Find Your Feminine Fire

Have you ever noticed how often, performing the smallest, routine tasks—rituals, if you will—can have a ripple effect that results in a big transformation? Keeping a journal, drinking tea, lighting a candle, taking daily walks, and taking the stairs instead of the elevator are just a few examples of simple, routine steps that might deliver a major impact physically or mentally over time. If you know me and have been listening to the pod you know how much I preach about the power of rituals! I love the power of simple plus doable for lasting results. Today on the pod I'm talking with Tâmara Castelo, a specialist in Chinese Traditional medicine, and the CEO of Tâmara Castelo Clinic (in Lisbon and Porto), TMC Health, TMC Holistic and TMC Jewellery. At her clinic, Tâmara treats sleep disorders, thyroid disorders, intestine diseases, anxiety, migraines, and hormonal problems, and takes a holistic approach to healing. In this episode she's sharing about her new book, The Power of Rituals walks readers through how to determine their biotype and, based on that, create a personal plan with easy, repetitive tasks designed to rebalance sleep, manage stress, reduce anxiety, and end toxic thoughts. Listen in for some simple, easy rituals to help you live your best life.

Are you tired of constant fighting in your relationship? Imagine a life where conflicts are resolved with understanding and connection instead of anger and disconnection. It is possible to have a thriving relationship without fighting, and to create lasting intimacy. This week I'm talking with expert Love Educator and Relationship Coach Railey Molinario about her pillars of Relationship Intelligence, and how this works to help you create the relationship you desire, and to keep things hot after the honeymoon period ends.

Reigniting a bond with an old friend after a long time apart can be a truly special and nostalgic experience. Did you know that you can have a similar experience with your own body? That's right! Just like an old friend, your body has been there for you through thick and thin, and is always ready to welcome you back with open arms. In this episode, I'm going to take you on a journey of self-discovery and self-care. You'll learn how to reconnect with your body and treat it with the love and respect it deserves. From simple breathing exercises to mindfulness practices, I'll share easy and effective ways to help you get back in touch with your physical self. So, come along and join me on this exciting adventure as we befriend our bodies, and rediscover the joys of self-connection.

In my experience, I've found empowerment and focusing on health are key to finding more joy and pleasure. And, it's very real that this culture in which we live in, there is a high probability that when you move to explore what feels good, the imprints of past trauma or violation, even culturally and collectively will show up. It's important to recognize the pervasiveness of trauma in the world and seek to be responsive to this reality. In this episode I'm sharing why trauma informed care is so important, especially when working with sexuality, what you can do to advocate for yourself in situations so you can feel more comfortable, and what you can do to invite in more compassion, curiosity, and care in your own pleasure explorations.

You know those awful, terrible, sucker-punch moments in life? The ones that knock you down, burn you up, or make you cringe so hard you wish it was all a bad dream? Probably–because we all do. These epic, messy, oh-no-oh-crap moments of chaos are just part of life–yet, as Dr. Neeta Bhushan shows us, they're also beautiful opportunities for change. In this week's episode I'm talking with Dr. Neeta about how to embrace the suck–and in doing so, break through to lasting, audacious resilience. You'll learn why it's so hard to get back up when stuff goes down, how four core components of your life shape your individual Bounce Factor, and how to navigate the five stages of the Fly Forward framework through Falling, Igniting, Rising, Magnifying, and on to Thriving. Listen in and share with a friend who you know will love this episode.

