Podcasts about Tantric

For years we've been told that resilience is the answer.Build resilience.Become stronger.Bounce back.And while resilience has served us beautifully, what if it was never meant to be the destination?In this deeply personal episode, I share the philosophy that has quietly been weaving itself through my work for years—a way of living I now call The Venusian Revolution.This isn't about rejecting resilience.It's about discovering what resilience has been preparing us for.A life that is not only healed...But fully alive.Together we'll explore the movement from fixing to remembering, from striving to relationship, and from simply surviving to becoming exquisitely available to life itself.Because healing is part of the journey.But aliveness is the destination.✨ In this episode, we explore:

Why does desire fade in long-term relationships? And why does it feel so confusing, painful, and personal when it does? In this episode, we're unpacking one of the most misunderstood dynamics in relationships… when a woman stops wanting sex. Because it's rarely about attraction. It's about what's happening underneath.   In This Episode, We Cover: why female desire is deeply connected to emotional safety and the nervous system how stress, overwhelm, and over-functioning impact libido the concept of the “brake vs gas pedal” in desire why pressure and obligation shut desire down how resentment quietly builds and affects attraction the importance of emotional connection and presence how couples unintentionally miss each other in intimacy   A Question to Reflect On: Where in your relationship might stress, pressure, or disconnection be impacting your desire?   What's Really Happening Beneath the Surface Many women don't have a libido problem… They have: high stress emotional overload disconnection unresolved resentment lack of support When those pieces are addressed… Desire often returns naturally.   ✨ Save your spot for our September Group Couples Retreat: A sacred, guided experience for five couples ready to reconnect, heal, and reignite. Reserve your retreat spot here:

Download my meditation and wellness app, Swa:aha.https://app.level.game/?c=zSbmYnWatch the Previous Swami Yo Podcast Here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYFOuxBvTtQCheck out BeerBiceps SkillHouse Courses Here - https://linktr.ee/bbskillhouseFor all BeerBiceps vlog content Watch Life Of BeerBiceps - https://www.youtube.com/@LifeOfBeerBicepsShare your guest suggestions hereMail - connect@beerbiceps.comLink - https://forms.gle/aoMHY9EE3Cg3Tqdx9Follow BeerBiceps SkillHouse's Social Media Handles:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBicepsSkillHouseInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beerbiceps_skillhouseWebsite : https://beerbicepsskillhouse.inFor any other queries EMAIL: support@beerbicepsskillhouse.comIn case of any payment-related issues, kindly write to support@tagmango.comFollow Swami Yo's Social Media Handles:-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swami_yo07/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SWAMIYO07/Website: https://swamiyo.in/In this 522nd episode of The Ranveer Show, we are joined by Swami Yo, one of India's most respected spiritual teachers, for one of the deepest conversations we've ever had on spirituality, karma, destiny, Mahavatar Babaji, Sanatan Dharma, and the unseen dimensions of human life.In this conversation, we talk about Swami Yo's extraordinary life journey from leaving behind a life of material success to spending years in prison as part of what he describes as his "Bandhan Yog." We discuss karmic bombs, Guru Kripa, Rahu Mahadasha, meditation, addiction, detachment, the purpose of suffering, Mahavidyas, Bhagavad Gita, tantra, aliens through the lens of Sanatan Dharma, parallel realities, and what the future holds for humanity. This podcast is a must-watch for anyone interested in spirituality, Sanatan Dharma, meditation, karma, consciousness, and the deeper truths of existence.00:00 – Swami Yo On TRS03:42 – Lessons from Criticism08:16 – Karmic Bombs Explained10:00 – From Dubai to Sanyas12:50 – 7 Years of Sadhana in Jail22:00 – Beating Addiction & Finding Bliss25:50 – Rahu Mahadasha Explained36:00 – Moksha & Rebirth40:15 – The Next 1,000 Days for Humanity42:00 – Aliens in Ancient Indian Wisdom?45:10 – Aham Brahmasmi Explained48:30 – The Multiverse in Vedic Scriptures51:15 – Dash Mahavidya Decoded58:30 – Gita, Karma & Service1:04:45 – Meditation Mistakes to Avoid1:08:45 – Secrets of the 12 Jyotirlingas1:19:00 – The Reality of Modern Sanyas1:21:15 – Sai Baba & Dattatreya Mysteries1:34:25 – Finding Your Swadharma1:46:00 – Form vs. Formless Worship1:50:00 – Swami Yo's Final Message

In this episode of Luvbites by Dr. Tara Podcast, Mariya Grinina (tantric sex expert) joins Dr. Tara to discuss how tantra can transform your sex life. They cover the principles of tantric sex, practices couples can use to deepen intimacy, and how slowing down can lead to more pleasure, connection, and satisfying sex. #drtara #sexeducation #relationshipadviceExperience deeper pleasure with the Le Wand Dive, the world's first submersible vibrating wand, designed for powerful pleasure in or out of the water.Use code DRTARA to receive a FREE 3-piece gift set with every Le Wand Dive purchase throughout July. Plus, save 40% when you shop July 9–15!Shop here: https://www.lewandmassager.com/le-wand-dive-submersible-rechargeable-vibrating-massager.html?srsltid=AfmBOooQ8maLxNIGsCPIrJecbh7Nj7nsJwnw2fDIiB5_JPJjBgt6oUDG Dr. Tara's sexual meditation playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOCto4g0EV0akjoSjMEFfVlHFlmC_NzlP Connect with Dr. Tara: https://luvbites.squarespace.com/Connect with our guest: @gm_mariyahttps://linktr.ee/loveretreats

Are you constantly comparing yourself to others? How can we break free from the comparison trap? In this episode, Katie explores the taboo inner thoughts of comparison, jealousy and insecurity that keep us disconnected from ourselves and each other. Then she shares a simple, powerful Tantric practice to free yourself from comparison and cultivate genuine sisterhood! Thank you to our dear friends at Banyan Botanicals for sponsoring this episode! Click here to learn more about Katie's favorite Organic Grass-Fed Ghee and to try it for yourself. Use the discount code KATIES15 for 15% off your first Banyan purchase! In this episode about comparing yourself to others, you'll hear: ~ An invitation to book a call with one of our coaches if you'd like to learn more about our Ayurveda School! ~ What does it actually mean to be a "girls girl?" ~ Why comparing yourself to others is so common ~ Shining a light on unconscious survival strategies ~ The Vedic concepts of Sampradaya, Swasta and Tapas ~ How to ego keeps score ~ Jealousy as helpful information ~ The positive and negative aspects of gossip ~ Comparison is the enemy of our soul ~ Rosalyn L. Bruyere quote, "The one with the biggest aura wins." ~ The limitless supply of prana and love ~ A tantric practice to free yourself from comparison to others ~ How to do shadow work around comparing yourself to others ~ Letting your energy speak ~ Join our free DIY Goddess Beauty Lab Webinar on July 16th!   Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Learn more about Ayurveda School! ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy!   Find the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-248-comparing-yourself-to-others/

Why do men shut down in relationships? And why does it feel so personal when they do? In this episode, we're unpacking one of the most common (and misunderstood) dynamics in relationships… the shutdown. Because when one partner is trying to connect, and the other pulls away, it can quickly turn into a painful cycle of pursuit and withdrawal. But what's really happening underneath might not be what you think.   In This Episode, We Cover: why men shut down during conflict what's happening in the nervous system when emotions rise the difference between needing space and avoiding the conversation how the pursue-withdraw dynamic gets created why criticism leads to more disconnection what helps men feel safe enough to stay open how to communicate needs without triggering shutdown   A Question to Reflect On: When your partner shuts down… do you move toward them, or does it push you further apart?   What's Really Happening Beneath the Surface Many couples aren't actually fighting each other… They're reacting to: past conditioning nervous system responses unspoken fears protection patterns When you begin to understand what's happening underneath the reactions, everything starts to shift. More compassion. More awareness. More connection.   ✨ Save your spot for our July and September Group Couples Retreat: A sacred, guided experience for five couples ready to reconnect, heal, and reignite. Reserve your retreat spot here:

