead from their deepest pleasure and power. With a library full of resources and live-taught workshops and Q&A sessions with Darshana, it's a wonderful way to begin your journey to Erotic Wholeness.Connect with me:❥Softening into self- 3 month 1:1 with Whats App Support:https://marina-yt.mykajabi.com/offers/PAWQhZHu❥❥1:1 Coaching with me: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWcZM5s9c2OjOLwoGMI5jE6rh_JAzjN2d_vCtuVe7e3pVGxw/viewform❥❥❥Stay or Go Course: ⁠https://marinayt.com/stay-or-go⁠ ❥❥❥❥ FREE RESOURCE: a step-by-step process of working with your triggersTRIGGERED TO ROOTED: A ROADMAP TO CREATE TREASURES FROM YOUR TRIGGERSThis powerful step by step process will walk you through how to somatically move through a trigger, ground yourself, allow the emotions to come up and experience massive growth in your lifeDownload here:⁠ ⁠https://marinayt.com/trigger-2-rooted⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram:⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/marina.y.t⁠⁠ Subscribe to YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@marinatriner Top Episode Quotes:“You can't force the body to open. You can only invite it to feel safe.” “Erotic aliveness is your creative life force—not just sex, but your ability to feel, to create, to be present.” “The nervous system remembers everything. But it also knows how to heal.” “We've been taught to live from the neck up. Healing means coming home to the body.”“Pleasure is not a luxury. It's a compass pointing us toward aliveness.”somatic healing, trauma recovery, erotic embodiment, nervous system regulation, intimacy, sexual healing, darshana avila, netflix sex love and goop, pleasure and power, trauma-informed healing, body-based therapy, reclaiming desire, embodied relationships, somatics for intimacy

Click here to send me a quick message :) What is arousal and how is it related to your vagus nerve, past trauma or feeling unsafe, your stress levels, or even your body just being built differently?In today's medley episode we explore all of these concepts. In this liminal time out of time that is "holiday season" there is often an overstimulation happening, but also an invitation to slow down. I heard recently that this time of the year is when a large percentage of babies are conceived and I wonder how much that relates to this reflective inner quieting that allows the rest of life to sort of fall away and couples to feel more connected, and perhaps a little more in their pleasure bodies, than in other times of the year.Maybe we can get a little curious about what contributes to this? How does taking time off of work, rest and reflection, the invitation to celebrate and feel hopeful impact our nervous systems and our capacity for pleasure?Just some meandering questions for you to ponder with me if you'd like. But if you want to get a little nerdy with me - learn about the vagus nerve, the organ that is your cervix and what pleasure potential lies there, and som reflective perspectives from occupational therapist Laura Rowan on what might be getting in the way of or enhancing your pleasure, this episode is perfect for you.Resources:Free classsss Jan 13th! Sign up: What is your cycle telling you??Today's shownotes: Nervous system impact on arousal, orgasm + pleasureEpisode 64: How the vagus nerve impacts arousal & pelvic organsEpisode 87: From pain to pleasure w Laura RowanEpisode 98: Reclaim your cervix!If you loved this episode, share it with a friend, or take a screenshot and share on social media and tag me @herbalwombwisdomAnd if you love this podcast, leave a rating & write a review! It's really helpful to get the show to more amazing humans like you.  ❤️DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only, I am not providing any medical advice, I am not a medical practitioner, I'm an herbalist and in the US, there is no path to licensure for herbalists, so my role is as an herbal educator. Please do your own research and consult your healthcare provider for any personal concerns.Support the show

