How This Tantra Teacher Faces Grief and Still Has the Best Sex of Her Life

What a Tantric Orgasm Actually Feels Like (and How to Get There)

Shownotes * The real reason premature ejaculation happens * How a Tantric orgasm feels different than a default orgasm * Why pushing your body during sex actually blocks pleasure * How to train your body for deeper pleasure and sexual experiences * How to bring breast activation into your lovemaking experiences * The power of yin versus yang in sexual experiences Bio Diana Richardson is widely regarded as a leading contemporary authority on human sexuality and conscious intimacy. A bestselling author on Tantra, her work centers on the union of sex and meditation, and on practical ways this sacred connection can transform intimate life. After completing a law degree, she became a disciple of the Indian mystic Osho in 1979, initiating a lifelong exploration of sexuality, love, and meditative awareness, further influenced by the teachings of Barry Long. Integrating these influences through lived experience, Diana developed Generative Sex, also known as Cool Sex, an evolutionary and sustainable approach to intimacy. This distilled wisdom is shared through her practical Love Keys, presented in her bestselling book, The Heart of Tantric Sex. For over 30 years, Diana has guided more than 15,000 couples in week-long residential retreats in Switzerland, and she is now launching a Rekindle online course based on these highly successful live retreats. You can follow Diana's work on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/learnlivinglove], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/learnlivinglove], and YouTube [https://youtube.com/@learnlivinglove]. Discover her online course here [https://www.rekindletantra.com/] and her books and live retreats here [https://www.loveforcouples.com/]. Follow Layla! 🌸 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thelaylamartin/] 🌐 Website [http://www.laylamartin.com/] 💌 Weekly Email [https://laylamartin.com/join-list/] 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-tantric-life-with-layla-martin/id1685418994] 🎶 Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/72iBpAwMSsTl9zLk8fHMp1?si=9f465574aa114d63] 💋 MOOD Sexy Plant Activated Supplements [https://shopmood.com/] 🔥 For Men: Men's Sexual Mastery [https://hubs.ly/Q01c_Wgx0] 🌹 Obliss: The Sexual Masterclass for Women [https://hubs.ly/Q01c0SWh0] Timestamps 00:00:52 - Guest introduction 00:03:08 - Discover the VITA™ Sex, Love and Relationship Coaching Certification [https://laylamartin.com/coaching-certification/vita-coaching] 00:05:06 - Diana describes how Tantric orgasm feels different than default orgasm 00:07:09 - When you don't think about orgasm as a goal, you can stay more present 00:07:48 - How a flow state compares to an orgasmic state 00:09:18 - How sex in our culture has become as aspect of the mind instead of the body 00:11:20 - You can't make an orgasmic state happen, you can only prepare the ground 00:12:14 - How to train your body for sexual experiences 00:14:49 - Why it's important to bring your body into your everyday life 00:18:12 - What it looks like in everyday life to make your own body the priority 00:18:57 - [AD] MOOD Sex Magic - Podcast coupon code + 2 free sticks: [MOOD Sex Magic] [https://shopmood.com/] 00:20:34 - Why being in your mind can make you feel like you control the universe 00:22:46 - Why it's important to trust our body's intelligence 00:24:15 - Diana shares the deconditioning process she experienced with Tantra 00:27:40 - Why pushing your body during sex actually blocks pleasure 00:29:05 - Intensity during sex can come from a fear of loss of erection 00:30:53 - Why language around the penis and vagina matters 00:33:46 - The one thing Diana sees that helps women open into an orgasmic state 00:38:38 - The 3 elements Osho says are required for a blissful state 00:40:15 - The most valuable thing Diana wants women to know 00:42:17 - How to bring breast activation into your lovemaking experiences 00:46:40 - The real reason premature ejaculation happens 00:51:50 - The power of yin versus yang in sexual experiences 00:53:28 - What Diana finds in men who are willing to try a new way of making love 00:57:55 - Why Diana and her partner approach sex in a softer way 01:01:52 - Conclusion