What does it really mean to feel wanted in a relationship? For many couples, this is where disconnection quietly begins. You can be spending every day together… living life side by side… and still feel unseen, undesired, or emotionally distant.   In this episode, we're opening up an honest conversation about what it actually takes to feel wanted again… and why so many couples miss each other in this area. Because it's not just about sex. It's about feeling chosen, valued, appreciated, and emotionally connected.   In This Episode, We Cover: why feeling wanted goes far beyond physical intimacy how men and women often experience “feeling desired” differently the difference between being together and being truly connected why assumptions are quietly damaging your relationship how to communicate your needs without creating defensiveness the role of appreciation, presence, and emotional safety how to repair after disconnection and rebuild closeness   A Question to Reflect On: What actually makes you feel wanted… and have you clearly shared that with your partner?   ✨ Save your spot for our July and September Group Couples Retreat: A sacred, guided experience for five couples ready to reconnect, heal, and reignite. Reserve your retreat spot here:

Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!If you've ever wondered what it looks like to live a fully embodied, sexually conscious life from childhood all the way through your 70s, Freddy Zental Weaver is the living answer. In this fourth visit to the Sex Reimagined podcast, the co-founder of Tantra Nova and author of Zental: My Tantric Journey pulls back the curtain on the experiences that shaped him: a father who introduced breathwork and somatic self-reflection after a near-violent incident, an early encounter with sexual energy at age 13, two years in prison that became an unlikely turning point, and 25 years of facilitating sexual healing and consciousness work with couples and individuals around the world. Leah and Willow explore with Freddy how Tantra is far more than a bedroom practice — it's a technology for transformation.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Tantra is a full life path, Freddy has been living it since age 13 and has spent 25 years facilitating sexual healing and consciousness work around the world.Sexual energy creates a natural altered state that makes people more open, unmasked, and available for deep healing, no substances required.Men have far more available to them than the three-second ejaculatory experience; learning to separate orgasm from ejaculation and breathe sexual energy upward is life-changing.Tantric healing doesn't require a romantic partner, community and conscious touch can hold what one person alone cannot, without threatening a committed relationship.Sex consciousness isn't just personal, when we stop vilifying sexual energy and bring awareness to it, it has the power to shift culture.Erotic Polarity Online Masterclass - Join us July 29th for a live masterclass on zoom. Starts at 4pm Pacific / 7pm Eastern. Register for $33 HERE (free limited replay window available) The Art of Sensual Touch Masterclass - On-Demand masterclass on the 5 modalities of touch to uplevel your skills as a lover. Purchase for $55 HERE Support the showFREEBIE- Introduction to Tantric Kissing Video and WorkbookSxR WebsiteDr. Willow's WebsiteLeah's Website 

Join me at Tantric Flame by click here. Not a story this time — just me, talking to you directly. I want to ask you something. When was the last time you felt truly seen — not as someone who holds everything together, but as a woman?Alive. Wanted. Sensual, just for being exactly who you are?If that question landed somewhere quiet in you, this episode is for you.There's a small taste of something new in here.No pressure, no commitment — just a few honest minutes between us, and an invitation, if you want it. I should say — what I'm sharing isn't for everyone, and that's alright. But if some part of you is curious, I think you'll know by the end.I'll be back with a new story soon. This one's just for you, in the meantime.

What if our emotions are not obstacles to awakening, but doorways into a deeper experience of consciousness?In this teaching episode, Hareesh unpacks the Tantric theory of rasa—the experience of ordinary human emotions as sublime, universal beauty. Drawing on the work of Abhinavagupta, he explores how great poetry, storytelling, and classic cinema resonate so deeply because they awaken something universal within us, revealing emotion itself as a doorway to spiritual awakening. We also examine the classical theory of the nine rasas and its relevance to spiritual practice, inviting a radical shift in perspective: even grief, longing, and loss can be fully tasted as beautiful expressions of consciousness, woven into the grand dance of awareness itself.Discover a treasure trove of guided meditations, teachings, and courses at tantrailluminated.org.Find out more about the upcoming retreats and pilgrimages at https://www.tantrailluminated.org/calendar.Sign up to the VBT App at https://tantra112.app/, and use the code ILLUMINATED to get the discount. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eman Alves is the author of Uncoupling Reimagined, a nervous system oriented book guiding people to get closure of previous relationships.Eman is also the founder of Sex and Integrity, a trauma informed body of work devoted to help folks overcome emotional disconnection and unconscious sexual habits so they can create deeply connected relationships and fulfilling sex.Her work is inspired by Family Constellation, Somatic Experiencing, Tantric and Taoist lineages.Visit Eman Alves' Website: www.eman.coach

What if midlife isn't the end of a woman's erotic life...but the beginning of an Erotic Renaissance?As we move toward the Capricorn Full Moon, this episode explores a different way of understanding Eros—not as something to manufacture, perform, or fix...but as an elemental force woven into the fabric of life itself.Together we explore:

In this (admittedly overdue) June Q&A, we deliver anti-ultracrepidarian responses to your inquiries, ranging from mental health, repairing the brain, and Biohacking belief to... geography. Mrs. Limitless is busy with the Limitless baby, so co-hosting is Joel Bein. He shares his innovative method for rapid belief change, we explore the subconscious roots of habits, and discuss Biohacking strategies for mental and "sexual sovereignty." Discover how to clear limiting beliefs in just 15 minutes and transform your life permanently; check out his Belief Clearing Guide and podcast.05:00 The Methodology Behind Clearing Limiting Beliefs09:46 Understanding the Root Causes of Resistance15:04 Comparing Techniques: Dispenza vs. Bein20:07 The Impact of Relationships on Personal Growth25:03 Practical Applications and Client Success Stories30:00 Listener Questions and Holistic Approaches to Mental Health51:31 Exploring Tantric Desires and Relationships57:26 Understanding Self and Sexuality59:14 Nicotine and Brain Health01:01:32 Memory Repair and Cognitive Enhancement01:07:48 Dating Dynamics and Shared Interests01:12:23 Personal Growth and Relationship Readiness01:16:02 Questioning Cultural Norms and Conspiracies01:23:26 Navigating Difficult Family ConversationsRead

Join me at Tantric Flame by click here. Not a story this time — just me, talking to you directly. I want to ask you something. When was the last time you felt truly seen — not as someone who holds everything together, but as a woman?Alive. Wanted. Sensual, just for being exactly who you are?If that question landed somewhere quiet in you, this episode is for you.There's a small taste of something new in here.No pressure, no commitment — just a few honest minutes between us, and an invitation, if you want it. I should say — what I'm sharing isn't for everyone, and that's alright. But if some part of you is curious, I think you'll know by the end.I'll be back with a new story soon. This one's just for you, in the meantime.

Are female and male brains really that different? In this episode, Katie explores the science, psychology and Tantric wisdom behind feminine and masculine ways of perceiving, processing and responding to the world. Drawing on groundbreaking research, cultural myths and ancient spiritual teachings, she offers a nuanced discussion about the differences between genders and what they can teach us about creating healthier relationships. Thank you to our friends at Banyan Botanicals for sponsoring this episode! Click here to learn more about Katie's favorite Beauty Balm and to try it for yourself. Use the discount code KATIES15 for 15% off your first Banyan purchase! In this episode about the differences between women's brains and men's, you'll hear: ~ Chick here to join our newsletter and be notified about our upcoming FREE webinars! ~ Shakti and Shiva: feminine and masculine energies ~ Duality, polarity and the value of diversity ~ Insights from the work of Prof. Dr. Aiman Saab ~ Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus by John Gray ~ This American Life podcast ~ What neuroscience has revealed about men's and women's brains ~ The Tantric understanding of masculine and feminine differences ~ How women and men tend to perceive and interpret the world ~ The groundbreaking research of Prof. Dr. Daphna Joel  ~ University of Pennsylvania study on brain connectivity ~ Common myths and misconceptions about sex differences in the brain ~ Why do women and men tend to respond differently to emotional situations? ~ Finding greater understanding and connection across differences ~ The Sedona Method   Find the full show notes here

Most couples don't wake up one morning and decide to disconnect. There isn't usually a huge betrayal. No dramatic ending. No single moment where everything falls apart. Instead, it happens quietly. Through busy schedules. Work. Parenting. Phones. Responsibilities. Stress. Life simply takes over. And little by little, connection gets pushed to the bottom of the list until one day couples find themselves saying: "We love each other… but we don't really feel connected anymore."   In this episode of Reignite: Love, Sex & Truth for Conscious Couples, we explore why so many loving couples slowly drift apart, how roommate mode quietly replaces intimacy, and what it takes to consciously reconnect before the distance grows too wide.   What You'll Hear in This Episode: How couples slowly drift apart without even realizing it's happening Why being busy can sometimes become a form of avoidance How relationships shift from lovers to teammates, co-managers, and roommates Why being together all day isn't the same as feeling connected How comfort, routine, and predictability slowly replace playfulness and intimacy What healthy relationships actually require to stay connected over time Why stepping out of survival mode changes everything   Most couples don't fall out of love overnight. They slowly stop prioritizing connection underneath the weight of everyday life. The wonderful news? Connection can be rebuilt. Intimacy can return. And relationships can feel deeply alive again when couples consciously slow down, communicate honestly, and choose each other over and over again.

