The Goddess Movement

40. Pleasure Priority with Shauna Burns-Thomson

TODAY ON THE GODDESS MOVEMENT: ⚠️ Content Note: This episode explores themes of sexuality, including kink, and contains important discussion around differentiating healthy sexual play from sexual abuse. Now—let’s get real. I’m sitting down with sex therapist and all-around powerhouse Shauna Burns-Thomson to pull back the sheets (literally and figuratively). Together, we digest the raw truths from our last show, The S Word, and tease what’s coming in our unapologetic new series, The F Word. These conversations aren’t about shock value—they’re about creating an inclusive, judgment-free zone where folks can actually explore their sexuality without shame. From kink curiosity to boundaries, from play to consent, we’re diving headfirst into the messy, liberating, oh-so-human reality of sex. And because we’re not just here to talk the talk, we’re also launching a 3-part seminar series dedicated entirely to Pleasure!—because your body deserves it, your spirit craves it, and your life will thank you for it. Tune in, get curious, and let’s turn those whispered questions into unapologetic conversations. PLEASURE PRIORITY 3-part sex health seminar with Shauna Hosted at The Goddess Movement at 33739 Essendene Ave in Abbotsford, Shauna will lead this 3-part series through October, November and January. For more info and all the juicy details, go to: https://app.schedulehouse.com/SH/Client/003701#workshops [https://app.schedulehouse.com/SH/Client/003701#workshops] and use the pulldown menu to select “Pleasure Priority.” All three seminars for $99+gst. It’s the perfect Saturday night out! CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST ARYN SAVARD * https://www.instagram.com/aryn_savard?igsh=MWJtcHVzZmZ5dmpibg== [https://www.instagram.com/aryn_savard?igsh=MWJtcHVzZmZ5dmpibg%3D%3D] * https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg== [https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg%3D%3D] CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST, SHAUNA BURNS-THOMSON * https://fraservalleysextherapy.com/home-1 [https://fraservalleysextherapy.com/home-1] * https://www.facebook.com/FraserValleySexTherapy [https://www.facebook.com/FraserValleySexTherapy] * https://www.instagram.com/fraservalleysextherapist/ [https://www.instagram.com/fraservalleysextherapist/] JOIN US IN STUDIO * https://www.instagram.com/tgm.studio?igsh=MzE2d2FvbWxmMXV3 [https://www.instagram.com/tgm.studio?igsh=MzE2d2FvbWxmMXV3] * https://www.thegoddessmovement.com [https://www.thegoddessmovement.com/] SUBSCRIBE TO OUR STUDIO NEWSLETTER * https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/611879/102500689194779711/share [https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/611879/102500689194779711/share] PODCAST LOVE-BYTES * https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg== [https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg%3D%3D]

39. Choice Paralysis

This episode is your permission slip to stop letting fear boss you around. Aryn is ripping the lid off decision paralysis and showing you how to get out of your own damn way. From real-life screw-ups to listener “oh-my-god-that’s-me” questions, she proves that bravery isn’t about being fearless—it’s about making moves while your knees are shaking. You’ll learn how to break big scary things into bite-sized wins, why flopping is just part of the glow-up, and how every single choice—even the messy ones—pushes you forward. Tune in, grab your courage by the throat, and turn that fear into fuel.

38. Begin as you mean to continue

“Not just when you are on stage. Record yourself when you are in your group rehersals and see what you show up like. Because if you are not showing up with big energy in your class rehersals, you are going to diminish your opportunity to show up big when you are on stage. But do both! Record both! And see what happens. Look at it again through the lens of your best friend who wants to give more energy. And then be very honest with yourself. Go, where are the places where I could show up bigger? And is that in my body movement, or is that in my face, or is that with my overall energy? These reflective surfaces can be a very powerful tool.” TODAY ON THE GODDESS MOVEMENT: * We’re back! Aryn offers a new biz update and note about the frequency of future podcast episodes on The Goddess Movement * Begin as you mean to continue - a piece of advice that guided the way as Aryn became a parent * She relates this concept to the student journey in our pole and LUVEN programs, breaking down common experiences through ‘archetypes’ * About setting a goal or charged awareness as we begin or engage in something, and how to create a focal point (and stick to it) * How creating expectations part way through the experience becomes problematic, with reference to pole competition and performance * Tips for students who desire to stretch and advance to higher levels through taking accountability and allowing proper time and/or training * Fast-tracking this process: What do I need to get there? Get feedback right from the source (us, the facilitators!) * When a lack of fundamental skills is clear and hinders a student’s ability to advance (and our solution: psst… take our workshops) * Why getting comfortable with the mirror and video recording can greatly improve confidence, energy and skillset in dancers * Reflective tools as your best friend: how to show up with even more energy come performance day * Choosing to learn rather than feel or behave defeated * Receiving feedback from people who you respect and seeking out opportunities to gain feedback in real time, most beneficially via private lessons * An invitation to relate this process as an athlete, professional, facilitator, parent and in our everyday jobs CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST ARYN SAVARD * https://www.instagram.com/aryn_savard?igsh=MWJtcHVzZmZ5dmpibg== [https://www.instagram.com/aryn_savard?igsh=MWJtcHVzZmZ5dmpibg%3D%3D] * https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg== [https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg%3D%3D] JOIN US IN STUDIO * https://www.instagram.com/tgm.studio?igsh=MzE2d2FvbWxmMXV3 [https://www.instagram.com/tgm.studio?igsh=MzE2d2FvbWxmMXV3] * https://www.thegoddessmovement.com [https://www.thegoddessmovement.com/] SUBSCRIBE TO OUR STUDIO NEWSLETTER * https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/611879/102500689194779711/share [https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/611879/102500689194779711/share] PODCAST LOVE-BYTES * https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg== [https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg%3D%3D]

