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Somatic Sex Educators, Rahi Chun and Ariel Sazbo, join Devi to explore the meaning of “Erotic Intelligence” and how conscious sexual intimacy allows us to rewire our understanding of intimacy, heal the nervous systems, and expand consciousness through the Body.

Discover the path from “release” to revelation and expand your understanding of what sex Is for!

Learn about:
1) The difference between Sex as Performance vs. Sex as Practice
2) The 8 Pillars of Intimacy
3) Nervous System Attunement as an Aphrodisiac
4) Re-patterning habits with pleasure 
5) Tracking Erotic Energy
6) Playing the Pleasure Scale
7) Expanding your Erotic Container
8) Sex as a Portal to Consciousness


About Rahi and Ariel:
Rahi Chun and Ariel Szabo are certified Somatic Sex Educators and Sexological Bodyworkers devoted to restoring erotic aliveness through conscious touch, deep relational presence, and erotic alchemy.

Rahi is internationally recognized for teaching the art of genital de-armoring and understanding how our developmental imprints influence our adult sexual expression.

Ariel is recognized for her depth of attunement in somatic and erotic work, her integration of plant medicine and pleasure, and her writing at the intersection of sexuality, power, and liberation.

Together they teach from lived experience: from their own practice of erotic devotion, rupture and repair, and the conscious choice of returning to connection. They offer private sessions, couples immersives, and their signature online course at divineunionforlovers.com.





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What many mainstream media outlets don’t tell you is that sex after 50 often becomes more intentional, emotionally fulfilling, and enjoyable than our younger years. 


It is a time when sex is less about performance and more about pleasure, communication, and intimacy.

Midlife sex and relationship expert, Karen Bigman, joins Devi for an honest conversation about what no one tells you about sex after 50. 

Tune in and learn:

• Why current scripts around sex and aging are outdated
• How sex & desire don't disappear, but they DO change
• The framework for a healthy sexual relationship in midlife
• Why your sexspan should = your lifespan 
• How men have their own sexual challenges that affect their partnered relationships.
  

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What does it feel like to come home to your body as a cancer survivor? How do you reclaim pleasure, sensation, and connection to your body after treatment?

In this episode of Sex Is Medicine, Certified Sexologist Stacie Steinbock shares their personal story of surviving ovarian cancer, undergoing cancer treatment, and how having cancer and being a cancer survivor has impacted their sexual health and sensual wellbeing. If you are or know a cancer survivor, this is an episode discussing sexual healing and self-empowerment you won't want to miss.

Ready to reclaim pleasure and connection? Register now for Stacie's 10-week program for cancer survivors: "Coming Home: Sexual Healing for Gynecological and Breast Cancer Survivors." Spots are limited—secure yours today and begin your healing journey at Golden Thread Tantra.

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“When you dwell in a frequency that feeds you, your frequency will naturally reset your authenticity. Remember, there is a difference between a person who has medicine and a person who is medicine.” ~Malidome Patrice Some

We are committed to the collective activation of pleasure as sacred medicine. But WHY, why do we need pleasure as medicine, and how does this factor into our communities?

Here’s the truth: it is about more than skillful living, it’s about vision. The inner resources we have to make it through without compromising our hearts. So much creative power happens when we come together in a focused liberatory practice

Healing does not mean we are not already whole – in sacred wisdom, it summons us to acknowledge, accept, and become our true selves. 

Certified Authentic Tantra Practitioners Ahamne Glover and Laurie McCraken join Devi to discuss the potent benefits of communal healing spaces anchored in the embodied experience of Pleasure as Medicine. 

Listeners will tap into the benefits of learning about the power of non-sexual communal pleasure practices to:

• Tap into the wisdom of ritual as spiritual attunement and dreaming as expansion
• Harness your creative power to transform patterns of thinking and being
• Receive communal empathy in a world divorced from compassion
• Co-regulate your nervous system through inner harmony, inner cooperation, and inner authority
• Receiving support through focused collective intention and surrender to Spirit

Join Ahmane and Laurie LIVE every Tuesday from April 28th-May 26th  6:30pm - 8:30pm EST for PLEASURE AS MEDICINE COMMUNAL HEALING SPACE ~ FIVE WEEK GROUP ACTIVATION PROGRAM
 
Registration Ends April 20th!

Register HERE!



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Are you sabotaging your sex life by falling into an "intimacy trap"? No, we’re not talking about love-bombing and emotional manipulation, we’re talking about the three biggest intimacy traps that men fall into when trying to navigate the complex landscape of post-pardom, perimenopause, hormonal fluctuations, and SEX.

In this week’s episode, Intimacy After Kids expert, Sofia Fortin, and Devi Ward Erickson discuss the three biggest traps men fall into in this relationship stage that sabotage their sex life, what is in their power to control and change, and how to shift the vibe from roommates back to romance, no matter what's going on in their partner's body. 

Uncover the 3 biggest intimacy traps:
- trap number 1 - waiting for her libido to come back. You can create the conditions for desire 
- trap number 2 - frozen in uncertainty, and cutting off non sexual connection and touch 
- trap number 3 - talking about it to death and seeking validation ( chasing her is not the vibe) 

Tune into this week's episode to learn more about how you can show up as an empowered man (not a boy) in the bedroom.




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In this episode of Sex Is Medicine, we focus on understanding porn addiction—its causes, effects, and the underlying unmet needs that may drive compulsive use.

Guest Jeremy Lipkowitz, founder of Unhooked Academy, shares his personal journey of overcoming porn addiction with mindfulness and self-connection. 

Find out: 
* How porn rewires the mind to be addicted to novelty and more extreme content over time
* The overlap between Buddhist philosophy and addiction recovery (understanding craving and suffering)
* Why mindfulness meditation practices are a crucial component of healing from addiction.
* The Buddhist concept of the Realm of the Hungry Ghosts and how it relates to modern society's feeling of "never enough."
*  The "Rat Park" experiment and what it teaches us about addiction and recovery
* Understanding the role of shame in addiction (and how to heal toxic sexual shame)

About Jeremy:
Jeremy Lipkowitz is a former Buddhist monk, meditation teacher, and ICF-certified executive coach. He helps high-achieving men overcome compulsive behaviors, especially porn addiction, blending ancient wisdom with science for emotional resilience and personal freedom.
Jeremy earned advanced degrees in Genetics & Genomics and left academia after confronting his own struggles with addiction, shame, and self-judgment. His time as a monk in Myanmar deepened his mindfulness practice and commitment to growth.
As founder of Unhooked Academy and host of the Unhooked Podcast, Jeremy works to destigmatize porn addiction and provide science-based recovery strategies. He empowers men to overcome shame and transform through mindfulness and habit change.
For over a decade, Jeremy has taught at universities, recovery centers, and global companies worldwide. His calm presence and ability to connect analytical thinking with inner work make him a valued guide for professionals seeking change.