In this captivating episode of Deepen with Christina, host Christina Weber is joined by scholar of love, author, and coach Dana Arielle for an uninhibited, soul-stirring dive into the world of Devotional Tantra. Following a near-death experience at age 25, Dana transformed her lifelong romantic obsession into a 17-year scholarly exploration of intimacy, sacred polarity, and high-value relating. Broadcasted live from the booming wellness mecca of Austin, Texas, this episode serves as a powerful reminder that your desire for big, mythic love is a divine bat-signal—and that true, soul-level safety is always worth the wait. Main Topics Covered The Creative Romantic: Dana's journey from a childhood "yearner" and clinical psychology background to a dedicated scholar of love. The 25-Year Watershed: How a profound near-death experience forced a negotiation with source energy to return to Earth exclusively for true love. The True Meaning of Tantra: Demystifying Tantric intimacy and examining Hindu iconography where consorts are eternally fused across shape-shifting lifetimes. Transactional vs. Reciprocal Love: Navigating the cultural landscape of modern dating without turning access, beauty, or sex into cheap transactions. Money for the Body: Unpacking the philosophy that wealth is a tool designed to provide the physical form with grounding, nourishment, luxury, and safety. The Five Golden Sexual Questions: The essential internal checklist to run through before exchanging sexual energy with a new partner. Rituals Organize the Psyche: Why the subconscious requires physical, intentional closure to let go of old timelines and leap into the new. The Black Stone Ritual: A step-by-step masterclass on a traditional Tantric energetic extraction ritual designed for deep internal cleansing. Key Takeaways Desire is a Divine Directive: The longings that wake you up at night are not accidental; they are custom-crafted blueprints placed in your heart by the divine, meant to be actualized. Soul Safety is Earned: True emotional safety isn't felt instantaneously upon a first impression. It is a slow-burn treasure built over time and proven strictly through repeated action, not promises. Listen to the Mute Animal: Your body holds millions of years of cellular intelligence far superior to the logical mind. Give your body a voice, honor its gut responses, and treat it like a sacred vehicle. Never Settle for Dimness: If a sexual encounter or relationship leaves you feeling energetically drained, minimized, or less radiant, walk away immediately. Protect your preciousness at all costs. Connect with the Guest Website: danaarielle.com Instagram: @schoolofthedivinefeminine Facebook: Dana Arielle Holistic Love and Intimacy Coach Connect with the Host Website: wedeepen.com Instagram: @christinaweber Your true wealth lives inside the quality of your interpersonal relationships. If you are ready to stop settling and step onto a higher timeline of intimacy, follow this podcast, like this episode, and share it with a sister or partner who is ready to unleash their magnetic center. Explore our upcoming live events and immersive masterminds at wedeepen.com!

Summary:1. Guru and student: devotion must go both ways “I think we talk a lot about guru devotion… But I think we don't talk enough about devotion toward the student from the guru. That is equally important.” ​⁠This sets the core message: Vajrayana demands not only the student's devotion to the guru, but equally the guru's deep devotion, care, and responsibility toward the student.2. A tantric guru without realization is in karmic danger “If the guru has not achieved that bhumi… then guru is still subject to karma… These kinds of gurus, for their own good, they really have to be careful, because this is almost like a prisoner trying to help another prisoner escape.” ​⁠He stresses that non‑enlightened gurus are still samsaric beings, so taking on students without caution creates serious karmic debt and risk for both sides.3. Choosing and examining the guru is non‑negotiable “Nowhere in the Tantric texts it mentions without analysis of the guru and the teachings, one should just embark on the path. No way! That is not possible.” ​⁠Vajrayana does not ask for blind faith. Careful hearing, contemplation, and critical analysis of both teachings and teacher are required before committing.4. The guru's three core duties toward the student “If you are not enlightened but you have the job to teach and lead… Three things that you need to do. You have to have utmost respect to your student… The second is you have to have compassion… Third, you have to have pure perception. Under no way should you see your student as a lowly being who you can abuse.” ​⁠He boils the guru's responsibility down to respect, compassion, and unwavering pure perception toward the student, rejecting any abusive or exploitative view.5. In Vajrayana, “rely on the teaching, not the teacher” still applies “So it's because of this, the Buddha's statement, ‘rely on teaching, not teacher' still applies also in the Vajrayana. Because in the Vajrayana, teacher is teaching. It's not just a person. It's a teaching itself.” ​⁠Even with strong guru devotion, the ultimate reliance is on the Dharma itself; the “guru” is fundamentally the living teaching, not the personality.

This week we continue the epic story of Night Demon's fall 2024 tour supporting King Diamond and Overkill across America. We resume the tale on an off night for the King Diamond tour, which Overkill and Night Demon parlayed into a club gig at the Ground Zero in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The guys explain in some detail the venue setup, the setlist, the strategy for the evening, and a technical issue that derailed "Outsider" almost immediately. From there, the band traveled to Atlanta, Georgia for the next King Diamond show at an ornate theater called The Eastern, with Jarvis's family and other special guests in attendance. Jarvis breaks down the setlist and explains why Night Demon chose to emphasize older material on this tour.Become a subscriber today at nightdemon.net/subscriber. This week, subscribers have access to the bonus content below:Streaming Audio: Full Show - Atlanta, GA: October 25, 2024Streaming Video: Escape From Beyond - Spartanburg, SC: October 24, 2024Streaming Video: The Howling Man - Spartanburg, SC: October 24, 2024Streaming Video: The Howling Man - Atlanta, GA: October 25, 2024LINKSGround Zero -https://www.facebook.com/groundzeroSC/Buc-ee's -https://buc-ees.com/The Eastern -https://www.easternatl.com/ Listen at nightdemon.net/podcast or anywhere you listen to podcasts! Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook

Mark and Mat dive deep into the Tampa Bay Rays' struggles on their West Coast road trip, debate the future of baseball marketing, celebrate Evan Longoria's upcoming number retirement, and share a historic tale about Lou Piniella and Bill Gates.Rays on the West CoastThe Rays' disappointing road trip to California — struggling offense, solid pitchingThe challenges of East-to-West travel and time zone adjustmentsThe third-worst team defense over the last 17 days, offset by strong pitching performancesTaylor Walls & the Shortstop DilemmaTaylor Walls' career slugging percentage at an all-time low (.280 SLUG), with zero home runs on the yearMat's criticism: Walls plays like a power hitter instead of embracing his true skill setCarson Williams tearing it up in Durham (7 HRs), but still working through strikeout issuesThe Wander Franco-shaped hole in the lineupJunior Caminero – All-Star Ballot LeaderCaminero leads AL third basemen in All-Star voting at just 22 years oldDiscussion of his defensive miscues vs. his elite offensive potential (top 3 in isolated power, OBP, and wRC+ among AL 3B)Mat compares his development arc to Jason Heyward under Bobby CoxShohei Ohtani & the Dodgers SeriesDrew Rasmussen's strong outing — only one run allowed (a solo Ohtani homer)Ohtani's record-setting bad day on the mound — giving up four consecutive hits in one inning, something he'd rarely if ever doneMat and Mark make the case that MLB is severely under-marketing Ohtani compared to stars in basketball and footballBaseball's Marketing ProblemWhy doesn't baseball have a defining brand partner (like Nike/basketball or Adidas/soccer)?Mat's pitch: a Lululemon × MLB collab to bring women into the sportThe need for MLB to leverage podcasters like Jomboy and platforms like Joe Rogan to grow the gameThe see-through jersey debacle and the World Baseball Classic uniform failuresEvan Longoria Number RetirementLongo Weekend coming up mid-July at Tropicana FieldHis walk-up music (Tantric) will be played live at the eventCareer stats: 1,986 games, 342 HR, .804 OPS, .333 OBPReflections on what might have been had injuries not slowed him downMat advocates for a Longoria statue or plaque at the new Rays stadiumWomen's BaseballMark's summer schedule: USA Women's National Team in Rockford (July 21–25), Cardinals in St. Louis (July 26–30), and the inaugural Women's Pro Baseball League season in Springfield, IL (September)Interview highlights: Ryan Woodward (International Women's Baseball Center) and Merrie Fidler (AAGPBL)Mat's vision for the Women's Pro Baseball League: barnstorming-style tournaments in MLB stadiums (Rogers Centre, Tropicana Field), a Green Bay Packers community-ownership model, and year-round momentum buildingLou Piniella & Bill GatesLou donated his $50,000 attendance bonus to Metro United Way in SeattleBill Gates matched it — and started showing up in Lou's office to suggest lineup changesGates gave Lou a lineup one night, it worked… and the guys joke that's the secret origin of the Rays' analytics departmentMark's call: Lou Piniella belongs in the Hall of Fame — 1,800+ wins as a manager, still overlookedRays Prospect UpdatesMichael Forret (P): Promoted to AAA; 7 IP, 7 K, 2 ER in first start — MLB debut may be imminentEmilien Pitt (2B): Promoted to AA; 400+ OBP at nearly every minor league level, walks more than he strikes outJohnny DeLuca: Expected back from rehab by the weekendJacob Melton: Rehabbing at rookie level, showing positive signsConnor Hujsak: Added to AAA rosterOther NotesAlex Faedo, Tampa native, mentioned in connection with the Tampa Baseball MuseumRays return to Tropicana Field on FridayThanks for listening! Fingers crossed for a winning streak.Remember to like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot com. Also you can find Mat @matgermain.bsky.social  or Mark at baseballbizondeck@gmail.com and BaseballBiz On Deck with Facebook social 