Are you planning 2026 completely wrong? CHRIS WILLIAMSON, Modern Wisdom host, breaks down goal setting errors, procrastination psychology, stress overload, dating mistakes and the ONE strategy that works! Chris Williamson is the host of the Modern Wisdom podcast and a leading voice on men's development, productivity and the challenges of modern life. He is also the creator of the 3 Minute Monday newsletter, where he shares weekly insights on discipline, focus and meaning.  He explains:  ◼️Why your goals keep failing you no matter how motivated you feel ◼️The SINGLE question that decides if 2026 is a breakout year ◼️The real reason PROCRASTINATION protects you from success ◼️Why doing less beats trying harder every time ◼️How stress and dating confusion hold men back 00:00 Intro 05:18 Choosing a Productive New Year's Resolution 12:11 The Real Thing You Should Be Doing 19:18 The Idea That "I Will Be Enough When..." 20:13 How to Find Success 23:22 The Hidden and Hurtful Metrics of Success 39:24 The Cost of Alcohol on Your Habits 42:07 If You're Not Okay, You Won't Choose Healthy Habits 46:38 The Biggest Learnings to Stay Consistent 48:42 Burnout, Imposter Syndrome, and Anxiety 53:24 The Two Main Reasons for Procrastination 01:00:56 America and the UK: Differences in Success Approaches 01:06:10 I Wish Britain Celebrated the Success of Its People 01:07:40 Ads 01:08:42 I Never Thought I'd Amounted to Much 01:18:19 How to Know What You Really Want in Life 01:33:54 Modeling What It Means to Be a Good Man 01:39:08 Ads 01:41:10 The Lonely Chapter in Everyone's Life 01:47:15 Problems Are a Feature of Life, Not a Bug 01:53:19 Psychological Stability in a Partner 01:55:48 The Dating World and Finding a Partner 01:58:40 The One Thing That Will Make You More Attractive 02:02:30 Why You Shouldn't Wait for Anything 02:12:22 The Hardest 12 Months of My Life 02:19:12 The Pleasure in Small Things Follow Chris: YouTube - https://bit.ly/4j1xhIh  Instagram - https://bit.ly/3XZ9QFS  X - https://bit.ly/3YDcCAJ Chris' episode with Naval Ravikant - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2KyMXeMQS0djxazcFJZaSb?si=hKzVb_ENTlWUCP1rRywYRA You can find out more about Chris' 2026 template, here: https://bit.ly/4552AvW  The Diary Of A CEO: ◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors:  Pipedrive - https://pipedrive.com/CEO  Adobe Express - https://Adobe.Ly/OneBetter  Ketone - https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription order

Opening: Joy evangelizes (and kids teach us)The “joyful demeanor” that opens doors to talking about Jesus (without getting weird).A godfather breakfast on a baptism anniversary becomes a living lesson in evangelization.“Five seconds” theology: most of our daily encounters are brief—so what do we do with them?The Thomistic pivot: Why life feels like a blurTime accelerates as you age; “someday” becomes a trap.Many men feel stuck for 10–15 years—spiritually, vocationally, relationally, and in work.The antidote isn't bigger ambition—it's better order.Aquinas on happiness: What won't satisfyAquinas method: name the end (happiness), then rule out false ends.Wealth: money is a means, not a final end.Honor / reputation: depends on others; happiness must be stable and interior.Power: instrumental, addictive, and easily disguised as “leadership.”Pleasure: real and good, but cannot be the end—pleasure perfects an act, it doesn't define the goal.The positive claim: What happiness actually isPerfect happiness is the vision of God (beatific vision).We can't fully attain it in this life, but we can live an imperfect happiness by ordering our lives toward it.Key shift: beatitude, not optimization.Hierarchy of goods (practical framework for 2026)Three filters for any resolution:Is it ordered toward the highest good? (God, truth, contemplation)Does it support your vocation? (husband/father, priest, etc.)Does it treat lesser goods as means? (money, status, comfort serve the mission)Concrete resolutions (small, durable, lifelong)“Not huge shifts—small profitable habits that stick.”Guarding silence and adding a few more minutes of contemplative prayer.A reminder: you can “succeed” without prayer, but not in the way a Christian wants to succeed.The closing medicine: Gratitude slows timeGratitude grounds you in the present and breaks the “always next” mindset.

For this week's main podcast review, Katie Johnson, Dan Bayer, and Giovanni Lago join me to discuss the latest film from Josh Safdie, "Marty Supreme" starring Timothée Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A'zion, Kevin O'Leary, Tyler Okonma, Abel Ferrara & Fran Drescher. His first solo directing effort since his debut with "The Pleasure of Being Robbed," Josh Safdie delivers a true American sports comedy-drama loosely inspired by the life and career of American table tennis player Marty Reisman. The film had its world premiere as a surprise screening at the New York Film Festival to rave reviews and reactions for its performances, direction, writing, casting, editing, and score, with many hailing it as one of the greatest sports and New York films ever made. What did we think of it? Please tune in as we discuss these elements, its awards season chances, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before the New Year even begins, we might find ourselves with the same list of resolutions. What if, next year, instead of merely surviving the year in pursuit of self-fulfillment, we start 2026 by living differently for God's glory?Speaker: Ptr. JP MasakayanSeries: A Different Way To LiveScripture Reading: 1 Peter 4:1-11Watch the full message here: https://go.ccf.org.ph/12282025Eng