The New Science of Psychedelics, Sex, and Deep Connection

Shownotes * Layla's story of encountering aliens for the first time * How psilocybin impacts people's sex lives compared to SSRIs * What changed for Tomasso sexually after a guided psilocybin experience * What makes your romantic partner the best, or worst, thing for your nervous system * Why a healthy, happy man can set a tone for an entire relationship * Why choosing your partner is the most important decision you will ever make Bio Tommaso Barba a PhD candidate at the Centre for Psychedelic Research, Imperial College London. Under the mentorship of Dr. David Erritzoe and Prof. David Nutt, he has co-authored more than ten high-impact publications, including five as first author, in prestigious journals like The Lancet EClinical Medicine and Nature Scientific Reports. His research explores the efficacy of psychedelics compared to traditional antidepressants, short acting tryptamines and the impact of psychedelics and MDMA on couples' intimacy, advocating for their potential in improving couples' connection within therapeutic settings. Tommaso's work has garnered widespread international and national media recognition, reflecting both its scientific importance and its societal relevance. He has been featured in Forbes USA, The Times, The Telegraph, Rolling Stone , CNN, Women's Health and more. You can follow Tomasso's work on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/tommaso.barba] and on X [https://x.com/tommaso_barba], read his research here, and sign up to join Tomasso's Psychedelics and Couples Study [https://survey.alchemer.eu/s3/90617328/Psychedelics-and-Couples-Sign-up]. Follow Layla! 🌸 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thelaylamartin/] 🌐 Website [http://www.laylamartin.com/] 💌 Weekly Email [https://laylamartin.com/join-list/] 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-tantric-life-with-layla-martin/id1685418994] 🎶 Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/72iBpAwMSsTl9zLk8fHMp1?si=9f465574aa114d63] 💋 MOOD Sexy Plant Activated Supplements [https://shopmood.com/] 🔥 For Men: Men's Sexual Mastery [https://hubs.ly/Q01c_Wgx0] 🌹 Obliss: The Sexual Masterclass for Women [https://hubs.ly/Q01c0SWh0] Timestamps 00:01:00 - Guest introduction 00:03:13 - The legendary story of how Layla and Tomasso first met 00:04:40 - Discover the VITA™ Sex, Love and Relationship Coaching Certification [https://laylamartin.com/coaching-certification/vita-coaching] 00:11:57 - Layla shares her story of encountering aliens for the first time 00:15:45 - The real, tangible outcome of Layla's alien experience 00:17:29 - Take your business to the next level with my FREE VITA Coaching Checklist [https://laylamartin.com/vita] 00:21:35 - How psilocybin impacts people's sex lives positively compared to SSRIs 00:27:30 - The parallels between psychedelics and sacred sexuality 00:31:15 - Tomasso shares what changed for him sexually after a guided psilocybin experience 00:36:36 - [AD] 2 FREE sticks of MOOD SEX MAGIC™ Elixir [https://shopmood.com/shop-all/mood-sex-magic-sexy-plant-activated-elixir/] with code PODCAST at checkout 00:42:29 - Why your romantic partner can be the best, and worst, thing for your nervous system 00:50:43 - How Tomasso's research has mapped to his own growth in intimacy 00:53:04 - The moment Tomasso realized he didn't actually love himself 01:00:48 - A healthy, happy man can set a tone for an entire relationship 01:06:14 - Why love is a skill, not a feeling 01:16:00 - Why obsession and ecstatic feelings can be big red flags 01:20:01 - The most important decision you will ever make 01:25:53 - The exact study Tomasso would do if funding wasn't an issue 01:29:39 - Conclusion

How to Reclaim Your Feminine Power and Magic

Shownotes * How to attract what Seren calls Earth Alpha men * Why healing trauma is an act of cultural magic * How quantum leaps and manifestation often come from total collapse * The difference between womb healing and the High Priestess path * Layla and Seren's personal definitions of magic * Why healing your wounds with the masculine allows you to see men as sacred Bio Seren Bertrand is a cultural mystic and visionary, best known for her best selling and award winning books on feminine wisdom and eco-spirituality. Seren has been married to Dr. Azra Bertand for over a decade, with a beautiful daughter, and live on 18 acres of land in Appalachia, with their many fantastic beasts, curating an enchanted portal of the new paradigm. You can follow Seren's work on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/serenbertrand/] and learn more on her website [https://serenbertrand.com/]. Follow Layla! 🌸 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thelaylamartin/] 🌐 Website [http://www.laylamartin.com/] 💌 Weekly Email [https://laylamartin.com/join-list/] 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-tantric-life-with-layla-martin/id1685418994] 🎶 Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/72iBpAwMSsTl9zLk8fHMp1?si=9f465574aa114d63] 💋 MOOD Sexy Plant Activated Supplements [https://shopmood.com/] 🔥 For Men: Men's Sexual Mastery [https://hubs.ly/Q01c_Wgx0] 🌹 Obliss: The Sexual Masterclass for Women [https://hubs.ly/Q01c0SWh0] Timestamps 00:00:55 - Guest introduction 00:03:48 - [AD] Awaken your natural feminine radiance at my FREE live event, Rise Like Venus [https://laylamartin.com/rise-like-venus] 00:07:52 - Seren shares her womb journey from fragmentation to restoration 00:12:01 - What Mary Magdalene said to Seren while writing the Magdalene Mysteries 00:17:19 - Why healing trauma is an act of magic 00:21:34 - How Layla's ancestral trauma was connected with two years of health challenges 00:28:50 - Live your life in a way that your magic is more intact than those who came before you 00:31:26 - The difference between womb healing and the High Priestess path 00:40:29 - Layla now recognizes her mother as an ancestor 00:42:43 - Layla's definition of magic 00:44:29 - Seren shares her definition of magic 00:48:42 - [AD] MOOD Sex Magic - Podcast coupon code + 2 free sticks: [MOOD Sex Magic] [https://shopmood.com/] 00:58:38 - If you choose to work with the poison, you will find medicine in it 01:03:40 - Why the poison path is a death and rebirth initiation 01:08:38 - Daily devotion and beauty can help you fall back in love with being alive 01:12:05 - A simple daily womb practice to stay connected with your body 01:23:18 - Seren explains what she calls Earth Alpha men 01:40:54 - Why we need to be looking for more "yes!" frequency 01:43:46 - Integrating your wounds with the masculine allows you to see how sacred men are 01:46:32 - Conclusion