Feeling rejected in the bedroom hurts. Whether you're the one initiating or the one saying no… it can quickly become one of the most painful dynamics in a relationship. The person reaching for connection may be wondering: "Do they even want me anymore?""What's wrong with me?""Am I not attractive enough?" Meanwhile, the person saying no may be thinking: "I'm exhausted.""I don't feel connected.""I'm feeling pressured.""I don't even know what I need right now."   In this episode of Reignite: Love, Sex & Truth for Conscious Couples, we unpack what is often happening underneath sexual rejection and how couples can move from hurt, pressure, and misunderstanding… back toward emotional safety, intimacy, and connection.   What You'll Hear in This Episode: Why rejection in the bedroom is often about much more than sex itself Roberto shares how repeated rejection impacted his confidence, created bitterness, and eventually led him to stop initiating altogether Why many women feel pressured, unseen, emotionally exhausted, and disconnected before intimacy even begins Understanding different desire styles and how mismatched turn-ons can create misunderstandings between partners How women often need emotional safety to move from their heads back into their bodies Why touch with an agenda feels very different than touch offered simply for connection How communication, vulnerability, and curiosity become the bridge back to intimacy Why reconnection is possible at any stage of your relationship… whether you've been together 5 years or 50   Rejection doesn't automatically mean your relationship is broken. Often, it means there's something deeper asking to be understood. A need that hasn't been expressed. A fear that hasn't been named. A longing for connection that neither partner quite knows how to reach for. The opposite of rejection isn't obligation. It's a connection. And when couples learn how to slow down, communicate honestly, reduce shame, and truly understand each other's experiences…everything begins to shift.

Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!There's a place inside your body that holds your trauma, your grief, your numbness, and your most profound pleasure — and most people go their entire lives without ever being touched there. Leah Piper and Dr. Willow Brown sit down with colleague  Guy Shahar, originator of Tantra Speed Date  for the first-ever dedicated conversation on Sacred Spot Massage ritual — the Tantric practice that has been quietly transforming people's sex lives, healing childhood sexual trauma, and cracking open long-shut-down bodies for over 40 years. From Guy's accidental teenage discovery of Charles Muir's work via a mail-order VHS tape, to Leah's revelation through a bongo drummer's forgotten Tantra book, to Willow's journey from Taoist Sexology into the world of Tantric Sacred Spot Rituals, this episode is raw, personal, and full of the kind of real talk you will not find anywhere else. Whether you are brand new to Tantra or have been practicing for years, this conversation will change the way you think about touch, trust, healing, and what your body is actually capable of.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTSWhat Sacred Spot Massage actually is and why it is fundamentally different from G-spot stimulationWhy separating the roles of giver and receiver makes you profoundly better at bothThe ritual elements that make this practice sacred and why they matter more than you thinkWhat surfaces in the body during Sacred Spot Massage and why that is exactly the pointGuy's deeply honest account of learning to receive touch after years of using giving as protectionThe client session that cracked Guy open and permanently changed how he understood trustWhy love — not technique, not orgasm is the active ingredient in this practiceHow Leah healed years of childhood sexual trauma through consistent Sacred Spot workUpcoming Sacred Spot workshops and retreats open to singles and couples in New York, Phoenix, and VermontLINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE CAN BE FOUND ON THE WEBSITE: https://www.sexreimagined.com/blog/sacred-spot-massage-tantric-healing LAST 10x LONGER. If you suffer from premature ejaculation, you are not alone, master 5 techniques to cure this stressful & embarrassing issue once and for all. Save 20% Coupon: PODCAST20.  THE MALE GSPOT & PROSTATE MASTERCLASS. This is for you if… You've heard of epic anal orgasms, & you wonder if it's possible for you too. Save 20% Coupon PODCAST20.  AWAKEN AROUSAL OIL LUBRICANT | Reach new levels of intimacy with our arousal oil, formulated for the female body. Once applied, this topical oil works with your body to enhance sensation and "o's," helping you reach states of euphoric pleasure.Support the showFREEBIE- Introduction to Tantric Kissing Video and WorkbookSxR WebsiteDr. Willow's WebsiteLeah's Website 

In this episode, Dr. K explores the "alchemy of hate," breaking down how negative energy can be repurposed as a tool for growth and why the most successful people are often the most targeted. He delves into the neurobiology of the gifted mind, the hidden costs of a high IQ, and provides a clinical breakdown of common ADHD symptoms—from time blindness to the "freeze" response triggered by high-stakes pressure. What to expect in this episode: Hate vs. Anger: Understanding that while anger is a general emotion, hate is a personal relationship based on identification and ego that requires a "me" and a "you". The Success Trigger: Why people often hate you not because they think you will fail, but because they are afraid you will succeed, which mirrors their own unfulfilled potential. The High IQ Burden: An analysis of why high intelligence is a risk factor for anxiety, as a powerful mind can predict 100 problems while a human only has the capacity to solve 10. The EQ Buffer: How emotional intelligence can compensate for lower cognitive scores in professional settings and why it is essential for high IQ individuals to manage their "undisciplined" minds. The ADHD "Lockdown": Why high stakes, which motivate neurotypical people, often cause individuals with ADHD to freeze or "lock down" due to emotional dysregulation. The Right-Brain Bridge: Why articulating emotions into words is a neurological necessity to stop suppressed feelings from subconsciously sabotaging your logical calculations. Time Blindness Mechanics: A look at how ADHD impairs the internal biological clock, preventing the brain from gathering accurate data on how long tasks actually take. The "Left-Handed Path": A comparison between the Sith/Jedi dynamic and the Tantric disciplines of devotion versus engaging with "darker" forces for the accumulation of energy. Impulsivity and Follow-Through: Why the secret to finishing a project is often learning not to start based on a temporary impulse, as the same brain circuit handles both. The Alchemist's Perspective: Reframing hate and roadblocks as a "spiritual handicap" provided by the universe to help you "level up" and reveal your true power. Dr. K's NEW Guide to Love, Sex, & Relationships is here! Order now: https://bit.ly/4dO3x0VHG Coaching : https://bit.ly/46bIkdo Dr. K's Guide to Mental Health: https://bit.ly/44z3SztHG Memberships : https://bit.ly/3TNoMVf Products & Services : https://bit.ly/44kz7x0 HealthyGamer.GG: https://bit.ly/3ZOopgQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eman Alves is the author of Uncoupling Reimagined, a nervous system oriented book guiding people to get closure of previous relationships.Eman is also the founder of Sex and Integrity, a trauma informed body of work devoted to help folks overcome emotional disconnection and unconscious sexual habits so they can create deeply connected relationships and fulfilling sex.Her work is inspired by Family Constellation, Somatic Experiencing, Tantric and Taoist lineages.Visit Eman Alves' Website: www.eman.coach