Connect with Jeremy:
Website:https://www.unhookedacademy.com/about
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/
Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7rdPRXvg3tY93PVE7tleSA



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Pleasure, or the lack thereof, can be a vital sign of our overall physical, mental, and emotional wellness. Desire, arousal, and orgasm are not luxuries—they’re biomarkers of health, reflecting blood flow, nitric oxide, oxytocin, vagal tone, and nervous system balance.

In this episode of Sex Is Medicine Reboot, Dr. Alicia Newsome weaves science, practical steps, and holistic wisdom to address common questions and misconceptions about hormonal health, helping us anchor pleasure as a vital pathway for hormonal health and sexual wellness.

Find out:
✅ How desire, arousal, and orgasm are directly tied to hormone balance—and why pleasure is a legitimate, science-backed pathway to healing. 
✅ The top hormone imbalances draining women’s energy (cortisol, thyroid, insulin, estrogen/progesterone) and how they hijack libido, mood, and vitality. 
✅ Practical, non-pharma strategies to restore hormonal harmony—advanced lab insights, nervous system regulation, mineral repletion, and cycle-aware living-so you can implement these methods in your daily routine for better health. 
✅ The difference between stress chemistry and turn-on chemistry—and how to shift from survival mode to embodied pleasure. 
✅ A spiritually grounded, body-honoring approach for high-achieving women to reclaim energy, confidence, and connection—without drugs or surgery. 

Share your questions or experiences in the comments below!

Connect with Dr. Newsome:
http://www.dralicianewsome.com 
https://www.instagram.com/dr.alicianewsome/ 
https://www.youtube.com/@dr.alicianewsome https://www.facebook.com/drali cianewsome 


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Exploring Embodied Intimacy: Why Pleasure, Safety, and Consent are Medicine with Andre Lazarus

Sexual pleasure can be medicine, but only when woven with safety & consent. Unlike mainstream, porn-inspired sex, Embodied Intimacy is a somatic, relational, and healing practice, not a performance or technique. 

Present, connected, and embodied intimacy restores safety in the nervous system, dismantles shame around desire, and supports deeper connection in relationships. 

The conversation reframes sex as a form of medicine rooted in presence, consent, and self-awareness, rather than typical, goal-oriented sex. 

• Join Devi and Andre Lazurus to explore:
• What “embodied intimacy” actually means and why most people have never experienced it 
• Why intimacy struggles are often nervous system issues, not libido or attraction problems 
• How shame and performance culture disconnect us from authentic desire 
• The role of consent as an ongoing, embodied conversation rather than a one-time agreement 
• How touch and presence can be healing without needing to be sexual 
• Common myths about masculinity, performance, and desire that keep people stuck 
• How somatic intimacy supports trauma recovery without forcing disclosure or retraumatization 
• Simple embodied practices listeners can use to feel safer, more present, and more connected 

Learn More About Andre Lazarus:
Andre Lazarus is a Somatic Intimacy Guide and media-recognised voice on relationships, sexuality, and embodied connection. His career has followed an unconventional path: from serving in the U.S. Marines to guiding people through the complexities of intimacy and desire. That breadth of experience gives him a distinctive perspective on courage, vulnerability, and human connection. 

He is best known for his role on the UK television series Virgin Island, where he appeared as a professional surrogate partner helping participants confront intimacy challenges alongside licensed therapists. The program drew national Attention, and Andre’s presence on screen highlighted how intimacy work is not about performance but about safety, consent, and the courage to connect. 

Through his practice, Coming Closer, Andre supports individuals and couples across a wide range of needs: men facing midlife performance concerns, survivors of trauma seeking safety, long-term partners wanting to revive passion, and those exploring alternatives such as ethical non-monogamy. Equally, he works with couples committed to monogamy who want to strengthen trust and rediscover each other. His approach, rooted in the Somatica® Method of sex and intimacy coaching, emphasises learning through the body and replacing shame with curiosity. 

While Andre has also taught workshops introducing kink and alternative practices, he situates them within a broader conversation: how people of all backgrounds can embrace intimacy as part of their wellbeing. His message consistently comes back to honesty, communication, and self-awareness as the foundations for connection. 

Connect with Andre:
Website: https://www.coming-closer.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/coming-closer/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comingcloserwithandre/?hl=en
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@comingcloserwithandre
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/comingcloserwithandre?_rdc=1&_rdr#
Media profile: https://www.guestsonair.com/profile/andre-lazarus
 




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In Episode 1 of Season 2 Sex Is Medicine Reboot, The Adoptedsexologist, Anna Linde, and Devi Ward Erickson discuss tending and mending the Motherwound within each of us, how it shows up in intimate relationships, and how to use embodied pleasure to nurture our hearts and awaken the wisdom of the body.

The Mother wound is a relational wound. Nurturing is the medicine to heal relational wounding. There are times when we must seek the nurturing that we require within our own hearts. We must become our own internal “Mother”, protecting and tending to the tender places within ourselves with maturity, patience, and grace.



Learn More About Anna Linde:
Anna is a Swedish-Brazilian Sexologist (MSc) and Dance & Movement Therapist whose work centres on sexual liberation, pleasure, and the sacred. As a Certified Sex Coach, she brings playfulness and spiritual depth into conversations around intimacy, embodiment, and desire. 
Her published research explores the sexual health of international adoptees, from their own perspectives—one of the first articles on the topic in the world. In 2026, she is diving deeper into how The Motherwound and our internalized voices shape our sensuality, pleasure, and capacity for self-love, and how this relates to wealth, success, and money. She also has a strong interest for Somatic Sexology and how our embodied wisdom can lead us in the right direction. 

Connect with Anna Linde:
Website: theadoptedsexologist.com 
Instagram:@theadoptedsexologist 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-linde-msc-08264692/ 




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Sex Is Medicine Reboot will be back Thursday, March 5th, 2026.