Join Dewey and I as we do our annual catch up on with one another podcast chat.We talk about where we are at with our respective shows and the ebbs and flows of doing something weekly for almost 10 years, and kinda taking a step back from it for a bit. We reflect on the loss of Dave Shapiro and discuss the MASSIVE reach Dave had on not only our lives personally but so many of the bands and artists we love, and how his legacy will be one that will probably never be seen/felt again. Dewey shares how he's gotten into a new creative endevour in screen printing. We talk about the far reaching community that has provided him, and the various spaces within from bootlegs and vintage to me working in a bigger shop that makes merch for touring artists and retail alike. All this and more as I catch up with the renaissance man himself.Music:Hard Lines by Tom Denney Show Sponsor:Rockabilia (⁠www.rockabilia.com⁠) USE OUR CODE BREWTALLY AND GET 10% OFF YOUR TOTAL ORDER!!Links:Facebook:www.facebook.com/peerppodwww.facebook.com/rockabiliacomwww.facebook.com/brewspeakpodInstagram:@peerpleasurepod, @lightthriller , @rockabiliacom, @brewspeakpod, @jbeatty616 Twitter:@podpeerpleasure, @rockabilia, @brewspeakpod, @jbeatty616Website: peerpleasurepodcast.comwww.lightthriller.netEmail:Brewtallyspeaking@gmail.comRATE/REVIEW/SUBSCRIBE!!!

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If you've grown weary of traditional resolutions, but you still carry a glimmer of hope that positive change is possible for us imperfect humans—then you'll love mindful intention-setting.  In this practice from his mini-course, mindful leadership trainer Rich Fernandez shows us how to vividly envision the "imagine if" possibilities. When we tap into meaning, passion, and a felt sense of welcoming what we long for, it's easier to get clear on the purpose behind our pursuits.  Rich Fernandez is the former CEO of Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute (SIYLI). He was previously the director of executive education and people development at Google, where he was also one of the first SIY teachers. Rich previously co-founded Wisdom Labs and has also served in senior roles at eBay, J.P. Morgan Chase and Bank of America. The transcription of this guided meditation will be online at Mindful.org next week.  Stay curious, stay inspired. Join our community by signing up for our free newsletter:  mindful.org/signup Show Notes Find more from Rich Fernandez here. Go Deeper There are subtle but crucial differences between making traditional New Year's resolutions and setting intentions for the future—because in mindfulness, everything is anchored in self-acceptance and self-love, rather than a quest for endless self-improvement. To learn more and start practicing a gentler, more sustainable way to change and growth, check out these articles on Mindful.org: Why Do Resolutions Fail? 5 Ways to Invite Positive and Lasting Change  Three Ways to Refresh and Renew—No Resolutions Needed  3 Science-Backed Strategies to Build Healthy Habits in the New Year  The Power of Sustainable Self-Care  The Power and Pleasure of Intention: How to Turn Your Dreams into Daily Reality  You can access all modules of Rich's mini-course on Mindful.org here. And to experience another approach to intention-setting, try A Guided Meditation to Set Your Intentions for the New Year  And more from Mindful here: More episodes of 12 Minute Meditation Let us know what you thought of this episode of 12 Minute Meditation by leaving a review or by emailing yourwords@mindful.org.  

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Welcome back to the No Labels, No Limits Podcast!In this encore episode, we're joined by Allyson Chavez—prosperity and success coach for ambitious, God-centered women, bestselling author of The Prosperity Approach, and sought-after speaker featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and more.Allyson's message is powerful and countercultural:Challenge is necessary. Struggle is not.Everything is happening for you, not to you—even the moments that feel impossible.She teaches women how to:Achieve phenomenal results with easeBend time & spaceCreate success without grind or hustleLead and live from powerful feminine energyReshape their reality using universal lawsBuild prosperity without guilt, fear, or burnoutIn this conversation, Allyson breaks down the mindset shifts, spiritual principles, and energetic strategies women need to create abundance, peace, and joy in both business and life.In This Episode, You'll Learn:• What it means to be “ambitious and God-centered” in businessWho Allyson serves and why this calling matters today more than ever.• How to lead with Feminine EnergyWhy most women unknowingly lead from masculine modes—and how to shift into ease, flow, and intuition.• The truth about how money worksAnd why guilt, fear, and anxiety sabotage success.• Using universal laws in practical, real-life waysSimple, aligned steps to create momentum without burnout.• The role of fear & anxiety in women's leadershipHow to release old survival patterns and step into grounded power.• Pleasure as a success toolWhat it really means—and how it elevates feminine leaders.• Letting go of fear around spending and receiving moneyThe mindset reframe that opens the door to prosperity.(Note: As this is an encore episode, promotions mentioned in the original recording may no longer be active.)Connect with Allyson ChavezWebsite: https://allysonchavez.com/Podcast: The Prosperity Approach → http://prosperityapproach.com/listenInstagram (DM her!): https://www.instagram.com/allysonchavez_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allyson.a.chavez/FB Group: Success Without Struggle → https://www.facebook.com/groups/609772773604792LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allysonchavez15Connect with Sarah Boxx:Website: https://sarahboxx.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategicvisioncoach/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahboxxsherpa/Check out our sister show, the Nonprofit Podcast, where we dive into strategies for nonprofit leaders and change agents driving real community impact. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts!⁨@NonprofitsToday⁩ https://shows.acast.com/nonprofits-today Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The NFL regular season is nearing its end, and there are plenty of must-watch games in Week 17. However, there are plenty of duds on the schedule as well. How do you decipher those can't miss games from those which you only keep tabs on your fantasy football team for? That's where the For Your Viewing Pleasure podcast comes in where hosts Jeff Hartman and Wesley Coleman talk about the slate of games in Week 17, and what you should, and shouldn't, be watching. This podcast is a part of the Pro Football Insiders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this re-release of a classic episode of the Presence Pioneers Podcast, Matthew Lilley discusses the concept of forerunners in the context of Jesus' first and second comings. He highlights key biblical figures such as Anna and John the Baptist, emphasizing their roles in preparing the way for Jesus. The conversation explores the importance of prayer, fasting, and partnership with God in fulfilling His purposes. Matthew encourages listeners to embrace their calling as forerunners, engaging in a lifestyle of prayer and intercession to prepare for Jesus' return. Merry Christmas!

The NFL regular season is nearing its end, and there are plenty of must-watch games in Week 17. However, there are plenty of duds on the schedule as well. How do you decipher those can't miss games from those which you only keep tabs on your fantasy football team for? That's where the For Your Viewing Pleasure podcast comes in where hosts Jeff Hartman and Wesley Coleman talk about the slate of games in Week 17, and what you should, and shouldn't, be watching. This podcast is a part of the Pro Football Insiders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you struggling with hormone therapy that isn't working? Wondering why testosterone for women is so hard to access? Feeling confused about vaginal estrogen warnings? This special Best of 2025 episode of Pleasure In The Pause tackles the most pressing questions midlife women asked this year about hormone optimization, sexual satisfaction, and reclaiming pleasure during perimenopause and menopause.Host Gabriela Espinosa revisits the year's most downloaded conversations—featuring leading women's health experts discussing hormone therapy optimization, the truth about testosterone for women, the historic FDA hearing on vaginal estrogen, redefining sexual satisfaction in midlife, exploring fantasy and desire, and discovering the five essential pleasure principles every woman should know. Whether you're navigating symptoms, considering hormone therapy, or simply want to feel more alive in your body, this episode delivers evidence-based insights and empowering tools for thriving through midlife.Featuring conversations with Dr. Jila Senemar, Dr. Susan Hardwich-Smith, Dr. Laurie Mintz, and Lauren Elise Rogers. Highlights from our discussion include:The "big three" hormones—estradiol, progesterone, and testosterone—each address different menopausal symptoms, and treatment should be individualized based on your top priorities like sleep, mood, energy, or libido.Women naturally produce more testosterone than estradiol throughout their lives, yet have zero FDA-approved testosterone products compared to men's 20+, despite proven benefits for libido, bone health, muscle mass, and cognitive function.Low-dose vaginal estrogen cannot be detected in the bloodstream yet carries an unfounded FDA black box warning, preventing millions of women from accessing a safe treatment that prevents 50% of UTIs.Only 4-18% of women orgasm from penetration alone, and less than 2% use penetration when masturbating—closing the pleasure gap requires prioritizing clitoral stimulation as the main event, not just "foreplay."Erotic fantasy, built on the four cornerstones of longing, taboo, power, and ambivalence, can be a healthy springboard to arousal when integrated openly rather than pushed into the shadows.A turned-on life in midlife isn't about performance or sexy lingerie—it's about living in alignment with what fuels your joy, vitality, and truth, whether through art, nature, movement, or intimate touch.2025 was a turning point for women's health—from historic FDA hearings to conversations shattering decades of sexual myths and medical dogma. These six episodes represent what midlife women are hungry for: truth, empowerment, and permission to reclaim pleasure on their own terms.As you move into 2026, remember that your pleasure isn't optional—it's your birthright. Whether you're advocating for better hormone therapy, learning what actually brings you to orgasm, or discovering what makes you feel fully alive, this is your invitation to thrive.CONNECT WITH GABRIELLA ESPINOSA:InstagramLinkedInAccess the Intimacy Holiday Gift Guide today. Go to https://www.gabriellaespinosa.com/ to book a call.Full episodes on YouTube. The information shared on Pleasure in the Pause is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any decisions about your health or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or Pleasure in the Pause.