This week, half of us are at the beach enjoying some r n' r, so we thought we'd listen to some r n' r with a beachy vibe. We are pulling the plug… and gasping for air… guitars! Rock artists have been playing acoustic since the very beginning. In fact, most songwriters start the process with an acoustic instrument. There's something about capturing the sound of a song on just wire and wood that has a vulnerable, human feel to it. Dig your toes into the sand, breathe in the salt air, and enjoy these tunes with a frosty beverage. What's this InObscuria thing? We're a podcast that exhumes obscure Rock n' Punk n' Metal and puts them in one of 3 categories: the Lost, the Forgotten, or the Should Have Beens. Mtv started a series in 1989 called “Unplugged”, and almost every mainstream relevant act started producing acoustic albums or versions of their songs. This week we listen to some artist that you may have never considered as having acoustic interpretations of their songs. Songs this week include: Moon Tooth – “Trust” from Violent Grief: Acoustic Selections (2020) Hawkwind – “PSI Power” from Acoustic Daze (2019) Tora Tora – “Son Of A Prodigal Son” from Unplugged EP (2020) Michael Kiske – “You Always Walk Alone” from Past In Different Ways (2008) MIRADOR – “Fortune's Fate (Reborn At Badon Hill)” from The Gathering At Badon Hill (2026) Junkyard – “Til The Wheels Fall Off (Acoustic Version)” from Rome Is Burning (2020) Bloody Hammers – “Graveyard Waits” from The Acoustic Halloween Special (2025) Testament – “The Legacy (Live)” from Live At The Fillmore (1995) Mercy Beat – “Another Day” from Walk With Me (1999) Please subscribe everywhere that you listen to podcasts! Visit us: https://inobscuria.com/ https://www.facebook.com/InObscuria https://x.com/inobscuria https://www.instagram.com/inobscuria/ Buy cool stuff with our logo on it: InObscuria Store Check out Robert's amazing fire sculptures and metal workings here: http://flamewerx.com/ If you'd like to check out Kevin's band THE SWEAR, take a listen on all streaming services or pick up a digital copy of their latest release here: https://theswear.bandcamp.com/ If you want to hear Robert and Kevin's band from the late 90s – early 00s BIG JACK PNEUMATIC, check it out here: https://bigjackpnuematic.bandcamp.com/

Is it true love, unhealthy obsession or limerence? In this episode, Katie explores the psychology and ancient spiritual wisdom around limerence - a state of infatuation with a person or idea. Katie shares how dopamine, social media and the search for external validation often keep us caught in cycles of unfulfilled longing. Learn how to recognise the difference between limerence and genuine love so you can open to greater self-awareness, clarity and personal growth. Thank you to our friends at Banyan Botanicals for sponsoring this episode! Click here to learn more about Katie's favorite Beauty Balm and to try it for yourself. Use the discount code KATIES15 for 15% off your first Banyan purchase!   In this episode about limerence, you'll hear: ~ Click here to join our Spirit Sessions Membership! ~ Why is everyone online talking about limerence right now? ~ What is limerence? ~ The difference between infatuation and love ~ What's going on in the brain when we're in a state of limerence? ~ The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer ~ Psychologist Dorothy Tennov  ~ How to tell if you're in a limerence relationship ~ What do the ancient Buddhist and Tantric texts say on this topic? ~ The "hungry ghost" ~ Breadcrumbing ~ Anticipation vs. actual pleasure ~ How social media and advertisers use hypnosis ~ The Ayurvedic concept of Kāma ~ Making choices from a place of clarity ~ The deep spiritual opportunity limerence offers   Connect with Katie and The Shakti School: ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda! ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy!   Find the full show notes here!

For many couples, sex becomes loaded. Pressure. Expectation. Avoidance. Performance. Resentment. And once that dynamic sets in, even love can start to feel tense. In this episode of Reignite: Love, Sex & Truth for Conscious Couples, we explore how sexual dynamics become shaped by pursuer-withdrawer patterns, obligation, performance anxiety, shame, and unspoken needs… and what it actually takes to move back toward pleasure, connection, and erotic aliveness. They share their own experiences, challenge some of the cultural narratives we've inherited around sex, and offer a new possibility… one where intimacy feels nourishing instead of stressful.   What You'll Hear in This Episode: How pressure slowly builds in relationships through pursuer-withdrawer dynamics and emotional disconnection Why obligation, sex, fear of rejection, and performance anxiety create tension for both partners The essential ingredients pleasure actually needs: emotional safety, presence, honesty, and vulnerability What happens when you take orgasm off the table and focus on connection instead How shame, conditioning, and early experiences shape the way we relate to our own pleasure Why learning your body's unique experience of pleasure matters… and why your partner isn't a mind reader The connection between nervous system regulation, pelvic floor tension, and painful sexual experiences Why it's never too late to rewrite your sexual dynamic, no matter how long you've been together   Intimacy was never meant to feel like pressure. It wasn't meant to be a performance. Or an obligation. Or another item on the to-do list. It was meant to nourish. To connect. To awaken. And when couples learn how to slow down, communicate honestly, and create emotional safety…   ✨ Save your spot for our July and September Group Couples Retreat: A sacred, guided experience for five couples ready to reconnect, heal, and reignite. Reserve your retreat spot here:

You love each other. You communicate. You trust each other. You're best friends. So why does the spark feel different? Why can a relationship feel safe, connected, and stable… yet still feel flat, predictable, or disconnected sexually?   In this episode of Reignite: Love, Sex & Truth for Conscious Couples, Kim & Roberto explore one of the biggest misconceptions about long-term relationships: Emotional intimacy is essential… but it's not enough on its own to sustain passion. They unpack the missing ingredient many couples overlook, why roommate energy slowly replaces attraction, and how to create both emotional safety and erotic aliveness in a conscious partnership.   What You'll Hear in This Episode: Why emotional intimacy matters deeply… and why it still won't create lasting passion on its own How predictability, routine, and "best friend energy" can slowly erode attraction What polarity really means (and why it has nothing to do with toxic relationship dynamics) How over-functioning, resentment, and parenting your partner destroy desire Why safety without polarity creates friendship… and polarity without safety creates unhealthy chemistry The importance of maintaining your own individuality, confidence, playfulness, and aliveness inside a relationship The formula for sustainable passion: emotional safety + polarity + presence + play   You do not have to choose between love and desire. Between emotional safety and erotic connection. Between trust and attraction. The healthiest relationships create both. Because emotional intimacy creates safety. Polarity creates a spark. And together…they create the kind of passion that continues growing long after the honeymoon phase is over.

In honour of National Intimacy Day (June 1, 2026), we are joined by Freddy Zental Weaver and Dr. Elsbeth Meuth for a heartfelt and expansive conversation titled “ZENTAL: My Tantric Journey.”In this episode, we explore Freddy's new memoir—raw, tender, insightful, and often unexpectedly humorous—reflecting on the experiences, challenges, and transformative forces that shaped his life and ultimately led him to co-found TantraNova with Dr. Elsbeth Meuth.Together, we discuss themes of authenticity, self-discovery, breathwork, emotional presence, and the question: How do you truly feel when you slow down and come into your body?This conversation invites listeners into a deeper awareness of intimacy—not only with others, but with oneself—through presence, honesty, and conscious connection.

Today we cover several things I never got to in my watch later list, as well as open calls on any topic and debates, and a new book report from Jamie on the dark secrets of Tantra! Superchats at any time here: https://streamlabs.com/jaydyer/tip Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnt7Iy8GlmdPwy_Tzyx93bA/join Get started with Bitcoin here: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/jaydyer/ Philosophy Course is here: https://marketplace.autonomyagora.com/philosophy101 Set up recurring Choq subscription with the discount code JAY60LIFE for 60% off now https://choq.com Subscribe to my site here: https://jaysanalysis.com/membership-account/membership-levels/ Music by Dr Evo the Producer, Jay Dyer and Amid the Ruins 1453 https://www.youtube.com/@amidtheruinsOVERHAUL Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnt7Iy8GlmdPwy_Tzyx93bA/joinBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-sanalysis--1423846/support.

Today we cover several things I never got to in my watch later list, as well as open calls on any topic and debates, and a new book report from Jamie on the dark secrets of Tantra! Superchats at any time here: https://streamlabs.com/jaydyer/tip Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnt7Iy8GlmdPwy_Tzyx93bA/join Get started with Bitcoin here: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/jaydyer/ Philosophy Course is here: https://marketplace.autonomyagora.com/philosophy101 Set up recurring Choq subscription with the discount code JAY60LIFE for 60% off now https://choq.com Subscribe to my site here: https://jaysanalysis.com/membership-account/membership-levels/ Music by Dr Evo the Producer, Jay Dyer and Amid the Ruins 1453 https://www.youtube.com/@amidtheruinsOVERHAUL Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnt7Iy8GlmdPwy_Tzyx93bA/joinBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-sanalysis--1423846/support.

Things got flirty this week on the farms! And right now...we're not sure who the front-runners are. With lots of kissing and intimate one-on-one dates, we're getting to see another side to these Farmers! As we get closer to the end, we start to wonder, is Carson really interested in farmer Sean...or is she interested in winning? Goodbyes are never easy, but we hated to see some of our favorites go this week! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most couples think desire starts in the bedroom. That if intimacy feels flat, the fix must be: A date night. A new toy. A different position. A quick spark strategy. But here's the truth… By the time you get to the bedroom, desire has already been built… or eroded. In this episode of Reignite: Love, Sex & Truth for Conscious Couples, we unpack what actually creates lasting desire in long-term relationships… and why emotional connection, safety, playfulness, and polarity matter far more than performance or technique. They share personal stories, masculine/feminine perspectives, and the practical shifts that help couples reignite attraction before the clothes ever come off.   What You'll Hear in This Episode: Why desire is built throughout the day… not in the bedroom alone Why date nights, toys, and quick fixes often don't solve deeper intimacy disconnection The real ingredients that build desire: emotional safety, vulnerability, playfulness, trust, and connection Why touch without an agenda can completely shift intimacy and attraction Polarity, emotional safety, and why many women need connection before desire opens Why low desire, menopause, or aging do not mean your erotic aliveness is gone   Desire is not usually a sex problem. It's a connection problem. Or a safety problem. Or a resentment problem. Or simply a relationship that forgot how to play. But that can change. When you build emotional intimacy… create safety… slow down… and reconnect… Desire naturally comes back online.

Igor Vamadeva Kufayev is an artist, spiritual master and teacher whose work is dedicated to the potential inherent in human birth.Following a radical transformation of consciousness and the spontaneous unfolding of grace in his mid-thirties, culminating in a fully embodied Self-recognition, he has since served as a conduit of transmission for awakening into the new era of heart-centered consciousness.His live gatherings, extended programmes known as immersions, are renowned for their intensity, clarity and catalytic potential.Drawing from Tantric Śaivism, direct energetic transmission and somatic integration, his work offers a compelling contribution to contemporary understanding of spiritual evolution.Originally trained as a painter, Igor bridges scholarship, poetic articulation and lived realisation. Today, he is the author of Camatkāra: The Hidden Path (2023) and KUṆḌALINĪ: The Goddess as the Power of Self-Recognition in Tantric Śaivism (2026).As a householder and family man, Igor is lovingly raising his three children with his partner Amrita Ma Devi.He continues to guide an international community of practitioners, developing frameworks for exploring the fullest potential of awakened embodiment.We come together for this conversation at a time when the challenges facing men seem more pressing than ever.And as I see it, the crisis men are navigating today runs deeper than most conversations are willing to explore.The loss of rites of passage, masculine mentorship, the living transmission of what it means to be a man. These aren't things that can be recovered through surface level approaches. They require a deeper reckoning.In this episode, Igor and I explore:Why the crisis of masculinity runs deeper than what meets the eye, and where it actually beginsWhat men lost when rites of passage, the warrior spirit, and masculine mentorship disappeared from modern lifeIgor's personal storyWhat masculine and feminine energy actually are, and why every man carries bothWhat it means to be a spiritual warrior, and how that quality shows up in the ordinary demands of daily lifeWhy a man's true strength lives in his heart, and how courage and forgiveness come from the same placeHow to face uncertainty without collapsing or hardeningWhat mature masculinity actually looks like: unwavering on principle, and open in the heartI found myself deeply touched and enlivened by this conversation with Igor...What I experienced in him was something deeply rare: the quality of a man who has been tested by life at every level and has remained open hearted.I hold deep reverence for the path he's walked and the work he brings into the world.This episode is for any man who has felt lost within the structures of our modern times, and would like to understand, at the deepest level, the root of these challenges and how to move forwards...—Connect with Alex Lehmann:

Most couples think they're fighting about chores.   The dishes. The garbage. Laundry. The forgotten text. The missed appointment. The thing that didn't get done.   But most of the time? That's not the real fight.   In this episode of Reignite: Love, Sex & Truth for Conscious Couples, we unpack one of the most common relationship patterns they see… couples arguing about surface-level logistics when the real issue is emotional disconnection, unmet needs, resentment, and feeling unseen. They break down why the same fights keep repeating, how emotional pain gets expressed through criticism and defensiveness, and what actually creates real repair, connection, and intimacy.   What You'll Hear in This Episode: Why couples are rarely actually fighting about the dishes, garbage, or chores The deeper emotional needs underneath recurring conflict: support, appreciation, respect, and connection How to start naming your truth instead of projecting pain through criticism The toxic cycle of criticism, defensiveness, resentment, and emotional shutdown Why repair conversations matter more than avoiding conflict altogether The simple shifts that help couples reconnect, communicate honestly, and feel like a team again   It's not really about the garbage. Or the dishes. Or the forgotten task. It's about what those moments trigger underneath. Feeling alone. Feeling unsupported. Feeling disconnected. Feeling unseen. And once you learn how to speak the real need… everything shifts.

In this episode, Josefina explores with you the distinctions between the masculine & feminine spiritual paths as a way for you to find which path feels more true to you. She's supporting you in focusing on reclaiming authenticity and aliveness rather than over-optimizing the body through traditional masculine-based practices, giving permission to your feminine light to shine bright through the feminine spiritual path, which is divinely designed differently for a female body and spirit.✧The Feminine vs. Masculine PathThe masculine path, often rooted in traditions like Vipassana, is a more rigid and strictly disciplined practice of stillness, non-reactivity, and observing reality to move beyond attachments and cravings.The feminine path, which is rooted more in both Tantric traditions and somatic-based practices. This path is directed towards "full contact" with reality, involving active participation and riding the edge of sensations rather than stepping back to observe them.Masculine practices focus on neutralizing energy and transcending desire, while the feminine path uses movement, breath-work, sound, and pleasure to activate energy and radiance.Many women feel exhausted because they try to follow masculine operating systems, schedules, and practices that may deplete their natural feminine vitality.✧Spiritual Polarity in RelationshipsJosefina addresses a common fear in relationships, that partners will grow apart if they follow different spiritual paths.Merging completely by adopting a partner's habits and abandoning personal interests is a "spiritual trap" that can lead to a flat, dull, and chargeless polarity in a romantic relationship.Relationship polarity requires two distinct energy fields; attraction is fueled by the meeting of different energies, such as masculine stillness and feminine fire.Intimacy is built through genuine curiosity about who the other person is becoming rather than achieving absolute sameness.✧Integration and PracticeMaintaining separate individual morning practices allows each partner to tend to their own inner life first, bringing more authenticity to the union.Vipassana can be integrated as a complementary tool for sharpening focus and mental faculties without replacing the movement-based feminine path.Shared language and discussing what is "alive" within each person create a deeper connection than simply matching practices.Abandoning one's path to mirror a partner is not true love and can lead to self-abandonment and an erosion of the connection.A woman rooted in her own feminine path is more present, magnetic, and alive within her relationship.The ultimate goal is for each partner to be fully on their own path while staying curious and supportive of the other's journey toward their highest potential.✧ Connect with Josefina:Follow on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@Josefinabashout⁠⁠⁠⁠ Apply for your free Pleasure blueprint session with Josefina https://lp.josefinabashout.com/booking

Boldly resisting authority…like the definition of its name, Curtain Call Records recording artist Defiant has set out to ignore any rules or standards in hard rock music.  The 4-piece band from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania infuses elements of punk, alternative, classic rock and heavy metal to form its own unique brand of music.  Formed in 2018, Defiant has built a reputation with their high octane live shows playing on bills throughout the United States with the likes of From Ashes to New, The Texas Hippie Coalition, Kix, L.A. Guns,  Quiet Riot, Buckcherry, Puddle of Mudd, Tantric and Otep among others.  The band is comprised of Albert Halterman (vocals and guitar), Joe Defiant (guitar) Paul Barlowski (bass) and Paul Cochran (drums).  Defiant released their third EP  "IGNITE" in 2024 via Curtain Call Records.  Their new single "B.O.T.E." is set to be released on June 20, 2025  and is impacting radio now!  Defiant just wrapped up May/June 2025 tour with REHAB, Mickey Avalon, and Scotty Austin.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Some moments in life feel bigger than the moment itself. Not because of what happened…But because of everything it represents. In this deeply personal episode of Reignite: Love, Sex & Truth for Conscious Couples, we share the story behind a powerful full-circle moment… sitting down in Austin for a conversation with one of Kim's longtime mentors, Layla Martin. But this isn't just a story about podcasting. It's a story about healing. About the woman Kim used to be…The patterns both Kim and Roberto had to unravel… And what happens when you stop abandoning yourself and finally come home to your truth.   What You'll Hear in This Episode: Kim shares the emotional reality of being interviewed by a longtime mentor and what that full-circle moment represented How trauma, people-pleasing, self-abandonment, and emotional shutdown shaped early relationship patterns Roberto opens up about trauma, hypervigilance, anger, and nervous system survival responses Why healing is not about fixing yourself… but remembering who you are beneath the conditioning How Tantra, embodiment, pleasure, and nervous system healing transformed intimacy and connection Why is it never too late to change your relationship, reclaim desire, and choose a new path Healing doesn't mean you were broken. It means some part of you adapted to survive. And now…you get to choose something different. More truth. More connection. More intimacy. More aliveness.