Make sure you sign up for your weekly dose of Sex Is Medicine and send us your questions at Holistic Sexology Institute 💫

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In this 2025 Tantra Talks Throwback, Devi and Tugce dive into the truth about vibrators, desensitization, and the not-so-subtle gaslighting happening in the pleasure product industry.

This episode is not to shame you (or anyone) about vibrator use.

The purpose is to educate you about the long-term impacts on your body and validate your lived experiences.

In this episode, Devi and Tugce explore how Tibetan 5 Element Tantra and Holistic Sexology methods can help reawaken your nervous system, restore your sensation, and support your healing, without shame, and without outsourcing your pleasure to plastic.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The stone-cold reality that vibrators can desensitize the clitoral nerve endings over time
• Why “needing stronger settings” is a red flag, not a flex
• The link between vibrator use and emotional dissociation
• How vibrators can mimic the impact of p🌐rn on the nervous system
• Why the sex toy industry is gaslighting women (and who's profiting)
• What your downward voiding winds are—and why electronics can disturb them
• How vibrators were invented (hint: lazy doctors + hysterical housewives 😬)
• What to do if you feel dependent on vibrators and how to reclaim your sensitivity!

Long story short, we’re not saying NOT to use your vibrator.

We’re saying: use it with intention, not to override your body, but to deepen your connection to it.

As with everything sexual and somatic, your body isn’t broken—we just need to understand the language that it speaks!

*Post Note- There has been some Western research regarding the numbing impact of clitoral vibrators over time. More information and links to research sources can be found here - https://holisticsexologyinstitute.com/blog/




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What is the relationship between Tantra and modern pornography? Can there even be a relationship between these two seemingly disparate approaches to sexuality?

In this 2025 Tantra Talks Throwback episode, Dr. Erickson and Devi Ward Erickson take on the very nuanced topic of Tantra vs Porn and discuss:

• The difference between p✨rn and erotica—and why that distinction matters
• How habitual p✨rn use can dull your imagination (which is essential for Tantra)
• Why fantasy and visualization are powerful tools in solo practice
• What happens when your sexual nervous system is trained to climax fast
• When and how p✨rn can actually be used skillfully (yes, really)
• Why Tantra is about refinement, not restriction

They also share personal stories, cultural context, and practical tips for anyone navigating solo sexual cultivation, especially those working with semen retention, orgasmic awareness, or deepening their connection to pleasure.

Tune in for more!


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Did you know your p3nis is medicine???

In this powerful episode from the 2025 Tantra Talks archives, we’re flipping the entire script on what it means to be a man, to own a penis, and to awaken your vajra as a sacred, conscious tool of healing, transformation, and power 💪🏽

 In This Episode You Will:

• Discover why your penis isn’t just for pleasure—it's a literal diamond scepter of wisdom (aka Vajra)
• Uncover how circumcision trauma numbs your sensitivity and blocks healing. 
• Explore the cultural cost of disconnection from our genitals(and how to undo it)
• Reclaim your sexual sovereignty as a man. 
• Learn how conscious lingam massage can awaken sensitivity and dissolve trauma. 
• Understand the difference between penetration and presence(and why the latter is way hotter)
• Rewire your nervous system to feel more—not just"get off" faster
• Integrate solo practice, emotional healing, and spiritual depth in becoming a mature lover

This episode is about Pleasure, Healing, & Power—For Real

Awaken your Vajra for healing with our Ejaculation Mastery for Men Tantra Healing Program. https://holisticsexologyinstitute.com/ejaculation-mastery/

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2025 Tantra Talks Throwback! If you followed spiritual communities online in 2025, you likely noticed this topic: Polyamory, Aubrey Marcus,  and “Radical Nonmonogamy”, etc., etc.

But are all these radical liberating concepts simply code words for “Poly f*ckery” i.e. f*ck around without consequence?

In this throwback episode of Tantra Talks from May 2025, we address one of the most common myths in Western Tantra:

Do you have to be polyamorous to practice Tantra?
Short answer: No.

But we go way deeper than that. 

You'll discover how the unexpected choice of intentional monogamy could lead to more profound spiritual growth than you ever imagined, and learn about simple, powerful practices to transform any relationship context.

1. Here’s what we unpack:

• Why Tantra is not inherently polyamorous or monogamous

• The real danger of “poly-f*ckery” masquerading as spiritual awakening

• How non-monogamy can become another form of trauma reenactment

• How choosing “intentional monogamy” can serve as a powerful exploration in spiritual practice. 

• How to make relationship choices from presence—not pressure or performance

• Our personal experiences navigating polyamory, swinging, and monogamy within a Tantric context.

The monogamy vs non-monogamy debate isn’t just a spicy trend—it’s a deeper call to examine your intention, nervous system, and patterns when it comes to how you love and connect.
 

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​In this LAST Sex Is Medicine episode of 2025, we revisit a Tantra Talks episode from Spring 2025...

And, this time, strive to set the record straight by offering authentic, lineage-based guidance on the most proper, respectful, and effective ways to engage with this medicine from the plant world.

Tune in to learn about how to properly and respectfully engage with Grandmother Ayahuasca.
Whether you’re curious, cautious, or committed, this episode equips you with lineage-tested principles. 

Discover:

• What we got wrong in the previous episode and WHY
• The very real dangers of using Aya without proper lineage and guidance
• How to be in the right relationship with Aya
• The dynamic dance of Tibetan Tantra and Aya
• Why lineage matters in both Ayahuasca and Tantra
• The different lineages of Ayahuasca ceremonies
• What to look for in an Aya facilitator
• What to be aware of when looking to explore Aya use
• Why Ayahuasca is not for everyone and how to know if it is right for you
  
  

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How should we react when a partner is unable to maintain an erection?

This episode of Sex Is Medicine answers listeners' questions about:

• Navigating psychosomatic ED as a couple
• The impact of aging on sex and the best remedies for addressing vaginal dryness, thinning tissues, and low libido
• Are Throatgasms a thing?
• How to find your pelvic floor muscles
• The use of fantasy to recover from porn addiction

Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week’s episode of Sex Is Medicine Reboot!

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It's not often we get the opportunity to speak to living legends!  

Join us for a conversation about Reproductive Justice with Loretta J Ross and Marlene Gerber -two prominent leaders in the social justice movement.

ABORTION AND REPRODUCTIVE JUSTICE: An Essential Guide for Resistance, by Marlene Gerber Fried and Loretta J. Ross, emphasizes that the right to have and raise children is as essential for reproductive choice as the right not to.