In this conversation, I speak with psychotherapist and sexologist Suzannah Weiss about women's sexual health, the challenges we face, and why it's so important for us to advocate for our own needs. We discuss her book Eve's Blessing, which explores how pain has been normalised in women's lives and why healthcare systems need to respond more effectively. We also talk about empowerment, objectification, and the vital role of consent, especially in the context of sexual assault. Together, we explore how women can navigate their sexuality post‑menopause and the importance of finding healthcare providers who truly support us.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sex Advice for Seniors01:21 Eve's Blessing: Women's Sexual Health and Pain05:30 The Importance of Healthcare in Women's Sexuality10:11 Subjectified: Empowerment and Objectification17:29 Healing Through Narrative: Sexual Assault and Consent23:05 Navigating Sexuality Post-Menopause26:45 Conclusion and Resourceswww.suzannahweiss.comhttps://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1549106https://www.amazon.com/Eves-Blessing-Uncovering-Pleasure-Behind/dp/1509566171/https://www.amazon.com/Subjectified-Becoming-Subject-Suzannah-Weiss/dp/150956019XUnlock even more pleasure, clarity, and confidence in your intimate life by becoming a paid subscriber. You'll gain full access to every weekly blog, the complete archive of 150+ expert-led podcasts, the private chat room for candid Q&A, and my 32‑page guide Sex Toys and Supplements for Thriving in Later Life. If you're ready to deepen your knowledge, explore new possibilities, and feel fully supported on your journey, upgrade today only £6.99/month or £49.99/year. Get full access to Sex Advice for Seniors at www.sexadviceforseniors.com/subscribe

Part 4: Pleasure, Joy + Comfort as important acts of self-care. In this episode of the series, I walk you through how pleasure, joy, and comfort are not luxuries — they are essential acts of self care. I share real, personal examples of joy and comfort from my own life — from dancing at a Bad Bunny concert, to savoring comforting foods and cozy clothes, to planning a family Holiday moment that lit up my heart. Pleasure, JOY and comfort matters deeply, activating the brain's reward and connection systems. Humans across history, across cultures —have used dance, art, and music as survival tools in times of oppression. This episode invites you to reclaim joy and comfort as essential parts of your self‑care and resilience. This is not self‑care fluff. It's much needed support and medicine. Press play. Brenda PS. GRAB THE HOLIDAY PLAYLIST  For Holiday Season support, we've curated a list of my best holiday and end-of-year episodes — all in one place. You can find it at: www.brendalomeli.com/holidayplaylist Part 4: Pleasure, Joy + Comfort as important acts of self-care. In this episode of the series, I walk you through how pleasure, joy, and comfort are not luxuries — they are essential acts of self care. I share real, personal examples of joy and comfort from my own life — from dancing at a Bad Bunny concert, to savoring comforting foods and cozy clothes, to planning a family Holiday moment that lit up my heart. Pleasure, JOY and comfort matters deeply, activating the brain's reward and connection systems. Humans across history, across cultures —have used dance, art, and music as survival tools in times of oppression. This episode invites you to reclaim joy and comfort as essential parts of your self‑care and resilience. This is not self‑care fluff. It's much needed support and medicine. Press play. Brenda PS. GRAB THE HOLIDAY PLAYLIST  For Holiday Season support, we've curated a list of my best holiday and end-of-year episodes — all in one place. You can find it at: www.brendalomeli.com/holidayplaylist  