In our busy lives, it can be so easy to forget to center our own pleasure. The Pleasure Foundation is here to offer that community where you matter, your pleasure matters, and less is more. The Pleasure Foundation is a space dedicated to cultivating your sexual aliveness, sensuality, and nervous system regulation. You'll enjoy monthly Pleasure Rituals guided by me and my guests, as well as community support, live events, and much more. Listen in to to our final minisode #6 to hear more about the keys to create more pleasure in your life, and get all the deets and an invitation to join my new membership. Missed the earlier Minisodes? Catch them here: Minisode #1: 80s Parties and Reviving Your Desire Minisode #2: What to Do When Pleasure Feels Impossible Minisode #3: Pleasure 101 Minisode #4: What does it mean to "practice pleasure" Minisode #5: Say Goodbye to sexual shame

Minisode 5 of 6 here, on how to say goodbye to sexual shame. Listen in as I jam on why our sexual shame holds us back in so many ways - and how working to move past it can invite freedom and expansion in all areas of your life. I truly believe if there was less shame around sex, there would be less shadow around sex. This is why its paramount to talk about it, to de-stigmatize it, and to find your way to what feels good. Missed the earlier Minisodes 1-4? Catch them here:

WTF is a pleasure practice anyway, and why would I want to do one? Listen in to this Minisode #4 of 6 as I share how a pleasure practice transformed one of my shitty days into a good one, what constitutes a pleasure practice, and how to deal with the fear around pleasure.

Want to know the concrete steps to finding your desire and pleasure again? Maybe you just want to keep the motor humming and expand your current pleasure potential Welcome to Minisode #3 of 6 It starts with understanding what pleasure means to you. And making it easier to access with simple, practical steps. Listen in to this Minisode #3 of 6 as I share more about the process to pleasure, and the steps I find most effective. Missed the earlier Minisodes? Catch them here: Minisode #1: 80s Parties and Reviving Your Desire Minisode #2: What to Do When Pleasure Feels Impossible _________________________________________________________Are you ready to create the Foundation of Pleasure in your life? My pleasure membership is starting in 2023! This will be a space dedicated to cultivating your sexual aliveness, sensuality, and nervous system regulation. You'll enjoy monthly Pleasure Rituals guided by me and my guests, as well as community support, live events, and much more. Get more information and join us HERE!

Why does pleasure feel so hard sometimes? Today I'm dropping in with another podcast mini-sode (minisode #2 of 6) on fun and desire. Today I'm jamming on why it feels so challenging to feel connected to pleasure, why its not your fault if you feel this way, and what you can do to invite in more of what feels good. I believe that pleasure should be a priority and not an afterthought. It's foundational. But our systems aren't set up to support that, so it's common for busy women to totally dismiss it. Listen in to learn more about what to do to reclaim this important aspect of our health and well being.

Ever feel like you've just lost your mojo? Sometimes a good dose of ole fashion fun can do the trick! Listen into this mini-episode as I share about reconnecting to my desire thru an 80s party, and what you can do to invite in more fun and aliveness when you're feeling down. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Are you ready to create the Foundation of Pleasure in your life? My pleasure membership is starting in 2023! This will be a space dedicated to cultivating your sexual aliveness, sensuality, and nervous system regulation. You'll enjoy monthly Pleasure Rituals guided by me and my guests, as well as community support, live events, and much more. Get more information HERE!

In this episode, I'm talking with Kylene Terhune, the CEO and founder of the Phoenix Transformation Project, on what it really takes to heal from betrayal. Kylene is both a functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner and NLP life coach supporting women who've experienced sexual betrayal trauma, and in this episode, Kylene shares her personal story of betrayal, and what has supported her healing. Thru her experience, she wove together the BEST information that she received over the past few years including her experiences with trauma therapy, sexual betrayal podcasts, books, betrayal and addiction resources, various certification programs and practitioner trainings to help you avoid the fluff and get right into the meat of recovery so you can support yourself holistically as you move through the healing process from Day 1. Listen in as she shares the steps to recovery, and how you can support yourself or a loved one who is dealing with betrayal.

In this week's pod I'm talking about coaching, cults, and trusting yourself. Tune in to discover: ✨Why psychological marketing and selling techniques are so effective. ✨Why manipulation is so rampant in this industry, and how to make sure you're being discerning. ✨How to market in alignment with your values. ✨Why trauma informed business practices are important. ✨Why you should never override your body's signals, and how to tune into those signals ✨and much more!