Most relationships don't fall apart in one dramatic moment… They slowly drift. A little less presence. A little more avoidance. A little more autopilot. Until one day…You realize you're no longer truly choosing each other. In this episode of Reignite: Love, Sex & Truth for Conscious Couples, we explore the subtle ways couples disconnect over time… and what it actually means to consciously choose your relationship again and again. They share personal stories, real-life patterns, and the small everyday moments that either deepen intimacy… or slowly erode it.   What You'll Hear in This Episode: How couples quietly stop choosing each other without even realizing it What consciously choosing your partner actually means in real life How autopilot, technology, and distraction slowly disconnect relationships What are the subtle patterns that quietly erode intimacy and connection Why “we're fine” can become the danger zone in relationships What are the small daily choices that rebuild connection, trust, and emotional intimacy   Love alone doesn't sustain a relationship. Conscious choosing does. When you continue turning toward each other…staying present, speaking truth, and repairing quickly: Connection deepens. Trust strengthens. And relationships come back to life.

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Shownotes    The real reason premature ejaculation happens How a Tantric orgasm feels different than a default orgasm Why pushing your body during sex actually blocks pleasure How to train your body for deeper pleasure and sexual experiences How to bring breast activation into your lovemaking experiences The power of yin versus yang in sexual experiences   Bio Diana Richardson is widely regarded as a leading contemporary authority on human sexuality and conscious intimacy. A bestselling author on Tantra, her work centers on the union of sex and meditation, and on practical ways this sacred connection can transform intimate life. After completing a law degree, she became a disciple of the Indian mystic Osho in 1979, initiating a lifelong exploration of sexuality, love, and meditative awareness, further influenced by the teachings of Barry Long. Integrating these influences through lived experience, Diana developed Generative Sex, also known as Cool Sex, an evolutionary and sustainable approach to intimacy. This distilled wisdom is shared through her practical Love Keys, presented in her bestselling book, The Heart of Tantric Sex. For over 30 years, Diana has guided more than 15,000 couples in week-long residential retreats in Switzerland, and she is now launching a Rekindle online course based on these highly successful live retreats.   You can follow Diana's work on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Discover her online course here and her books and live retreats here. Follow Layla!

Trust rarely disappears in one dramatic moment… More often, it fades slowly. A little distance. A hard conversation was avoided. A promise not followed through on. Unspoken resentment is quietly building. Until one day…What once felt easy starts to feel fragile.   In this episode of Reignite: Love, Sex & Truth for Conscious Couples, we break down how trust is actually lost… and how it can be rebuilt through safety, transparency, repair, and consistency. They share real-life examples from their own relationship, common patterns couples fall into, and the practical shifts that restore connection without needing to start over.   What You'll Hear in This Episode: Why trust usually fades through small moments — not one massive betrayal Why safety comes before honesty, and how nervous systems shut down when truth feels unsafe How transparency builds trust faster than perfection What are the “micro betrayals” that quietly erode connection every day Why healthy couples aren't conflict-free… they're repair-rich How trust can be rebuilt through consistency, presence, and honest communication   You don't need to start over. You may need to change the direction of the pattern. When safety returns…truth becomes easier…repair gets faster…and trust grows stronger than before.

What if sisterhood wasn't sentimental—or competitive—but a living, breathing field of healing? In this episode, we explore the Bee Sisterhood and The Hive Agreements: a brave new way of relating that asks us to see one another not as rivals or mirrors of our wounds, but as catalysts for each other's wholeness. Our guest, Nicole Fox, is a force in the field of functional medicine, with over 24 years of experience transforming the way healthcare is delivered and understood. A trusted advisor and collaborator to many of the top thought leaders in integrative and personalized medicine, Nicole blends science, soul, and strategy in everything she does.Holding a Master's degree in Spiritual Psychology, she has a rare gift for bridging clinical expertise with the deeper realms of healing. Nicole is the co-founder of a thriving integrative family practice in Temecula, California, and the founder of a consulting firm that empowers visionary businesses and educational platforms to integrate the healing arts and spiritual intelligence into their work.As Chief Operating Officer of the Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute, Nicole brings cutting-edge education in functional, integrative, and personalized medicine to hundreds of thousands of healthcare professionals across the globe—helping to shift the paradigm of modern healthcare. Nicole opens the door to a different kind of hive—one built on belonging, mutual uplift, and a shared prayer for harmony.Listen in, then grab your copy of The Hive Agreements and let these teachings move from concept into lived practice in your own circles, communities, and everyday life.In this episode, we cover so many topics, including:(00:00:00) Understanding the Sister Wound(00:02:55) Tantric and Yogic Perspectives on Sisterhood(00:05:57) Introduction of Nikki Fox and Her Journey(00:08:53) Defining Positive and Negative Characteristics of Sisterhood(00:12:05) The Formation of the Bee Sisterhood(00:15:25) The OG Bees(00:18:28) The Hive Agreements and Their Impact(00:23:11) The 6 Hive Agreements(00:26:33) The Concept of Sacred Selfishness(00:33:58) The Prayer for Harmony and Broader Vision(00:37:02) Learning from Bees and Practical Applications Helpful links:Nicole Fox - Author of The Hive Agreements: Bee Wisdom on Sisterhood, Sacred Belonging & Sustainability. Now Available on Amazon.The Integrative Medical Consulting GroupTemecula Center of Integrative MedicineSmileyniki and Beesisterhood on InstagramJoin the HIVEEmail: buzz@beesisterhood.com Your host:The Willingness Teachings on May 4 and 28, 2026Rasa: Living Inside the Mood of Beauty on May 29, 2026NEW Book by Christine: Mantra, Tantra, Ayahuasca: Ecstasy, Devotion, and the Return of the Holy Body. Available on Amazon and Spotify AudiobooksBhakti House Immersion with Christine Mason and Adam Bauer, with Special Guests Christopher “Hareesh” Wallis and Peter Dawkins on May 17–27, 2026Health Reset at the Big Island, Hawaii with Christine Mason on November 2026 Easter Intensive: Mystic Heart of Easter Retreat with Christine Mason and Elizabeth Arolyn Walsh on March 25-28, 2027Upcoming Events with ChristineGood Gathering Events at Sundari GardensBrought to you by Rosebud Woman, Award Winning Intimate and Body Care:Log in to the Rosebud Woman WebsiteThe Rosewoman Library: The Embodied Menopause & Intimacy LibraryBody Love Journal: The 9-Week Body Love JournalChristine Marie Mason@christinemariemason@rosebudwomanFounder, Rosebud WomanCo-Founder, Radiant Farms and Sundari GardensHost, The Rose Woman on Love and Liberation: Listen, Like, Share & Subscribe on Apple Podcast | Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Most couples don't need more effort… They need more space. Space to breathe. Space to feel. Space to actually experience each other again.   In this episode of Reignite: Love, Sex & Truth for Conscious Couples, we, together with Mike and Courtney from The Sacred We podcast, explore how speed, stress, and constant doing quietly disconnect relationships… and why slowing down can restore intimacy, safety, and desire. They share the deeper reason many loving couples feel far apart… and simple shifts that help you reconnect emotionally, physically, and relationally.   What You'll Hear in This Episode: Why does doing more often create more tension in relationships How speed and survival mode slowly disconnect loving couples Why does the connection happen through safety and presence, not pressure How slowing down transforms intimacy and desire What are the nervous system patterns underneath conflict and shutdown What are the simple ways to reconnect and create space together now   You don't need a new relationship.You may need a new pace. When you slow down enough to truly meet each other…connection returns, conflict softens, and love becomes accessible again