This critical approach—originating in Black feminism—provides grounding for radical abortion advocacy. Calling on us to join in, the book highlights abortion stories from individuals and organizations who are putting this analysis into action on the front lines, in the United States and beyond.

By linking abortion rights to broader social justice initiatives, including Black Lives Matter, immigrant and refugee rights, disability justice, and LGBTQ+ rights, the authors expand the conversation at a critical moment.

In this episode of Sex Is Medicine, we discuss:

• Why "reproductive justice" goes beyond abortion rights to include the right to parent
• - How this framework changes the conversation.
• - The connections between abortion access and broader social justice movements, including:
• - Black Lives Matter
• - Immigrant rights
• - Disability Justice
• - LGBTQ+ rights
• - Stories of activists and organizations on the front lines, and what they teach about building an inclusive, intersectional movement for the future.

About Our Guests
Marlene Gerber Fried is Professor Emerita of Philosophy at Hampshire College and cofounder of the National Network of Abortion Funds.

Loretta J. Ross is a MacArthur Fellow, Associate Professor of Women and Gender at Smith 1111 FRANKLIN ST OAKLAND, CA 94607 • UCPRESS.EDU
College, and cofounder of SisterSong Women of Color Reproductive Health Collective. They are coauthors, with Jael Silliman and Elena Gutiérrez, of Undivided Rights: Women of Color Organize for Reproductive Justice. Abortion and Reproductive Justice: An Essential Guide for Resistance (University
of California Press, 9/9/25).

By weaving together personal stories, historical analysis, and movement strategy, they expand the conversation and show how abortion rights are deeply connected to racial, economic, LGBTQ+, and immigrant Justice.



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Beyond The Clitoris: A Dissertation On Female Pleasure Zones

There is a concerning phenomenon in the field of sexology involving the emergence of a nearly militant insistence that the clitoris is the ONLY source of female orgasm.

This viewpoint not only dismisses the lived experiences of millions of women but is also simply anatomically incorrect.

While the clitoris and its surrounding structures are indeed extraordinary, they are not the only sources of orgasm. Orgasms can vary significantly and can originate from various parts of the body, the brain, and even the energy body.

After over a decade of teaching people how to expand their orgasmic capacity, we've discovered that orgasms come in many variations, influenced by a broad range of factors—physical, psychological, emotional, intellectual, and energetic. 


In this episode of Sex Is Medicine, Devi and Alaina explore the many types of orgasmic pleasure that do not originate from the CUV complex, such as:

• - Cervical and uterine orgasms
• - P-spot orgasms
• - Anal orgasms
• - Breast and nipple orgasms
• - Orgasms from stimulation of the skin, ears, or feet
• - "Throatgasms"
• - Exercise-induced orgasms or coregasms
  

Tune in for a Ph. D. level dissertation on Female Pleasure Zones

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This is a true story of coercion, manipulation, and abuse….

What happens when sexual healers engage in acts of sexual harm? 

Who can you turn to when an organization's leadership lacks a genuine interest in accountability?

In this episode of Sex Is Medicine, Devi speaks with ISTA survivor advocate, Cara Cordoni, to explore how "sex-positive, trauma-informed" communities can sometimes function as high-control groups that cause harm to those they claim to serve.

In this episode, Cara shares her experience of participating in several levels of ISTA training, the coercion, manipulation, and abuse she witnessed personally and vicariously, multiple survivor stories, and the results of her 2-year attempt to facilitate change within the heart of the ISTA organization.

Find out:

• How ISTA uses the promise of healing, liberation, and "conscious" sexuality to attract students and clients.

• Validated reports of sexual harm filed against ISTA from 18 countries spanning back to 2008

• The troubling patterns of manipulation, neglect of participants in distress, financial exploitation, and the misuse of "trauma-informed" language without implementing actual trauma-informed practices.

• The 2-year attempt at mediation with ISTA that ended with defending actions that many considered rape, victim blaming, denial, and positioned themselves as victims rather than addressing the documented patterns of harm from numerous survivor reports.

• How ISTA's so-called "accountability process" ultimately harmed survivors further

• Red flags to watch for before joining trainings: lack of established lineage (teachers creating content without drawing from recognized traditions), spiritual bypassing, pressure to disregard boundaries in the name of "growth," financial exploitation, unclear processes for reporting concerns, and whether criticism is welcomed or punished.

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Would you like to master the art of separating your orgasm from your ejaculation?

Would you like to become a multi-orgasmic man, but don't know where to begin?

Are you looking for guidance about how to practice semen retention and non-ejaculatory orgasms safely, but don't know who to trust?

What would it be worth to you to have access to over 27 years of combined expertise in the art, practice, and skill of safe and effective semen retention methods?

Well, here we are, serving it up to you on a silver platter!

Join Devi and Alaina for this episode of Sex Is Medicine and find out the answers to:

• How and why you can practice "the million dollar point" safely and effectively.
• Why retrograde ejaculation is not as common as you think
• How to relieve chronic tension in your pelvic floor
• How to RELAX into your multi-orgasmic potential
• Why it's okay to fantasize during self-pleasure

They also discuss the importance of morning BJ's to maintain relationship satisfaction ;-)

In honor of #NoNutNovember, Devi and Alaina are dedicating this episode to all of their fabulous Ejaculation Mastery for Men students to celebrate your success!

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The topic of polyamory seems to be everywhere these days. From articles in The Atlantic
describing it as the ruling class's latest fad, to the controversy surrounding Aubrey Marcus and “radical monogamy” (essentially polygamy), polyamory is highly present in the media right now.

But is polyamory really a new trend? Is it even new at all? Or is it a way of relating that predates colonialism and recalls a time when humans were less isolated and more communal?

In this week’s episode of Sex Is Medicine, Devi and Alaina speak with somatic relationship coach Mel Cassidy about their new book, Radical Relating: A Queer and Polyamory-Informed Guide to Love Beyond the Myth of Monogamy

Described as a provocative, trauma-informed guide to post-monogamy, this book helps readers build liberated relationships rooted in empowerment, equity, and authenticity.

Join Devi, Alaina, and Mel for an in-depth conversation about the myths and misrepresentations of polyamory and how to navigate non-monogamy from a “woke” perspective.

In this episode, we will:
- Deconstruct myths and misrepresentations surrounding polyamory
- Explore the difference between polyamory and polyfuckery
- Learn how and why the nuclear family was created (and how it does NOT reflect our human history)
- Uncover how and why the nuclear family model creates suffering for families and communities
- Highlight toxic approaches to non-monogamy that perpetuate patriarchy and white supremacy culture
- Understand the role of queerness in non-monogamy

And so much more!