If you're looking to say goodbye to erectile dysfunction challenges in your relationship and discover proven ways to find more sexual vitality, then you're going to love today's episode with Dr. Anne Truong. Dr. Anne is a board-certified physician with over 20 years of clinical experience. She's successfully treated over 7,000 men with erectile dysfunction (ED). She is passionate about healing the cause of sexual dysfunction, not just masking symptoms and sharing education so that we can know how to have a better quality of life. In this episode, Dr. Anne will talk us through the above as well as guide us through how to approach the situation if your partner is experiencing erectile dysfunction, how to best support your partner navigating erectile dysfunction, and steps to take towards solving the problem.

As I was driving my kiddo to school yesterday, the Mariah Carey song, "All I Want For Christmas is You" song came on, and I started to think about how so many women identifying people have a hard time knowing what they want. Listen into this episode as I share why it can feel hard to know what you want, how to learn to tune into your needs, and how to TRULY get what you desire. You'll learn how to tune into what you really want, how to ask for it, and then, how to open to receive your desires. Enjoy!

If you're curious to learn about womb health and how we create intimacy with our bodies and our cycles, and find kindness and compassion for yourself in the process, tune into today's episode with Kit Maloney of Kitara. Kit has spent over 20 years as an advocate, activist, academic, and entrepreneur committed to the advancement of gender equality through women's embodied health and healing. Kit started Kitara to help others steam with more ease and joy using their beautifully-designed, expertly-crafted products and services for safe, easy, and effective in-home yoni steaming. In this episode, Kit dives into the benefits of yoni steaming, and how to cultivate a safe and effective practice. She also shares with us her journey from yoni steam skeptic to yoni steam super fan, how to create time and space to make room for what our womb is wanting, and, if you're still looking for holiday gifts, she even shares a special discount code for Kitara's steam seats in the episode.

Let's face it, this time of year can zap your libido. Holidays, extended family, travel, hectic schedules, kids home from school… even saying all that makes my chest constrict and feel tight. Join me and let's take 3 breaths, as I want to share in this episode, how to stay sensually connected to yourself and your desire as we move into the holidays. Listen into this week's pod to discover some ways you can center your pleasure, reduce stress, and keep your desire ho ho humming this holiday season. Listen in as I share; ✨Why this time of year can zap your libido. ✨How to create realistic expectations for the holidays. ✨Why stress is a libido killer, and what to do about it. ✨How to determine what makes you turn on, and what makes you turn off. ✨Why context is so important in creating good connection. ✨Understanding our natural rhythms and cycles, and how to honor winter. ✨Strategies to stay grounded. ✨Creating Pleasure Rituals when schedules are tight. and more. Enjoy! Much love, Amanda

Women do not always receive the same healthcare as men.In fact, for too long medicine has not recognized that numerous health conditions — like heart disease, stroke, stress, mental health and more — impact women differently than men.Orthopedic surgeon Mary I. O'Connor and medical anthropologist Kanwal L. Haq want to change that by empowering women with knowledge about the current landscape of women's health, and showing them how to actively engage with their healthcare team. Listen into this week's episode as they share how to advocate for our health needs, in a system that isn't always set up to support you.

If you are looking for fun ways to make your sex life more passionate, more connected, and more satisfying, you are going to love this week's episode. I'm bringing back my good friend, and the most amazing human, Susan Bratton. Susan, an Intimacy Expert for millions, is back on the show to discuss all things how to stay inspired to keep trying new things, vaginal rejuvenation, how to have awesome sex right now, and more. Susan is co-founder and CEO of two corporations: Personal Life Media, Inc., a publisher of heart-connected lovemaking techniques and bedroom communication skills and The20, LLC., a manufacturer of organic and botanical supplements that enhance sexual vitality. A best-selling author and publisher of 44 books and programs, she has spent her career cultivating ways for people to have these tools for better connection, and amazing sex.

