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Join us for an intimate conversation with Lavinia, an architect who's turning into a sexuality and conscious kink facilitator, as we explore the transformative journey from trauma to empowerment.

In this episode, we dive into our shared experience of childhood sexual abuse and how it has shaped our paths towards healing and personal growth.

Lavinia opens up about her personal story of reclaiming her power after being abused at age 12. We discuss the confusion, shame, and isolation that followed, and how group healing experiences have been transformative in her recovery process. As we explore our parallel journeys, we reflect on the power of finding connection through shared wounds and the importance of breaking the silence surrounding childhood trauma.

We discuss:

- The surprising connection between chronic migraines and emotional suppression

- How conscious kink practices have become a tool for processing anger and expanding capacity for pleasure

- The power of finding your voice to say "no" in recreated scenarios

- The realization that our bodies are actually strong and capable of defending themselves

Lavinia shares a powerful moment from a Sacred Desire Playground where she finally found her voice, describing it as "a huge burden lifted off my shoulders." We also touch on her journey with chronic pain and how impact play has surprisingly increased her ability to manage physical discomfort.

This conversation gets real about the messiness of healing, the power of group support, and how embracing our darkness can lead to unexpected liberation.

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To connect with Lavinia and learn more about her work:

Website: scarsandroses.com

Instagram: @scars.and.roses

Facebook: Scars and Roses

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For info on the Liberation Journey program mentioned:

https://www.intimate-breath.com/theliberationjourneybelgium

Instagram/Facebook: @intimatebreath

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In this episode, I'm joined by Hans, a coach and facilitator from Belgium, who specializes in organizational and leadership coaching, as well as personal development through breathwork and bodywork. Hans shares his personal journey of seeking to experience sensuality not just in intimate settings, but as a vibrant part of his everyday life. He discusses how this quest has led him to explore and integrate various "ingredients" into his life, which have transformed his approach to living sensually.

He shares his insights on:

- The power of expressing desires and being received without judgment

- Overcoming manipulation tactics and taking responsibility for one's needs

- The link between his episodes of depression and his relationship to desires

- The profound impact of group healing experiences

Hans opens up about his struggle with getting the feedback that others feel intimidated by him and how this affected his relationships. We discuss the vicious cycle of defensive strategies and the realization of breaking free from them.

Join us as Hans reflects on his experiences assisting and participating in the Liberation Journey, sharing insights on how these engagements have helped him redefine his understanding of sensuality and personal freedom. This episode is a deep dive into the subtle, yet powerful shifts that occur when we bring conscious awareness to our everyday interactions and the way we perceive our desires.

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To connect with Hans and learn more about his work:

Website: https://www.hanshoegaerts.be/

or https://www.padma.be/

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For info on the Liberation Journey program mentioned:

https://www.intimate-breath.com/theliberationjourneybelgium

Instagram/Facebook: @intimatebreath

Here is the episode referred to in the episode with Andy Buru about power dynamics and rejection.

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In this episode, we're welcomed into Dana's intimate journey of self-discovery and sexual exploration. With courage and honesty, Dana opens up about his journey towards a new understanding of his arousal through masturbation practices.

We also delve into his experiences of profound spiritual connection through orgasm, and how a roleplay practice offered fresh perspectives.

Listen to Dana's story as he navigates through intimacy, self-connection, and the impact of these explorations on his overall life.

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To learn more about my work, visit www.intimate-breath.com.

Or on instagram or facebook: @intimatebreath

In this episode of Intimate Breath Podcast, we're joined by special guest Panthera, a professional lover who shares her unique perspective as an escort. We first met at a course in Berlin and ever since I followed her honest and inspiring content online.

Our conversation delves into:

• Panthera's journey into sex work and her motivations
• The reasons people seek sex workers' services
• The intersection of escorting, sexual healing, and therapeutic touch
• Panthera's views on sexuality and advice for overcoming shame
• The impact of her job on her dating life and maintaining healthy boundaries
• The reality of sexual chemistry with clients
• Panthera's thoughts on sex magick rituals and the future of sex work

Join us for this open and authentic discussion on human sexuality and connection.

Read more about Panthera on instagram: @Kittykat_berlin

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To learn more about my work, visit www.intimate-breath.com.

Or on instagram or facebook: @intimatebreath

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Disclaimer:

This episode contains open conversations about sexuality, fantasy, and conscious sex work. It is intended as an educational and awareness-raising dialogue. This podcast is not a platform for the promotion of sexual services, nor are any such services being offered or facilitated here.

Linda Örtengren is a colleague of mine in the field of sexual development for more than a decade now. The last 5 years for her have been mostly dedicated to working with men around issues such as erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, pain, aches, fear and shame... to name a few. I have always enjoyed the straightforward, fully accepting and natural way she talks and writes about sexuality and genitals.

Here she is to share with us about:

• Bodywork on male genitals and the effects
• Cock stretching: can he become longer/thicker?
• Peyronie's disease: the bended penis
• How to deal with performance anxiety
• What kind of orgasms are there possible for people with a penis?
• Tips and tricks for expanding your pleasure range
• How to deal with shame or feeling wrong

To find more about Linda's amazing work:
Insta, Youtube: @naknacoachen
https://tantraakademin.se/

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To find more about Lore's work:
https://www.intimate-breath.com/
Fb, Insta: @intimatebreath

Diving into the topic of Unschooling has taught and inspired me lots when it comes to (un)learning, being human and creating the life we truly want. This is the second part of my talk with Pam Laricchia and Anna Brown who bring their expertise on unschooling, focused on the topic of relationships and sexuality. I am beyond excited to share with you this conversation about:

• How can we relate without rules?
• How can we support our children but also ourselves to listen to our body?
• Natural embodied consent awareness.
• The power of knowing AND feeling that we have a choice, at any moment.
• Creating a culture where it feels safe to make mistakes and safe to quit if something doesn't feel good.

If you haven't listened to the first part, find it here. 

Here's the link to the talk Pam mentioned, The Value of Relationships for Learning: https://livingjoyfully.ca/eu148-transcript/

Here's where people can find Pam and Anna's new podcast, The Living Joyfully Podcast, in their fave player: https://pod.link/livingjoyfully
And on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingjoyfullypodcast/

And here's their website, where, if they're curious, they can pick up my free book, What is Unschooling?: https://livingjoyfully.ca/

To find more about Lore's work:
https://www.intimate-breath.com/
https://www.facebook.com/IntimateBreath
https://www.instagram.com/intimatebreath/

Diving into the topic of Unschooling has taught and inspired me lots when it comes to (un)learning, being human and creating the life we truly want. In today's episode Pam Laricchia and Anna Brown are guest to bring their expertise on unschooling, focused on the topic of relationships and sexuality. I am beyond excited to share with you this conversation about:

• What unschooling is and the link to intimacy and sexuality.
• Parenting as a journey to better self-care.
• Questioning rules and social conditioning to live how we want to live.
• The power of feeling free to make our own choices.
• Moving from controlling relationships based on power dynamic to consensual and intimate relationships.
• Why we prioritize relationships and how that can look like.

This is the first part of two, the second will be released in some weeks time.

Here's the link to the talk Pam mentioned, The Value of Relationships for Learning: https://livingjoyfully.ca/eu148-transcript/

Here's where people can find Pam and Anna's new podcast, The Living Joyfully Podcast, in their fave player: https://pod.link/livingjoyfully
And on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingjoyfullypodcast/

And here's their website, where, if they're curious, they can pick up my free book, What is Unschooling?: https://livingjoyfully.ca/

To find more about Lore's work:
https://www.intimate-breath.com/
https://www.facebook.com/IntimateBreath
https://www.instagram.com/intimatebreath/

Li Tadaa call themselves a lust coach and they're a great inspiration of mine. They combine tantra, kink and dance in their own unique way and are an expert in bridging different worlds and cultures. They are known for their queer- and cis-friendly spaces and have lots of wisdom to share on the topic!
One other reason I enjoyed talking with Li is a kinship in our relating style and sexual orientation. In this episode they'll be talking about polyamory and what it means for them, as well as bring some valuable perspectives through attachment theory.

Find them on
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lustcoach/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lustcoach
the web: https://www.litadaa.com/

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"How did you start doing the job you do?"
Thanks to you asking me this question often lately, this episode is laying out the key events in my life that shaped me to where I am now. 

Like every mother has a birth story, all of us have a story about growing as a sexual being. Explaining to you what got me to become a holistic intimacy and sexuality coach is pretty much the same as telling you this personal tale. By listening you'll get to know how I started my journey full of eagerness and curiosity but also with patterns of pleasing, non-consensual happenings, genital health challenges and experiences of painful intercourse. You hear about some turning points that made me look for alternative ways to navigate my intimate life. You'll get to know more about the ways I found or created the kind of safety I needed to heal. How did I find the kind of intimacy and ways of relating that fulfilled me in a much deeper way, uniquely to what I need and long for?

This is also to you who's my client and who feels like I know your whole life story while you barely know mine!

If this was of any value to you, share it with your friends and leave a comment. Find more free, inspiring content: www.intimate-breath.com or reach out if you are curious to work with me.

You can also read this on my blog.
We don't learn about masturbation. We don't learn about our anatomy (like, for real, there are so many misconceptions about our genitals). We don't learn about having difficult conversations or setting personal boundaries. We don't learn what an orgasm is. In our curriculum, LGBTQA+ was highly unmentioned.
And how the freak is it possible we don't learn how to read the signs of our fertility?

Some are angry.
Some are confused.
Maybe you feel unsatisfied.
Many wondered and didn't know who to ask to.

Any time I study more about the erotic body or receive a question from a client that starts with "Is it normal that..." and continues with something that is completely normal (like always), my heart breaks a bit.
The consequences of having a topic like sexuality be taboo is massive for our self-image, our sexual well-being and thus our overall health. Let's start talking about what is important!

In this episode my sister and I talk about our experience of growing up as young girls. It's a story that many can relate to and a conversation we hope you start opening more with those around you.

Get in touch if you are interested in working with me: www.intimate-breath.com

Ps. If there is one thing for sure, it is that I am way better in talking pleasure than setting up a recording studio! With humor and some sincere sadness I can tell you I took a microphone and not-so-light-weighted soundcard with me on my travel to Belgium, only to realize afterwards I by accident used the computer microphone anyways. I hope you find some joy in listening to our talk nevertheless!
You can read the transcript here.