About Mel Cassidy
Mel Cassidy is a somatic relationship coach committed to the path of liberatory love and rewilding intimacy. They specialize in working with queer and questioning humans (and those who love them), exploring post-monogamous relationships—with a focus on polyamory, solo polyamory, and relationship anarchy.

They are of Irish, Greek, and Romani descent and have lived in 3 countries, across 3 continents. They currently live in British Columbia, Canada, and work with clients and students worldwide. Their first book, Radical Relating: A Queer and Polyamory-Informed Guide to Love Beyond the Myth of Monogamy, is published by North Atlantic Books.

Find them on Instagram/Facebook/Substack/Insight Timer @radicalrelating or visit radicalrelating.ca


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Is it possible for women to have orgasms from breast and/or nipple stimulation?

The short answer is yes! And here's why...

Studies have determined that there is, in fact, a neural link between the nipple and the clitoris. Stimulation of the nipples activates the same sensory area of the brain associated with the genitals.

Stimulation of the nipples activates:
Your Brain -Stimulating the nipples activates both the chest area and the genital sensory cortex in the brain.

Your Hormones - Nipple stimulation also triggers the release of oxytocin, a hormone that can cause uterine contractions, which may contribute to sensations in the genital area.

Your Pleasure - Research involving women who have undergone a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus) suggests a direct neural link, as the genital sensory cortex is still activated during nipple stimulation, even without the uterus being involved.

This neural connection provides a neurological basis for why nipple stimulation can enhance sexual arousal, lubrication, and orgasm for many women.

Listen to the full episode for our step-by-step guide to activating breast orgasms using Pleasure as Medicine.


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Erospirituality: Ancestral Remembering for Embodied Liberation with Mx. Lena Queen

Join Devi and Alaina for a deeply regenerative conversation about Erotic Liberation through Erospirituality with licensed, integrative somatic sex therapist, Mx.Lena Queen

In this episode of Sex Is Medicine, learn about:

• The Indigenous Roots of Erospirituality  
• Erotic Liberation as a radical, embodied state of being 
• Erotic intelligence as a path to navigate love, desire, intimacy, and erotic power
• Reclaiming Embodied Intelligence to connect and integrate body, mind, spirit, and sex
• The importance of Decolonizing Eros
• How Healing the Erotic Self heals the WHOLE Self

About our guest:
Mx. Lena Queen, LCSW, M.Ed. (Queen/they) is a licensed integrative somatic sex therapist, certified hypnotherapist, energy worker, TEDx Speaker, and Bliss breathwork facilitator.

With over 23 years of personal and professional healing experience, they are an erotic liberation author, and creator of the erotic intelligence workbook and self-paced wellness plans, the 6-week erotic embodiment healing intensive, Healing The Erotic Self (HTES), in addition to the 5-weekSHIFT Somatic Healing Intensive, and founder of the non-profit healing and SHIFT Somatic Healing Intensive, and founder of the non-profit healing and learning space, Erospirituality Centre.

Centering Black erotic liberation, Queen uses the erotic to help trauma survivors and healthcare professionals create embodied safety and self-trust to heal and create healthy relationships. Mx. Queen is a member of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) and an AASECT-approved continuing education (CE)

• Learn more about Mx. Lena Queen at https://www.erospirituality.com/
• Attend Lena’s upcoming events - https://www.erospirituality.com/store
• Download Healing The Erotic Self Workbook - Healingtheeroticself.com
• Connect with Mx. Lena Queen on Instagram @sistasexologist

Resources:

1. Erospirituality Sex, ecology, evolution - https://mikmawarchives.ca/documents/erospirituality-sex-ecology-evolution-%E2%80%93-the-ontopoetics-of-soul
2. The African Roots of Tantra - https://www.tantradharmacenter.com/african-roots-of-tantra

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Your cervix is PORTAL into ENLIGHTENMENT!
 
In Tantric Buddhism, the cervix is the bottom end of the Uma Channel (aka Shushumna Nadi, aka Central Channel).

In the genital reflexology system associated with Taoist sexual teachings, the cervix is the “heart point,” and stimulation of this zone can catalyze deep emotional release and opening.

Your cervix is one of the few organs of the body to boast triple innervation, with the hypogastric, pelvic, and vagus nerves all contributing pressure-sensitive pathways to this 3rogenous zone. In fact, your cervix is even MORE densely innervated than your clitoris!

Directly stimulating the cervix allows you to “hack” into the vagal pathway, inducing all the vagal benefits of increased immune system function, improved physical and emotional health, greater resilience to stressors and triggers, and deep feelings of relaxation and well-being.

Your pleasure is a gateway to health, wealth, and longevity, and you DESERVE to know, understand, and explore this!

In this episode of Sex Is Medicine Reboot, Devi and Alaina answer questions about pain and pleasure in the cervix.

Find out the answers to:

• Why your cervix hurts during sex
• Is it possible to have a cervical orgasm when you have an IUD?
• The keys to cervical pleasure during deep penetration
• How cervical orgasms may change after having children

One of the ways we can resist oppression and access our POWER is through embodied Pleasure and Connection! 

https://www.tantradharmacenter.com/holistic-sexology-free-class to join Devi and Alaina (and the IHS Team) on November 4th at 7 pm EST, for a conversation about the Power of Pleasure and how YOU can become part of the RESISTANCE!

 

***References for WSC - https://www.whitesupremacyculture.info/


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Premature ejaculation (PE) is a sexual issue that affects approximately 1 in 3 men aged 18 to 59 in North America. It occurs when ejaculation happens sooner than desired during sexual activity. PE is considered the most common sexual disorder among men and can lead to depression, low self-confidence, erectile dysfunction, and relationship problems.

Conventional definitions describe premature ejaculation as a sexual dysfunction characterized by ejaculation that "always or nearly always occurs before or within 1 minute of penetration" and the inability to delay ejaculation in nearly all instances of intercourse. This often results in stress, frustration, and sometimes avoidance of sexual intimacy.

Many men and their partners believe they have PE if they cannot last more than a few minutes, and we agree with this perspective! We define premature ejaculation as having little to no control over when or if one ejaculates. In short, if you consistently ejaculate before you want to, it becomes an issue for both you and your partner.