Looking for better sex in 2022 and beyond? This week on the podcast, we dive into the new gender and sexual revolution as well as The "Manisexto" that will help start the standards for ethical and pleasurable sex with Dr. Catherine M. Roach, professor of gender and cultural studies at New College - The University of Alabama, where she teaches on topics such as gender, sexuality, and pop culture. She has over 25 years of research and teaching experience on gender and sexual studies and popular culture. She's a two-time Fulbright award winner with lots of amazing accolades. In this episode, we'll be discussing the shifting demographic, how to discuss consent, comprehensive sex education for young people, inclusive masculinity, genital anxiety, and more.

What does it mean to microdose on your own medicine? If you're looking to grow pleasure, joy and presence in your life, then listen to this week's podcast as I share the importance of little daily doses of pleasure. Tune in to discover - why small micro shifts make huge impacts and change, and how this helps you eliminate self doubt, hold yourself with love and kindness, find more resilience, and enhance your capacity for joy... all with your own medicine.

Are you aware of the orgasm gap? If you're looking to find more pleasure and fulfilment in your sex life, then listen in for some enlightening facts to change your sex life for the better today. In this episode, you'll learn why, statistically, only about 39% of women orgasm during heterosexual encounters and what we can do to change this cultural problem. My guest this week is Dr. Laurie Mintz who is a feminist author, therapist, professor, and speaker whose life work has really been dedicated and committed to helping people live more authentic, meaningful, joyful, and sexually-satisfying lives through the art and science of psychology. She's a tenured professor at The University of Florida, and she has amazing research under her belt. She's also written two popular books which I highly recommend - Becoming Cliterate: Why Orgasm Equality Matters and How to Get It (such a great book), and also A Tired Woman's Guide to Passionate Sex: Reclaim Your Desire and Reignite Your Relationship. Tune in as we talk about closing the orgasm gap and what this can do for us personally and culturally.

When it comes to pleasure, there are so many ways to find more of it. Today I'm talking with my husband Mark, DC, MHA on how to make movement and exercise more pleasurable for better sexual health. Listen in as we to find out why our cardiovascular health is so important when it comes to sexual function, and easy ways to feel better in your body.

If you're in honoring your body and your vulva as a way of connecting to your deep power and decolonizing from systems of oppression, this episode is for you. My guest, Sasha Ostara, is a Mexican multicultural woman, Somatic Feminist, and the Creatrix of Vulvalchemy™ Tune into today's episode to hear more about the invitation that led Sasha to explore her own body, how to go about being kinder and more compassionate to your own body, and how connecting to your sexual energy can allow you to reclaim your wholeness as a woman.

You've probably heard about microdosing, which is all the rage these days. If you're curious about this practice, tune in as in this week's podcast, Tracey Tee, of Moms On Mushrooms, will bust some myths and misunderstandings on these buzz words that are out there. It is one of Tracey's missions to de-stigmatize psychedelics, especially for Moms. Tune in as she shares her story and why she feels it is so impactful, and why she started Moms On Mushrooms. "I think it's really important for mothers, especially, to come together around this plant medicine, to heal, and to try to find a place as women and as mothers that feels like we're also our best selves, and I think microdosing can do that." - Tracey Tee *This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. Psychedelics and sacred plant medicines are not for everyone. As a psychedelic advocate and educator, Tracey Tee is not promoting the mindless use or consumption of any sacred plant medicines, including any not discussed in this course.*

If you're always looking for ways to feel better in your skin and get your feminine fire rockin' and rollin', this episode is for you! This week, I'm talking with Lana Kerr, the CEO and founder of Lumisque and CO2LIFT. Lana walks us through the benefits of CO2LIFT V (her company's non-surgical vaginal rejuvenation treatment) and how it works to leave your skin down there plump and juicy. In this episode, we'll be discussing how to feel good in your skin and why taking care of your skin on both your face and your vulva is important. Lana will share how the use of this treatment will help vulva owners more fully enjoy intimacy. Whether you want to show yourself some love or you're healing or taking medication that tends to dry out your skin, CO2LIFT V is a treatment that can help you show your vulva appreciation, stave off aging, and improve the quality of your intimate life.

This time of year is perfect to take a look at the rhythms of your life. As we honor the ending of summer and the back to school season, it can be a powerful time to embrace movement and transition. Listen into this episode to learn how embrace the Groundskeeper archetype in your own life, and I share an easy ritual to honor your summer, and move into this next season with support to thrive.

This week I'm sharing about one of my favorite practices, and the Do's and Don'ts of a proper Jade Egg/ Yoni Egg practice. This episode is an oldie but a goodie from September 2020 yet still so timely. I'm landing from a busy summer travel schedule and this practice is my go to for feeling connected to myself, my energy, and my desire in the midst of a lot of chaos. Tune in as I answer all your questions, and demystify this powerful sensual self care tool. Enjoy!

Want to stop second guessing yourself and your worthiness ? If you're looking to grow your self trust, then listen in to this episode! I'm going to share why so many women identifying people suffer from "not enoughness" and lack of self trust, and how to build this muscle to feel more confident and have more trust in yourself.

Want to discover more ways to move through loss to find pleasure again? If you're in need of support navigating sex after loss, then listen in to this episode. This week I'm talking with Krista St. Germain, master certified life coach, post-traumatic growth and grief expert, widow, mom, and host of The Widowed Mom Podcast. We discuss how you can move into healing from deep loss, navigating through finding pleasure and feeling good again, and the unique effect grief can have on each individual human being. Krista's also going to demystify some of those common myths that widows have been told about their sex lives and grief. She'll also share about how to support yourself and get the support you need from others throughout this process, no matter what type of grief you are healing through. Enjoy!

If you're feeling uncertain or constantly in survival mode due to the current state of our world, and you're looking for ways that you can move from feeling so overwhelmed to feeling more stable, secure, and resourced in your nervous system, then you're going to love this week's podcast episode. In today's episode, I'll take you through a Simple Pleasure Practice to bring you back to your magical self and help you reconnect to your own being through a sense of pleasure. This Simple Pleasure Practice will help you reconnect to your center and connect to pleasure in whatever way feels right for you. Remember, we need to discover our connection to the power that pleasure can bring us now more than ever.

If you are seeking to find peace surrounding an abortion, infertility, or the loss of a baby, then you're going to need to listen to this week's podcast with Kate Carson. As a teacher, a scientist, and a chemical engineer, as well as a sex and relationship coach, an activist for abortion rights, and a mom, Kate is a multi-faceted woman with a powerful story. Through her work, Kate is helping other women to find connection around taboo topics as well as find healing and pleasure again after an abortion or babyloss. Kate also works closely with moms, dads, and couples at the Ending A Wanted Pregnancy support group, a babyloss community. In today's episode, Kate will share with you her own story of losing her baby, Laurel, why she, personally, uses the term "abortion" instead of "termination" when referring to her decision to terminate her pregnancy, and why she's so passionate about the work that she does. Kate also shares ways to protect yourself and ask for help post-loss, how to make peace with your body post-loss, and how to begin to find pleasure again.

If you're looking to stop getting stuck in self-doubt and instead grow your confidence, then you're going to love this week's podcast with Alexandra Dotcheva. As a hospital nurse and a one-time celebrated concert violinist in the insanely competitive world of symphony orchestras, Alexandra Dotcheva is no stranger to self-doubt and low self-confidence. Beginning from the time she was a young girl, she was driven to become such a skilled violinist as to eventually win a coveted chair with a world-renowned symphony orchestra. Alexandra knows that poorly defined priorities can get in the way of anybody's self-confidence and impact decision-making for years or even decades. In today's episode, she will share holistic ways to gain more self-confidence, talk about her journey from low self-confidence to becoming a self-made millionaire, and share about how she became an expert on her own holistic health and wellbeing.