If sex has started to feel heavy, pressured, or like something you should be doing instead of something you genuinely want, this episode is for you.Many women in long-term relationships still enjoy sex, but feel disconnected from desire, sensation, or ease. Not because something is wrong with them or their relationship, but because pressure has quietly crept into intimacy.In this episode, we're unpacking the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways couples put pressure on sex, from frequency expectations, to orgasm chasing, to the unspoken guilt that builds over time, and why that pressure actually shuts pleasure down.You'll learn:Why pressure is read by your nervous system as a threat, not an invitationHow the “ticking clock” and orgasm focus sabotage desire — even when attraction is thereWhy this isn't a libido problem, a hormone problem, or a communication failureHow pressure impacts both partners — and creates avoidance, resentment, and disconnectionWhat actually creates the conditions for desire, connection, and pleasure to returnThis is a grounded, honest conversation for real women in real relationships — not sex tips, performance advice, or quick fixes. We're talking about embodiment, nervous system safety, and responsibility without self-blame.If you're ready to stop forcing intimacy and start creating space for pleasure to breathe again, this episode will meet you right where you are.

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Peter Herbeck is the Vice President and Director of Missions for Renewal Ministries. Peter oversees the work of lay mission teams throughout the world who work to equip Catholic lay people, bishops, priests, and religious to respond to Blessed Pope John Paul II's call for a new evangelization. He has traveled extensively in the U.S., Canada, Africa, and Eastern Europe for the past thirty years, assisting and training local churches in proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ and ministering through the exercise of spiritual gifts.  In this episode, Peter continues his discussion of the Season of Advent and the coming of Christ at Christmas.Fire On the Earth Airs weekdays at 5am and 2pm Pacific Time go to Spiritfilledevents.com you can also get our free app for your Android and Apple devices. Search Spirit Filled Radio to access our radio app. Support the show

Holiday Specials END IN DAYS — Save up to 50% through Dec 31 This is the final week to access our biggest offers of the year before they close. Details here This isn't a wrap-up — it's a threshold. This Year-End Astrology episode explores the Solstice → New Year portal and what's now opening as 2025 completes. We move day-by-day through Dec 22–28, with a preview through Dec 31, tracking the shift from shedding into embodiment. If 2025 stripped you down, this episode reveals where the new is now asking to be lived — not just understood — as you step toward 2026. Episode Highlights Entering a new epoch: how attention, consciousness, and choice open future timelines Divine Child / Horus activation and the birth of new consciousness Christ & Mary Magdalene energies awakening sacred masculine–feminine harmony Venus on the Galactic Center: feminine magnetism, pleasure-based healing, and creation energy Kali on the North Node: fierce destiny alignment, ego-slaying clarity, and sacred “no/yes” moments Grand Cross recalibration: Isis mysteries, wise action, and Uranus–Merlin alchemy leading into Dec 31 ReWilding Holiday Special Offers! Step into the Brightest, Truest You in 2026 (END DEC 31)  Mary Magdalene Journey Embodied initiation into sacred feminine ground ► Details here Lovers: Venus, Mary Magdalene, and Lalita 3-for-2 Bundle (Save $197) Three archetypes, one current of love & radiance ► Access here Archetype IX Library (Save $1,000 + 4 Months LIVE Coaching) 36 archetypes. 12 gateways. Full Mystery School access ► Save $1,000 + 3 Month Coaching  BONES Membership (Get 4 Months Free) Monthly LIVE Circles, deep support & $690+ in bonuses ► ReWilding Membership 4 Months Free All Holiday Offers (Save up to 50%) → Details here Listen to “Dec 22–31 Astrology | Solstice to New Year & 2025's Final Portal“ podcast here… Topics Explored in “Dec 22–31 Astrology | Solstice to New Year & 2025's Final Portal” podcast: (Times based off audio version) (0:00) Solstice Portal Reset | Standing in the New (5:05) 3I/Atlas + New Moon Echo | Union Codes (8:29) Horus Divine Child | New Human Union (12:51) Don't Miss the New Epoch | Turn Your Attention (16:04) Dec 22 | Venus @ Galactic Center: Feminine Magnetism Activation (22:21) Dec 23 | Magdalene Light-Up + Venus/Hecate/Neptune (26:49) Dec 24 | Venus → Capricorn + Kali North Node (32:32) Venus Opposite Hygeia: Miraculous Healing, Pleasure & Feminine Recode (35:05) Dec 25 | Moon + Kali NN: Destiny “No/Yes” (37:52) Grand Cross | Medusa + Vesta vs Jupiter + Pele + Chiron (Sacred Flame Initiation) (42:17) Dec 26 | Sun–Isis + Venus–Magdalene Gifts (47:55) Dec 27 | Mercury–Chiron: Integrate & Plan (49:09) Dec 28 | Mars–Sophia + Persephone: Wise Action You can leave a comment or question for Sabrina on the YouTube version of this episode. Listen to after “Dec 22–31 Astrology | Solstice to New Year & 2025's Final Portal”: Snake to Horse Portal Episode Watch Part 1 — “Are You in the First Wave?”  Watch Part 2 – “2025 Consciousness Shift Explained“ Galactic Center, Sag New Moon + Solstice Portal  STAY CONNECTED ReWilding Weekly (free, embodied astrology)  IG  Website  Disclaimer: Educational/spiritual perspectives; not medical/mental-health advice. #2025Shift #NewHuman #SpiritualAwakening Welcome to ReWilding with Sabrina Lynn & ReWilding for Women! A gifted facilitator of revolutionary inner work and the world's leading archetypal embodiment expert, Sabrina Lynn is the creator of the groundbreaking ReWilding Way and founder of ReWilding For Women. Sabrina has led more than 100,000 people through programs based on the ReWilding Way, a modality of healing and awakening that strips away the false, the deep wounds from early life, and the fears that hold people back, to reveal their true and unique soul light and help them build their innate capacity to shine it in the world. Her work includes in-person retreats and events, the monthly ReWilding Membership, Living Close to the Bone, Priest/ess Trainings, Mystery Schools, the ReWilding with the Archetypes, and the wildly popular 6 Faces of the Feminine workshop series. Welcome to ReWilding! The post 356 – Dec 22–31 Astrology | Solstice to New Year & 2025's Final Portal appeared first on Rewilding for Women.

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What St Isaac exposes here is not a technique but a diagnosis. He is ruthless because the sickness is deep. The soul is meant to be good soil but soil is not neutral ground. It either receives the seed with vigilance or it becomes choked. Remembrance of God is not a poetic feeling but a sustained pressure on the heart a vigilance that does not sleep. When this remembrance is alive the soul becomes a place where God Himself shades and illumines. There is no romance here. Light appears inside darkness not because the darkness is denied but because the soul has chosen to stand watch within it. St Isaac refuses to let us spiritualize our way around the body. The belly is not incidental. What enters the mouth reaches the heart. He speaks bluntly because self deception thrives in vagueness. Excess dulls perception. Pleasure thickens the air of the soul. Wisdom is not stolen from us by demons alone but smothered by our own indulgence. A full belly does not merely weaken resolve it fuels lust because the body has been trained to demand satisfaction. This is not moralism. It is anthropology. The knowledge of God does not coexist with a body that has been enthroned. Here asceticism is revealed as truth telling. It strips away the lie that discipline is punishment. Labor is not opposed to grace. Labor is the ground where grace becomes intelligible. St Isaac compares it to labor pains because knowledge of God is not an idea grasped but a life brought forth. Without toil there is no birth only fantasy. Sloth does not simply delay holiness it gives birth to shame because the soul knows it has avoided the cost of truth. This is where the inner disposition becomes decisive. Asceticism without remembrance hardens into pride. Asceticism without humility becomes violence against the self. But remembrance without discipline dissolves into sentimentality. St Isaac holds them together because life demands it. The question is not how much one fasts or how little one sleeps but whether the heart is consenting to be trained. Discipline embraced with resentment breeds bitterness. Discipline embraced with attention becomes wisdom. In an age starved of living elders this teaching cuts even deeper. We are tempted either to abandon asceticism entirely or to turn it into a private project shaped by personality and preference. St Isaac offers neither comfort. He places responsibility back into the hands of the one who desires God. The absence of elders does not absolve us. It makes inner honesty more urgent. The body becomes the first elder. Hunger teaches restraint. Fatigue teaches humility. Failure teaches mercy. If these are ignored no amount of reading will save us. Christ's closeness to the mouth of the one who endures hardship is not sentimental reassurance. It is promise and warning. He draws near to the body that has consented to the Cross. Not to the body pampered under the language of balance or self care. The care Christ offers is not the removal of hardship but His presence within it. Asceticism then is not heroic excess but fidelity to reality. It is the refusal to live divided. Priceless indeed is labor wrought with wisdom because it produces not control but clarity. The soul begins to see. And once it sees it can no longer pretend. --- Text of chat during the group: 00:01:50 Fr. Charbel Abernethy: Page 170 paragraph 5 00:06:54 susan: how is lori hatari? 00:14:30 Fr. Charbel Abernethy: Page 170 paragraph 5 00:27:40 Eleana Urrego: the brain register emotional and physical pain in the same way. 00:29:59 Jessica McHale: A question about ascetic disciplines of the body: I discerned monastic life with an order of nuns that wouldn't let me fast.(3 times a week was all I was asking) and wouldn't allow me to exercise more than a contemplative walk (which is not exercise to me). I feel very much called to fast for spiritual reasons and called to bodily stewardship as well. It's very personal. I coudl never understand how monastic nuns could discourage this and encourage--in my opinion--indulging in food too much. 00:31:48 Una's iPhone: Reacted to "A question about asc…" with