Fortunately, PE is one of the more straightforward sexual dysfunctions to address, provided you understand the underlying causes and have effective methods to tackle it.

This episode of Sex Is Medicine outlines:

• The definition of PE and how to know if you have it
• Common causes of PE
• Pros vs Cons of conventional remedies for PE 
• Holistic methods to last longer and how they work
• Curing PE naturally and safely 

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Did you know that men and (PWP) are capable of experiencing over 11 different types of 0rg4sm? 

That's right—there are more than 11 unique forms of 0rg4smic ple4sure available to you through g3nital stimulation!

Unfortunately, most men typically only experience one or two types of 0rg4sm, leaving a vast world of pl34sure unexplored.

In this episode of Sx Is Medicine, Devi and Alaina break down the more than 11 different 0rg4sms that men and PWPs can experience through breath, connection, and mindful m4sturb4tion.

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In this episode, Alaina and Devi draw on their combined 27 years of expertise to answer a very common question: "Is it normal not to feel him inside you?”


While it's true that many, many women and V-owners experience a lack of genital sensation, this doesn’t mean it's normal. Common? Yes. Normal? Not at all! 

Unfortunately, in the quest to boost body positivity, creators can sometimes unintentionally overlook sharing valuable insights that can help us all maximize our pleasure.

This episode explores:

• The science around genital innervation
• Why genital numbness occurs
• How to use pleasure as medicine to dissolve the numbness and pain that result from unprocessed trauma and emotional wounding. 
• Tips for cultivating a sacred sensual healing session for yourself!

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Welcome back to Sex Is Medicine, your number #1 resource for holistic sex education. In this episode, Alaina and Devi draw on their combined 27 years of expertise to answer a listener's question: "Can you practice tantra as a same-sex couple?" 
The answer is "Of course!", and here are a few things to consider:

1. It's essential to distinguish between authentic, lineage-based Tantra (real Tantra) and Neo-Tantra. Authentic, lineage-based Tantra involves energy body yoga and meditation, whether practiced sexually or non-sexually, and whether done individually (solo)  or in partnership.

 

1. The concept of "polarity" in Neo-Tantra creates a lot of confusion for Queer folks. The concept of "polarity" is not found in authentic, Buddhist lineages of Tantra. The concept of "Polarity" as it relates to sexuality was introduced to the Neo-Tantra industry by author David Deida. David Deida's teachings are not sourced from or associated with an authentic Tantric lineage. In short, the concept of polarity is not a concept present in authentic Tantra. It has no relevance in the practice of actual Tantra.

 

1. Same-sex relationships are very congruent with the original roots of Tantric Buddhism, which were revolutionary, transformative, and transgressive. In examining the roots of Tantric Buddhist sexuality, studies reveal the concept of "Pandikas"—people who are trans, gender non-conforming, or engage in same-sex relationships. There is a historical reference recognizing non-cis, non-heteronormative relationship structures.

 

1. In some cultures, such as Chinese Taoist, women-to-women relationships were well-supported and celebrated. In contrast, in others, such as Roman and Spartan societies, male-to-male relationships received similar acknowledgments.

Authentic, lineage-based Tantra for same-sex couples can incorporate all of the same methods and practices as used for heterosexual couples.

Same-sex couples can use meditation, yogic breathwork, communication, and pleasure methods to enrich, balance, and heal the energy and physical. 

For queer men, women, and non-binary folks, heart-centered tantric practices can help improve relationships by healing wounds inflicted by Patriarchy, allowing individuals to foster loving relationships with themselves, their partners, and their environment.

Tantra is a spiritual technology that has been transmitted from one human heart to another for millennia. Tantra is designed to support the liberation of body, mind, and sex for all human beings, without a single exception.

Check out our Tantra Healing Program if you'd like to learn Tibetan 5 Element Tantra for Holistic sexual healing.

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It's back! 
Sex Is Medicine PODCAST -  your number one resource for Holistic Sex Education- is back!

Sex Is Medicine is serving up sex-ed info rooted in 27 years of combined expertise! Alaina Salks and Devi Ward Erickson share the most cutting-edge and accurate information to answer your questions about holistic sexual wellness, helping you integrate body, mind, spirit, and sex.
Brand-new episodes of Sex Is Medicine drop every Thursday morning, so be sure to like and subscribe on all your favorite listening platforms so you don't miss a single dose of Sex Is Medicine.

This week's dose of Sex Is Medicine is served with tea…
Alaina and Devi spill ALL the tea about WTF is happening with IATE, why the Authentic Tantra Certification Program is ending after a DECADE on the market (RIP ATCP!), + WTF catalyzed the radical changes behind the scenes of IATE.

We invite you to grab a cup of something delicious, get cozy, and tune in to turn on your heart, mind, spirit, and sex!

In this episode, Devi and Alaina share

1. Devi's experience of evacuating her home hours before it was consumed by an out-of-control wildfire
2. The difference between "bad" karma and "intense" karma
3. The transformative power of FIRE element
4. The reality of spiritual alignment and spiritual integrity
5. Why authentic Tantra is NOT for everyone
6. Clarifying the difference between Tantra and Holistic Sexology
7. Why Holistic Sexology opens so many more doors of possibility

Sex Is Medicine is an award-winning podcast that launched in 2013 as "Better Love and Sex". In 2015, BLS rebranded as "Sex Is Medicine" and, in 2021, won the 2021 AASECT award for Best Sexuality-Based Podcast.

We are grateful to be back with all of you! 

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Join Devi Ward Erickson and her panel of certified Experts for the final episode of 2021!
Devi and her crew answer listeners questions about:
* Keeping and maintaining and erection with new partners
* How to find time to practice Tantra
* The reality of wet dreams
* Why Gspot vibrators are a SCAM
Join us for the last episode of the season and make sure to subscribe to Sex Is Medicine in iTunes, Spotify, and Youtube

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There are many articles written about “toxic masculinity”, but how does “healthy masculinity” show up? And in a culture rooted in largely toxic values with very little pleasure and connection-based sex education available, how do cisgender men learn how to be healthy, loving, compassionate, and EMPOWERED Men?


Join Devi Ward Erickson and Certified Sex Educator, Kristopher Lovestone as they discuss his new book Conscious C*ck: The Empowered Sexuality Manual For Men.


Find out:
* What Healthy masculinity for cishet men looks and feels like
* Boundaries & consent as a self-empowerment practice
* Sex education for men
* Communication tools for relationship success
* Building intimacy through authenticity
* How this information is relevant to men of color
Join us for this lively and activated conversation!