Want to resolve conflict more easily in your relationship? Conflict in relationships is unavoidable, but there are healthy ways to move through it to emerge stronger and more connected. Today on the pod I'm thrilled to be talking with Jayson Gaddis, relationship expert, founder of the Relationship School and host of the Relationship school podcast. He is the author of the book, Getting To Zero, How to Work through conflict in your High stakes relationships. He shares how the fastest way to indestructible relationships is to become good at working through conflict, together, and how to do just that.

If you ever struggle to find pleasure, or feel "broken" due to life's circumstances or experiences, listen up to this episode as we're gonna dive into the journey of pleasure and how to find joy in the process. I'm taking with Elena Sonnino, life coach, yin yoga teacher, and author of the book Inhabit Your Joy: A Book of Nudges. When Elena was diagnosed with cancer in 1997 and had a hysterectomy in 2012, she never imagined that it would result in tremendous sexual pain. Tune in as she shares some of the key tools that have supported her on your journey back to pleasure, and how you can use them too!

If you ever feel like you have done so much in your life for other people and now you're ready to put yourself first for a change, or you feel your health has taken a toll because of putting yourself last and you're ready to take back the reins, then you're gonna love today's episode. This week I'm talking with Dr. Jayne Dabu,DAOM,L.Ac., who inspires women to take their turn in health, relationships, and career so they achieve invincible confidence, clarity, and control. You'll learn how to put yourself first, how to advocate for your needs in healthcare, how to celebrate your "micro wins" , and how to get your voice back after being afraid to speak up for yourself.

If you desire more connection and intimacy, but feel flat when it comes to the desire department, then listen into this episode, as I share some simple, easy and fun tips to fire up your libido.

If you're ready to move past tradition into your own truth and wisdom, to finally feel free to honor your authentic self as it changes over the years, and feel more connected to your purpose, then you're going to love this week's podcast as SharRon Jamison shares some gems on what it really takes to dare to live your truth. SharRon Jamison is a life strategist, author, minister, entrepreneur, and corporate leader who is committed to helping you BE who you were born to be, and not settle for what society has taught and told you to be.

Want to go from turned off to turned on after a busy day? If you're looking to find more ways to amplify your desire and arousal, then listen up! This week on the Find Your Feminine Fire podcast I'm talking with Dr. Rose Schlaff (she/her) a Pelvic Physical Therapist, Sexual Health Coach and the Founder and CEO of Be Well with Rose, LLC. She is passionate about helping women and queer leaders take the stress out of sex so they can feel energized and excited during intimacy and connect more deeply in all areas of their relationship.

Are you looking to solve you pelvic pain or prevent pelvic health problems? In this week's pod you'll discover the mistakes that are killing your vagina and how to optimize your sexual wellness, beat prolapse and stop incontinence with Alyce Adams, RN AKA The Kegel Queen™.

Today, I'm gonna be talking about something that I have not touched on the podcast in a long while, or maybe if ever, around, specifically, how birth and parenthood can affect how men feel sexually about their partners. I know that, often, I'm speaking from the women's part of view, but I also think it's interesting to listen to some different perspectives as well -- to, perhaps, have more empathy in your relationship, or if maybe you're looking for additional support, know that there are resources available. Tune in as I talk with certified trauma-informed sex, love, and relationship coach Carla Crivaro as she shares about the phenomenon of "The Forgotten Father."

Is pelvic pain keeping you from enjoying more pleasure in your intimate relationships? If you're looking to move from painful sex into more joy and fulfillment in your sex life then tune into this week's podcast as I talk with sex-positive pelvic health physical therapist and sexuality educator and counselor, Dr. Uchenna "UC" Ossai. In one of her recent posts, Dr. UC shares that 80% of women who have chronic pelvic pain are still having penetrative sex despite reporting moderate to severe pain. Let's talk about why this can happen, and what you can do about it. And know, if this is something you struggle with, you aren't alone, and there is such possibility for moving through the pain into a more pleasurable experience.

Want to enjoy more money and better sex? If you're looking for more pleasure, passion and money, then tune in as on this week's podcast episode I'm talking with my dear friend and colleague Marie Magdalena Wolf, certified trauma informed Sacred Sexuality and Relationship coach, on what it takes to really receive all that you desire.

Would you like to master the art of flirtation in your relationship? If you're looking to keep the playful spark alive and well, this skill is a must. This week on the pod I'm going to show you why flirting can be so fun and share 5 ways to get better at it starting today.

Are you feeling tired, overwhelmed, or super stressed out? If you're looking for ways to prevent and heal from burnout, then tune in. This week on the podcast I'm talking with educator, wellness coach and consultant Michelle Emmannuelle on burnout prevention and recovery. Tune in to discover what is at the root of burnout, the different types, and some micro steps you can take today to feel better and start to heal.

With mental health among women suffering after the pandemic and all we've been facing the past few years, it may feel challenging to feel connected to your authentic self. If you're looking to move through adversity in your life, then listen in to enjoy this week's podcast. Today you'll discover how you can own your authentic power and transform the mind, body, and spirit with the power of hope – just as it did for my guest today, Ashley Bernardi. As the founder of a national media relations and publicity firm, Ashley has the privilege of access to many of the world's leading experts in health and wellness who offered healing and hope with her personal challenges—a rich collection of top doctors, neurologists, psychologists, nutritionists, coaches, spiritualists, and others. She shares their profound wisdom so that you can build hope during your times of struggle in her recent book, Authentic Power, Give Yourself Permission to Feel. Listen in as Ashely shares some insight to help you how to move through your pain, let down the mask of strength, and feel your genuine emotions to FEEL and HEAL.

What might shift in your life when you remember how to celebrate your feminine power? If you're looking to ignite your creative spark, invite more of your feminine magic online, then you are gonna love this week's episode. Today, I am talking with my dear friend and magic maker, Tiffany Josephs on how to use your creativity to ignite your Feminine Fire. I just love Tiffany so much. Let me just just explain. Picture this. Picture it's a gray scene. Everything's gray. Everything's meh, maybe boring, maybe meh, and then all of a sudden, this magical creature walks in, and with every wave of her hand the colors start appearing and things start coming to life. It's like opening the door into Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory. That is what I feel about Tiffany and her presence. And this is how you can feel when you unleash your creative expression. Enjoy this weeks episode!

On this week's pod, I'm going to share with you why pleasure is vital nervous system care. It is not a luxury. It is actually a need for our systems to have more resilience in this crazy world, and some easy ways to invite in more pleasure and to cultivate a sensual self-care practice so you can get your daily dose of pleasure, your daily dose of vitamin P.

For many it feels like aspects of community and being together has changed since the pandemic. Thankfully there is much we can do to create the belonging we crave, and to work with our nervous systems to move back into ways of connection that feel good. This week I'm talking with Kimberly Ann Johnson, a Sexological Bodyworker, Somatic Experiencing practitioner, yoga teacher, postpartum advocate, and single mom on relating and cultivating community in challenging times. Working hands-on in integrative women's health and trauma recovery for more than a decade, she helps women heal from birth injuries, gynecological surgeries, and sexual boundary violations. Kimberly is the author of the Call of the Wild: How We Heal Trauma, Awaken Our Own Power, and Use It for Good, as well as the early mothering classic The Fourth Trimester, and is the host of the Sex Birth Trauma podcast.

Join me as I talk with Lisa Townsend on freeing your authentic expression, learning how to use your voice for more confidence, and how music, and singing can be used as mindfulness tools. Being able to express ourselves and allow our authentic music -- whatever form that might be -- to come out is such a powerful and important confidence tool. Lisa Townsend is a board-certified music therapist and creative vocal coach who has a passion for creating space for exploration so you can speak and sing with courage and authenticity, use music as a tool to overcome any kind of limiting belief.