Stacey Williams joins Joanna Coles as the anticipated release of the Epstein files throws fresh scrutiny on Donald Trump's long-denied proximity to Jeffrey Epstein. Williams recounts how a dinner invitation led to a relationship with Epstein—and, she says, to being deliberately walked into Trump Tower where Trump groped her while Epstein stood by, a moment she now believes was staged. Does her account expose how power, silence, and sexual coercion were normalized at the highest levels—and why Trump remains untouched as others in Epstein's orbit fall? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is Part 3 of the Christmas Clean series, designed to help men stay clean and free from pornography through the potentially triggering holiday season, ensuring they enter the New Year with momentum. This episode challenges the world's message that Christmas is "all about you", and instead focuses on the power of making the season about others.   Know more about Sathiya's work: Join Deep Clean Inner Circle - The Brotherhood You Neeed (+ get coached by Sathiya) For Less Than $2/day Submit Your Questions (Anonymously) To Be Answered On The Podcast Get A Free Copy of The Last Relapse, Your Blueprint For Recovery Watch Sathiya on Youtube For More Content Like This   Chapters:  (00:30) Introduction: The World's Message vs. The Truth. (00:54) The Research and Strategy of Being Charitable for a Clean Christmas. (01:14) Series Goal: Catapulting into 2026 as a Free Man. (01:52) The Message: It's Not About You. (02:18) The Problem with Self-Centricity: Materialism, Pleasure, and the Connection to Pornography. (03:17) The Strategy: Don't Make It About You; Make It About Someone. (03:36) Story: The Grandkid Who Cried Over One Missing Gift. (04:30) The New Tradition: Giving Toys to Kids in Need. (05:12) Why Making It About "Me" Leads to a "Blue Christmas". (05:43) The Research: Meaning and Purpose Diminish Pornography Use (Jay Strainor). (06:23) Practical Example: Supporting a Struggling Family Member. (07:28) Meaningful Christmas = Less Pornography. (07:44) Provocative Question: What can you do that's bigger than you?. (08:24) It doesn't have to be wild—a phone call is meaningful (08:49)The Host's Goal: Meaningful Conversations and Encouragement. (09:47) More Joy and Meaning from Giving. (10:11) Sneak Peek at Part 4: The BLT.  

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All of us think we know what addiction looks like. It's the compulsive consumption of drugs, alcohol, or nicotine. But psychiatrist Anna Lembke argues that our conception of addiction is far too narrow — and that a broader understanding of addiction might help us to understand why so many people are anxious and depressed. This week, we revisit a 2023 episode that remains of the most popular in the history of our show. We'll explore how and why humans are wired to pursue pleasure, and all the ways the modern world tempts us with addictive substances and behaviors.Looking for the perfect holiday gift for the Hidden Brain fan in your life? How about a membership to our podcast subscription, Hidden Brain+? You can learn more about gift subscriptions at patreon.com/hiddenbrain/gift. If t-shirts, tote bags and mugs are more your thing, you can find all kinds of Hidden Brain swag at our online store -- just go to shop.hiddenbrain.org. And if you prefer to give the gift of an experience, consider tickets to our live tour! To see where we're headed in 2026, go to hiddenbrain.org/tour. Thanks and Happy Holidays! Episode image by adriandra karuniawan for Unsplash+  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.