In a conscious, Anami-style relationship, the only acceptable answer to any invitation from your partner is: F*CK YES!!!Would you like to learn how to have better sex? F*ck yes!Do you want life-changing G-Spot, cervical and squirting orgasms? F*ck yes!Would you like to be able to become a multi-orgasmic man, fuck for three hours straight and learn to separate orgasm from ejaculation? F*ck yes!Most relationships are held together by their collective—and TACIT—that is, unspoken—agreement to stagnate together.In Anami Land, we have a pact to GROW together.  The kinds of things I talk about—what BECOMES the NORM around here—is the stuff of legends.Women having a hundred orgasms in a rowCouples having 72-hour sex datesMen being multi-orgasmic and able to orgasm without ejaculation Couples having sex from across the room and across the planet (my specialty, haha) These things ONLY happen when both people are ALL IN.It's f*ck yes! or bust. In this episode:How to change a stagnant relationship from “maybe later” and “we're too busy” to “fuck yes!” Starting a relationship with “fuck yes!” ​​​​​​​How I train myself for “fuck yes!” moments The day I caught 35 waves surfing Living in Anami Land means a perpetual “fuck yes!” “Bare minimums” in Anami Land: HINT: transcendental, multi-million-dollar-deal-generating blow jobs Coming Together: Registration closes tonight at midnight PST!My quintessential mind/body/spirit Tantric and creative genius spiritually orgasmic portal for couples to come together emotionally and sexually. You'll learn: How to create a conscious relationship that elevates you into the highest, most evolved versions of yourselves And generates the most quantum, life-changing orgasms: G-Spot, cervical, squirting for her and orgasms without ejaculation for men. And anal for both of you. Because don't you know? You can find God up your ass. Learn how to use your sexual energy to pro-creatively build your lives with Lifelong passionate intimacy becomes your daily reality: the stuff of Well-F**ked All Star legend My step-by-step techniques for cathartic and blissful yoni and lingam massagesHow to clear space, communicate openly and have the tough conversations in your relationship that remove blockages and clothing. Instantaneously. The ins-and-outs of sexual reflexology.  The ultimate therapeutic healing every time you have sex and touch each other. How to use different sex acts to make more cash. Eh, not that way. But through activating your energy channels and learning how to shape matter, space and time. Yes, that's what we do here in Anami Land, mf. Why most women don't achieve the "I saw God" vaginal orgasms and how they can. Super stamina techniques for men. And much more Fuck yes, we're in!https://kimanami.com/lovers

Consider the bright-eyed students who signed up for tantric yoga and sacred sexuality courses through their local yoga studios, only to eventually find they were sending the guru photos of themselves in bikinis to see if they qualified for a private initiation ceremony. What's unique about today's guru, Gregorian Bivolaru, is how his organization's in-depth courses reached into over 30 different countries, delivering a steady stream of young, starry-eyed women to be abused by him in Paris. A new documentary series, Twisted Yoga, tells the story of the women who've come forward to expose what they allege are the criminal actions of the guru and his cult. Julian cover the nuts and bolts, Matthew digs into Bivolaru's Soviet-era Romanian background, and then Derek interviews director Rowan Deacon, who reveals some info not covered in the series, such as the “meditations for Trump” going on at some of Bivolaru's yoga studios. Show Notes Gregorian Bivolaru official biography POV Magazine: How Twisted Yoga Centres Care Amid a Web of Lies Discourse Analysis of Public Communication Campaigns about Gregorian Bivolaru ACT Database: "Sucker Love is Heaven Sent" — A Romanian Yoga Cult Under Investigation NBC Bay Area: Romanian yoga leader Gregorian Bivolaru accused of sexual abuse CNN: French police arrest yoga guru in connection with alleged rape, human trafficking and kidnapping scheme Connexion France: 41 arrests over tantric yoga group accused of sex abuse in France Marxists Internet Archive: Alexandra Kollontai, Theses on Communist Morality in the Sphere of Marital Relations (1921) UPI (January 1990): Ceaușescu children lived it up while people suffered Dispărut, dar cu conturile pline. Guru Bivolaru face milioane de dolari anual  UPI (May 1990): Ceaușescu's playboy son on trial UNADFI: Abus de faiblesse Statute Law Review: Criminalizing Coercive Control — Cross-Jurisdictional Lessons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it actually mean to have a tantric relationship? And how do you create one, even if your partner has never heard the word tantra?   One of the greatest gifts Brazil has given me is my new friend Bel Litsek. Bel is a tantric relationship coach, psychotherapist and couples therapist trained by Leila Mardin, and we have been staying up until 2am every single night having the most nuanced conversations about love, intimacy and desire I have ever had. So I had to bring her on the podcast.   In this episode Bel shares the tantric practices and relationship tools she uses with her clients to create deeper intimacy, more erotic energy and a love that actually keeps growing.   In this episode we explore:

As in, our genitals are oracles. When they speak, they reveal our innermost truths. We can have conversations with our own genitals. What's even more fun, is having them with our partner's genitals.In today's episode I speak with Well-F**ked All Stars and Coming Together Alumni Carla and Pracarsh about their relationships with each other's cock and pussy:How they grow and shift and change, depending on how much they open and how well they are loved. And when asked, what they have to say.In this episode: An Anami-inspired marriage Only dishonesty can break the relationshipOur genitals size and shape change as we release any stuck energy in themBlocks malform your body“His cock keeps growing bigger!”Conversations with cockGodly energy in our genitalsSentient breastsGenitals demand coherence and honesty. Otherwise they shut down.Yoni massage and jade egg to unwind a “hard” and closed vaginaGenital cursesAlchemizing past wounds together through sex“Vibrations of energy come from my yoni all the way up my body and I get transported into different dimensions.”Says Carla: “Being in a conscious monogamous relationship where the container is sealed between you, has seriously been one of the most healing and beautiful experiences of my life.”COMING TOGETHER FOR COUPLES SALONEVERY couple can be having hours of sex, energy sex, multi-orgasmic sex, 20, 30, 40 orgasms in a session sex, and be turned on by each other for decades. it's the Anami Guarantee. I walk you through how to get there, step-by-step, in the Coming Together for Couples Salon. This is my 10-week online program for couples where you'll learn everything from: How to have wild, 10-hours long Tantric sex How to communicate from the heart and genitals to achieve deep vulnerability Guided lingam and yoni massage Techniques to achieve all the deeper orgasms in women: G-spot, squirting and cervical Achieving superstar stamina in men and have full control over when you orgasm Or IF you do: I'll also teach you how to orgasm without ejaculation Feminine and masculine polarity to amplify these energies in your life and bed, This is the secret to the hottest—and lifelong—sexual chemistry 

One of my absolute most favourite concepts in ALL of my work is the idea of:  Fuck them until you change them. Our sex acts have the power to transform us. But only when they hit a certain level of Anami gourmet-style sex. The big barometric question I always ask people about their sex lives, and the way you can tell whether you're having Anami-style gourmet sex or plebeian junk-food sex, is: Does sex change your life? Do you feel energized, rejuvenated, euphoric, healed, transformed and like you've seen God? If not, you're doing it wrong. Anything other than that isn't hitting the mark. At least in Anami Land. In this episode we speak to Well-F**ked All Stars Jared and Vi:The emotional catharsis of squirtingHealing and alchemizing past trauma through sexMale G-Spot liberationOrgasm without ejaculation for him SHE LOVES HIS COCK. Can't get enough of it.From religious suppression to: “if the entire bed isn't unusable with wetness after we're done, then it was a small session.”3-hour sex date impact lasts for a week COMING TOGETHER FOR COUPLES SALON EVERY couple can be having hours of sex, energy sex, multi-orgasmic sex, 20, 30, 40 orgasms in a session sex, and be turned on by each other for decades. it's the Anami Guarantee. I walk you through how to get there, step by step, in my Coming Together Salon. This is my 10-week online program for couples where you'll learn everything from: How to have wild, 10-hours long Tantric sex How to communicate from the heart and genitals to achieve deep vulnerability Using your sexual energy to alchemise ALL of your relationship and personal issues Step by step guided lingam and yoni massage Techniques to achieve all the deeper orgasms in women: G-spot, squirting and cervical Achieving superstar stamina in men: being able to have full control over when you orgasm Or IF you do: I'll also teach you how to orgasm without ejaculation Feminine and masculine polarity to amplify these energies in your life and bed, This is the secret to the hottest—and lifelong—sexual chemistry To signup, go to kimanami.com/lovers