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How do you integrate the practice of Tantra without absorbing potentially harmful cis-heteronormative narratives?
This episode is for radical anti-assimilationists, those who want to get past the trauma stories of linen pants, and those who know enlightenment doesn't happen by turning a blind eye to pain, suffering, and the oppressed.
Join Devi Ward Erickson and her guest TK as they discuss Queering Tantra and what that looks like.



In this episode find out...
-queering the language of tantra - deciding whether we want to use terms like feminine/masculine, top/bottom, receiving/giving
-how to integrate body pleasure and ways of dealing with dysmorphia
-how kink can help-deliberate immediate presence vs open empty space
-what it means to be fiercely vulnerable with language you choose
-how to create and use your own terms
-tantra as an integrated lifestyle: breathing life and presence into all you do

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How does one go from being a Catholic Nun to a sexually empowered Tantrika? In this episode of Sex Is Medicine, Devi speaks with Certified Sexologist and Certified Authentic Tantra Practitioner, Laurie McCraken about her extraordinary journey from Catholic Nun, to Body Sex Practitioner, to Tibetan 5 Element Tantric Healer.
This episode is a MUST for those starting their journey of sexual healing and wanting inspiration, direction, and hope

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Join Devi Ward Erickson and Relationship Coach and practitioner of ​​​​Kashmir Shaivism, Mel Cassidy, as they discuss the historical roots of Neo-Tantra in the West.
In this episode, find out:
*The importance of lineage in authentic Tantra
*The signs and symptoms of not practicing Tantra within a lineage
*The sinister roots of Neo-Tantra
*How “sex magick” started as ritualistic abuse of underage boys and girls and how it is NOT in any way related to authentic Tantra.
*How to be an ethical practitioner of Neo-Tantra
Join us for a joyfully expressive interview in which we are sure to press many Neo-Tantra buttons!

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Join Devi Ward Erickson and her team of ACS Certified Sexologists for another episode of “Ask A Sexologist” as they discuss troubleshooting your tantra practice and embodying spiritual sex. In this episode find out:

*Tantra Tips for helping Trans women cultivate their sexual charge
*Lasting longer and the 4 stages of becoming multi-orgasmic
*Taoist exercises for increasing erection
*How to heal sexual trauma with spiritual practice
*How to cultivate a meaningful tantra practice

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Our ability to give, receive, and respond to pleasure is largely dictated by our sense of emotional and physical well-being. From a very basic physiological perspective, if you don’t feel safe – physically, emotionally, or psychologically – your sexual function simply doesn’t function. Or, certainly not as well as it could/should. There are a LOT of stressors in our Western lifestyle that can impact our sexual experience, many of which go unnoticed because they are so common and normalized. One ongoing and all pervasive stressor for POC that often gets overlooked is that of racism, and the impact of racism on the physical, mental, emotional, and sexual well-being of POC.


Join Devi Ward Erickson and Mental health professional, Chioma Janelle, as they discuss the impact of racism on BIPOC mental health and how that can affect our sexual experience.


Find out about:
*How intergenerational trauma manifests and replicates itself.
*The effects of colonization in fostering Trauma
*How Trauma affects our nervous system, relationships and how we relate and connect to one another
*Healing from “The superwoman syndrome”
*The power of Black resilience
*How POC ACTUALLY find healing vs what’s currently offered in the available systems of “healing”
*How Black bodies are misdiagnosed due to racism and overwhelm
*Using Black Feminist approach as a way of healing- using community and collective space, creativity, and PLEASURE

Join us for this AASECT Award winning show.

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Have you ever wondered how to get your sexy back and feel good in the process? Between work, the kids and their activities, and taking care of your aging parents, you fall into bed exhausted every night. You remember a time when sex was the best thing ever, but now, you can take it or leave it. If you know there is more to life and love but just don’t know how to achieve it, then you’ve come to the right place!
Dr. Brandye Manigat, MD has been helping women “Get Their Sexy Back” and address the root causes of a lackluster sex life. Join her and Devi Ward Erickson as they discuss:
Why sex is WAY more than just a frivolous thrill
Why our sex life today is not our mother's sex life
Physiological benefits of sex
Your biggest sex organ?
Female sexual response - what's within the realm of normal
How to activate your pleasure points
Manifesting the life you want with PLEASURE!
Another episode you won’t want to miss from this AASECT award winning show!

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Join Devi Ward Erickson and her delightful team of Certified Sexperts: Karen of Explore The Art of Tantra, Rosie Bitts and Lucia Vasquez as they answer listener’s questions about:
Sexual fantasies - the good, the bad, and the consensual?
Can sexual chemistry be learned?
Can Tantra help reconnect after cheating?
Communicating your sexual desires with your partner

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Our biggest sex organ is our brain, and yet, being “in your head” can be an obstacle to your experience of pleasure. Dr. Heather Bartos shares her tips and tricks for getting out of your head and INTO your senses to rewire your brain for pleasure!
In this episode find out:
- What’s happening in the brain and nervous system during sex?
- How your beliefs about sex are wired into the brain by age 8!
- Why your prefrontal cortexes may be getting in the way of your orgasm
- How to use neuroplasticity to work through old sex beliefs and habits
- The neurobiology of female pleasure
- How to maximize (and troubleshoot) your brain's ability for magnificent sex.

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Join Devi and her guest, Lystra Sam as they discuss the healing power of women and a feminine-led society…
Find out:
*Why is Sisterhood important for healing?
*How does community play a role in healing?
*What role does community play in business?
*What does healthy feminine leadership look like and why is this the key to a new world order?
*What would a healthy, flourishing, female lead capitalist society look like?

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David Wraith studied sex education at the feet of “Bi-sexual white women”(Shouts out to Annie Sprinkle and Betty Dodson!). Now his mission is to inspire other Black men to embrace their full sexual selves by being a model for body love and sexual self-acceptance. From hosting clothing optional workshops, to educating the public about the 3 C’s of polyamory (communication, consent, and ???) David Wraith is a force to be reckoned with in the field of pleasure activism and sex-positive education.
Join Devi and David as they discuss:
- Why representation in sex education matters
- The healing power of public nudity
- Celebrating polyfu*kery!
- Practicing the 3 C’s of ethical polyamory
- Sexual self-acceptance specifically for black men
And more!