37. Home, Sweet Studio Home with Allycia and Kim

“The way this space went down… it was like, had I been 12 hours later, I likely wouldn’t have got the space. But now I think even moreso, it was in not telling anybody it allowed me to process it in a really real way with my own thoughts and feelings and instincts about it. Without being pressured by the excitement of what it could be. Especially because the space is so f*cking beautiful.” TODAY ON THE GODDESS MOVEMENT: * Aryn brings on Allycia and Kim on the podcast to talk about our new studio! * Kim introduces herself as a current TGM staff member and tells the story of how she found the studio at 17 yrs old * Allycia shares how she was referred to The Goddess Movement, and began a journey of healing * How their kids have been positively impacted by experiencing the studio culture and our Legacy of Love * Everyone discusses their favourite things about our original home on Sumas Way, and express their excitement for creating abundance in our new space * Thoughts about being seen through our big, beautiful windows in the new location – as our authentic, uninhibited selves * About creating resonance in a studio space – through decor, energy, furniture etc. * The origins of “faaaaancy” and the birth of the Gold & Velvet Era * A moment of gratitude for Dynamic Dance; the studio we currently share space with * Aryn shares more about the journey of searching for our new home – from frustration, to fear, to excitement, to elation * How the acquisition went down (beginning with the full moon) and all the magic that surrounded the swift process (think unicorns & pegasus') * How this level of risk and commitment deeply stretched Aryn * A sneaky peak about our brand new “XO” Pole & Spin Pole series coming in 2025 * Kim shares her desire to express her sensual side, and engage in contemporary performance in the future * Allycia and Kim share what they are most excited about after seeing the new studio downtown Abbotsford * Bonita the Badass helping us communicate our culture of the messy middle (stay tuned!) CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST ARYN SAVARD * https://www.instagram.com/aryn_savard?igsh=MWJtcHVzZmZ5dmpibg== [https://www.instagram.com/aryn_savard?igsh=MWJtcHVzZmZ5dmpibg%3D%3D] * https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg== [https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg%3D%3D] JOIN US IN STUDIO * https://www.instagram.com/tgm.studio?igsh=MzE2d2FvbWxmMXV3 [https://www.instagram.com/tgm.studio?igsh=MzE2d2FvbWxmMXV3] * https://www.thegoddessmovement.com [https://www.thegoddessmovement.com/] PODCAST LOVE-BYTES * https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg== [https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg%3D%3D] SPECIAL SHOUT OUTS * Jesse Urquhart, Realtor > https://www.jesseurquhart.com/ [https://www.jesseurquhart.com/] * Theo Katsiris, Stamina Construction > https://www.facebook.com/theokatsiris/ [https://www.facebook.com/theokatsiris/]

36. Why isn't it happening yet?!?

TODAY ON THE GODDESS MOVEMENT: Aryn creates this little “express” episode where she shares her thoughts on the pressure of time and timing. She ponders how her interaction with timing has shifted from forcing timing like an angry bull in her 20’s into the playful curiosity and surrender of it in her late 40’s. Join Aryn for this episode as she leaves a trail of cookie crumbs to ponder in your relationship with timing! CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST ARYN SAVARD * https://www.instagram.com/aryn_savard?igsh=MWJtcHVzZmZ5dmpibg== [https://www.instagram.com/aryn_savard?igsh=MWJtcHVzZmZ5dmpibg%3D%3D] * https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg== [https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg%3D%3D] JOIN US IN STUDIO * https://www.instagram.com/tgm.studio?igsh=MzE2d2FvbWxmMXV3 [https://www.instagram.com/tgm.studio?igsh=MzE2d2FvbWxmMXV3] * https://www.thegoddessmovement.com [https://www.thegoddessmovement.com/] PODCAST LOVE-BYTES * https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg== [https://www.instagram.com/thegoddessmovementpodcast?igsh=MWYxOGN5Z3diY3pubg%3D%3D] BOOKS * WILD POWER by Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer * WISE POWER by Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer