Love, Sex & Freedom Podcast

In this episode of The Love, Sex, and Freedom Podcast, Raven invites you into a transformative journey of release and renewal. Through ancient tantric practices and modern embodiment techniques, she guides us to shed the layers of stored tension and trauma, making space for the deep, authentic stillness that lies beneath. Informed by the teachings of Osho, Raven encourages listeners to fully engage the body’s energy through intentional movement, allowing us to meet our own adrenaline and feel its release. As she explains, this embodied practice creates a path for the mind to let go of its grip, leading to a state of profound peace and presence. Have you ever felt weighed down by an unrelenting mental chatter, longing to be free and fully alive? Raven asks us to turn inward and reconnect with our bodies’ natural rhythms, to embrace all that arises without judgment, and to let our own energy flow uninhibited. She prompts us to ask: How would it feel to meet our deepest emotions without turning away? What might we uncover if we approached ourselves with curiosity instead of control? This episode is an invitation to embody every part of yourself, opening to pleasure, release, and a renewed sense of wholeness. Join us on this journey back to your true, vibrant nature. Key takeaways from this episode: - [00:20] Understanding Parasympathetic and Sympathetic States - [01:37] Osho's Dynamic Meditations - [03:39] The Importance of Shaking - [04:38] Addictions and Trauma - [12:57] The Practice of Tantra - [19:30] Embracing Addictions and Finding New Solutions Quotes: “You can talk about your trauma till the cows come home, but you’ll never open fully into pleasure until you begin to release it from the cells of your body.”  “What if lovemaking was a dance of slow embrace and deep connection, not just a goal to release tension?” Links from Episode: - Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/ [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/]- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/]- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/]

In today’s episode of Love, Sex, and Freedom, Raven and Tara guide us on a journey through Tantra as a pathway to release trauma and return to our true essence. Raven shares from her own experience, revealing how her previous analytical approach to healing shifted profoundly when she embraced Tantra. Through this practice, she learned to surrender the need for mental explanations, instead allowing stuck energy to release naturally. “Tantra invites us to feel fully and trust the body’s wisdom to heal,” she explains. Rather than dissecting the past, Tantra calls us to honor and release the emotions that arise—fear, anger, sadness—letting them flow without resistance. Raven invites us to explore practices such as deep breathing, shaking, and self-compassion as ways to reconnect with ourselves, free from judgment or analysis. With a gentle prompt, she asks, “What am I feeling now?” as a key to open the door to inner healing. For those who feel burdened by past pain or crave true emotional liberation, this episode serves as a powerful call to come home to oneself, embracing the body’s natural wisdom to release and restore wholeness. Key takeaways from this episode: - [01:10] Understanding Tantra and Trauma - [02:45] Primal Triggers and Personal Unconscious - [04:32] Validating and Processing Emotions - [24:29] The Importance of Daily Practice - [30:47] The Power of Sexual Energy in Healing - [39:11] Trust and Tantra in Relationships - [42:41] Tantra Techniques for Trauma Release Quotes: “Every trigger is a doorway into liberation… to truly free ourselves, we must feel what’s here now, without judgment or resistance.” “In Tantra, we’re not trying to pinpoint past experiences; instead, it’s about going into the body and allowing stuck energy to release naturally.” Links from Episode: - Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/ [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/]- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/]- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/]

In this deeply intimate episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom Podcast, Tara welcomes her beloved Shiva Rajaya, a renowned tantric coach and creator of Vital Coaching. Together, they dive into the essence of tantric relationship magic, weaving in the sacred practices that have brought their union into a space of profound harmony, intimacy, and expansion. With over 30 years of spiritual exploration and 20 years dedicated to tantra, Shiva shares how the ancient wisdom of tantra permeates all areas of life—mind, body, spirit, and soul. As they speak, Tara and Shiva reveal the alchemical power of their relationship, a journey grounded in mysticism and magic. They reflect on their time apart and how their devotion to growth, shadow work, and emotional mastery allowed them to reunite on a deeper level. Together, they’ve created a union that honors both the individual path and the shared connection, expanding their capacity for love, joy, and presence. Are you longing to bring more sacredness into your relationship? Curious about how tantra can transform your connection into a space of deeper intimacy and growth? Join Tara and Shiva as they invite you into their sacred world, sharing how these powerful tantric practices can ignite your own journey of awakening in love and life. Key takeaways from this episode: - [04:05] Understanding Tantric Relationship Magic - [14:59] Creating Magnetism in Relationships - [23:35] Mastering Conscious Listening - [32:35] Creating Safety Through Conscious Listening - [40:30] Prioritizing Pleasure in Relationships - [48:06] Balancing Work, Children, and Relationship Quotes: “In our relationship, we’re not just two individuals coming together; we’re calling in a sacred spirit—the spirit of Tantra—to guide our union and expand our reality.” “Emotional maturity is the foundation of true intimacy. When we can hold our own emotional body, we create space for deeper connection without losing ourselves in the process.” Links from Episode: - Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/ [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/]- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/]- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/]

Today, Raven invites us to explore the powerful connection between mind and body and how traditional mindset practices often fall short of fostering true inner peace and transformation. She shares her personal journey, emphasizing how embodiment practices have allowed her to feel safe in her body for the first time, even after years of engaging in mental reprogramming and affirmations. Through this lens, Raven encourages us to dive beneath the surface of our thoughts, likening the mind to the waves of the ocean—always changing but never touching the stillness and depth below. Raven challenges us to question how our conditioning and life experiences have shaped our beliefs, particularly those that don’t serve them. “Why,” she asks, “do we remain anxious or stuck, even when we’ve worked on our mindset?” She offers a fresh perspective: instead of merely attempting to rewrite negative thoughts, what if we took those beliefs into the body and discovered where they live? How might your life change if you could access the wisdom buried deep within your unconscious? Would you be willing to explore that dark, mysterious void and trust what you find? Key Takeaways from this Episode: - [01:16] Mindset vs. Embodiment Work - [02:47] Exploring Beliefs and the Body - [08:15] Understanding Nervous System Responses - [10:16] Embracing the Darkness Within - [13:27] Practical Exercises for Deep Healing Quotes: “Trust your body. Trust the darkness within you—it’s not bad or good, it’s where true life springs from.” “You are more than your nervous system reactions. There is a greater wisdom inside you that will evolve you beyond your conditioning.” Links from Episode: - Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/ [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/]- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/]- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/ [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/]

For today's episode, we feature a recent interview between Raven and Sascha Haert, a Human Behaviors Expert and Love & Dating Coach. Their conversation sheds light on the essence of presence, sensuality, and how to cultivate deeper connections, both within ourselves and with others. Together, they reflect on how society's conditioning around sex and relationships often leads to dissatisfaction and disconnection. Sascha and Raven share personal anecdotes, offering insights into how individuals, especially men, can tap into their sensitivity, be fully present, and break free from the goal-oriented mindset that permeates modern intimacy.  They explore how embracing these sacred principles can transform not just the bedroom, but all aspects of life. How can we bring more awareness into our intimate lives? What does it truly mean to be present with a partner? These are some of the questions that linger long after the episode ends. Key takeaways from this episode: - [01:01] The Importance of Open Conversations About Sexuality - [04:26] Understanding Tantra and Sacred Sexuality - [11:28] The Role of Presence in Intimacy and Relationships - [37.10] Women’s Needs in Sexual Relationships - [43.02] Taking Responsibility for Bad Sex and Creating Better Intimacy Quotes: "Sexuality is just another beautiful part of life. It creates the most beautiful thing on the planet, a baby. So why do we keep it behind closed doors?" "Presence is the key to everything—whether it’s communication, being orgasmic, or being fully alive. When we’re not present, we’re missing the beauty of connection." Links from Episode: - Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/ [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/]- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/]- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/ [https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/]