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Join Devi Ward Erickson and her team of certified sexologists, Rosie Bitts, Sequieta Whitfield, Lucia Vasquez and Karen Craig of Explore The Art of Tantra as they answer YOUR questions about:
Anal pleasure and pegging
Discussing your sexual desires in partnership
Healing porn addiction with Tantra
Stoking the fire of your libido
How to have vaginal orgasms
Learn to use Sex As Medicine with this AASECT award winning show

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According to recent studies, approximately 91% of cis-gender women are unhappy with their bodies. I too have spent most of my life at war with my physical body, attempting to starve and “cleanse” it into an idealized concept of beauty that only 5% of the population represents.
But all that has changed for me recently. I no longer feel a need to punish my body for not conforming to Hollywood’s standards of beauty. I no longer need to starve, cleanse, or raw food my body into submission. I have jiggles, and cellulite, and stretch marks, and a big, giant, juicy butt that doesn’t fit into a size 6 pair of jeans anymore, and for the first time in my life, I DON’T HATE MYSELF because of this.
Now I look in the mirror and see beauty in the swells and curves. The ROUNDNESS of my belly, my hips, my thighs has become a thing to admire, as opposed to a source of self-recrimination and disgust.
So, I wanted to talk about this new found inner peace and body acceptance. How did I go from feeling tortured by and hating my body, to feeling peace, ease, and body -love?
Join me and my friend and colleague, Rosie Bitts as we discuss how to free yourself from the shackles of body shame that this society imposes upon us, and her upcoming book project “Body-Love”.
We discuss:
*The origins of body shame and how society conditions us for self-hatred
*The role that trauma plays in body shame
*How the “wellness” industry reinforces body shame
*Healing your brain with diversity
*How our partner’s influence body shame and acceptance
* How 5 Element Tantra has helped heal our body shame
Tune in to this AASECT award winning show!

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According to this week’s Sex Is Medicine guest, it's almost predictable that a woman will lose her interest for sex in a long-term relationship. Many women feel broken when that happens and start to believe that they're just not that sexual.
This week, Irene Fehr shares with Devi the four dangerous myths that women subscribe to that actually kill women's libido, why women's libidos are actually starving, and what we need to feed our libido for a healthy sex life in a long-term relationship.
Find out...
1. The four myths that kill women's libidos and make women feel "sexually broken" when they're not
2. What happens in a long-term relationship that affects women's interest in sex
3. The 4 “nutrients” many cis-gendered women need to feel sexual in a long-term relationship
4. It takes both the woman and her partner to nourish her libido; the role of men in her libido
5. How the quality of sex we are having impacts our libido

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How important a role does sexual pleasure play in your life? Should the quality and quantity of your orgasms matter? Join Devi and author Steve Bodansky as they discuss the why and how of cultivating more pleasure and better orgasms!
Tune in to find out:
*The importance of orgasms for a happy healthy life.
*Techniques for increasing sexual pleasure
*Sexual communication skillz!
*Prioritizing YOUR pleasure as a giver
*The powerful energy of pleasure

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How does diet affect sexual function? Can changing your diet improve your ability to experience pleasure? Join Devi Ward Erickson and acupuncturist and herbalist, Christine DeLozier, L.Ac.,as they discuss the role that your diet can play in supporting consistently great sex!

• The trifecta of great sex!
• How does diet affect our sex lives?
• How does diet affect women’s sexual function in particular?
• What if you already have good sex? Will this diet help?
• How long do we have to eat this way to see changes in the bedroom?
• Are there foods that are bad for sex?
• How does Traditional Chinese medicine promote sexual health?

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In this episode of Sex Is Medicine, Devi speaks with two highly accomplished male tantric practitioners, Vayne Thomas Jr and Brion Craig, both of whom have done the “work” to create a life of sexual and personal empowerment.
Tune in to find out:
What does “sexual empowerment” mean?
What does this look like for Black men specifically?
What are some of the obstacles Black men need to overcome?
The vital need for community in your healing journey
What tangible changes will you see in your life?
Don’t miss this AASECT award winning show about sexuality, spirituality, pleasure, and personal growth!

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Gen X is often referred to as “the forgotten generation”. In spite of being forgotten, WE are the generation that invented the internet and laid the groundwork for the world as we know it. Our generation marked the transition from an analog world into a digital one. Our generation ushered in the era of MTV, VH1, Indie films, video games, Hip Hop and Seattle grunge. We are trailblazers, innovators, entrepreneurs, and… we are now officially middle aged.
So how does being a middle aged GenXer affect our sex life? What are some of the unique challenges that we need to deal with now in order to have healthy and fulfilling sex lives?
Join Devi Ward Erickson and The Gen SeXologist, Renée Yvonne, as they discuss the unique sexual concerns for those of us born between 1965-1980 in North America.

Tune in to this AASECT award winning show to find out:
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• The sexual concerns specific to Gen X
• How to communicate your needs in a sexless relationship
• how to handle the side effects of medication and health issues
• How to deal with decreased libido during menopause
• How to get back out and date after divorce or death of a partner
• Trying new things with your partner
• Understanding your pleasure anatomy

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Do you have questions about sexuality, pleasure, and personal growth? Join Devi Ward Erickson and her team of Authentic Tantra experts and certified sexologists Rosie Bitts, Lucia Vasquez + Karen Craig of Explore The Art of Tantra as they answer listener’s questions about:
*How to orgasm after a hysterectomy
*Can you get addicted to your vibrator?
*The benefits of ejaculation for men
* The 4 types of female ejaculation

Our team of certified sexologoists answers YOUR questions about sexuality and pleasure every month! Send in your questions to authentictantra.com for us to answer LIVE!
Tune in to this AASECT award winning show!

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In the field of sexual health and wellness there is a keen interest in creating “conscious partnership”. But what does this mean in practical terms and how does one go about transforming an ordinary relationship into one that is more awakened, aware, and sexually ALIVE!

Join Devi Ward Erickson and her guest, Lee Noto, intimacy and self-expression coach, as they explore what it means to have a “conscious” partnership and how how you can you use communication and SEX to activate your connection.

What is a “conscious partnership”
What does a conscious partnership include/look like and feel like?
How can we elegantly navigate conflict and steer toward connection
What it “really” means to hold space for yourself & your partner
How to become aware of our own projections in partnership
Embodiment practices to deal with relational triggers
How to create a sexually ALIVE partnership

Tune in to the 2021 ASSECT Live Web Series show, Sex Is Medicine with Devi Ward Erickson!

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Devi