How This Tantra Teacher Faces Grief and Still Has the Best Sex of Her Life

Shownotes * Take your business to the next level with my FREE VITA Coaching Checklist [https://laylamartin.com/vita] * Why Tantra allows you to be both fully spiritual and fully human * The reason your nervous system goes numb trying to process intense emotion * How to use spiritual practices as enrichment to your life rather than bypassing * Why women's sexual energy after 40 years old ignites instead of dwindles * A simple beginners' practice for overcoming ageism and unlocking confidence Bio Kirsti Kuosmanen is a lifelong artist, psychotherapist, and pioneer in women's sexuality and embodied spirituality. A professional actress since 1989 and a graduate of Drama Centre London, she is a founding member of Stella Polaris Improvisation Theatre, Finland's first improv theatre. Alongside her performance career, Kirsti trained as a Gestalt Psychotherapist at the Gestalt Institute of Scandinavia and has spent nearly two decades guiding deep personal and relational transformation. Her spiritual path began in 2006 and led her into Tantra in 2013, shaping her work at the intersection of psychology, embodiment, and sacred sexuality. Kirsti is the author of Secrets of a Glowing Woman, Power Years of a Glowing Woman, and the forthcoming Garden of Venus. Kristi has trained extensively in Tantra, women's health, holotropic breathwork, psychedelic therapy, and coaching. She is a sought-after speaker for business organizations, teaching presence, communication, and embodied leadership. You can follow Kirsti's work on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lovekirsti/] and learn more on her website [https://lovekirsti.com/]. Follow Layla! 🌸 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thelaylamartin/] 🌐 Website [http://www.laylamartin.com/] 💌 Weekly Email [https://laylamartin.com/join-list/] 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-tantric-life-with-layla-martin/id1685418994] 🎶 Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/72iBpAwMSsTl9zLk8fHMp1?si=9f465574aa114d63] 💋 MOOD Sexy Plant Activated Supplements [https://shopmood.com/] 🔥 For Men: Men's Sexual Mastery [https://hubs.ly/Q01c_Wgx0] 🌹 Obliss: The Sexual Masterclass for Women [https://hubs.ly/Q01c0SWh0] Timestamps 00:00:00 - Guest introduction 00:04:27 - Take your business to the next level with my FREE VITA Coaching Checklist: [FREE VITA Coaching Checklist] [https://laylamartin.com/vita] 00:07:02 - Why the birth of Kirsti's first child caused her a breakdown 00:08:57 - This is what it feels like to find your soul 00:14:18 - Tantra allows you to be both fully spiritual and fully human 00:15:22 - How the Tantric path supported Kirsti in a life transition through grief and loss 00:18:07 - Layla shares about her final conversation with her beloved stepfather 00:23:23 - Why your nervous system goes numb while trying to process intense emotion 00:26:13 - Experiencing spiritual practices as enrichment to your life rather than bypassing 00:29:16 - The witches were the original holders of grief, death, birth, and magic rituals 00:30:08 - [AD] MOOD Sex Magic - Podcast coupon code + 2 free sticks: [MOOD Sex Magic] [https://shopmood.com/] 00:33:04 - Kirsti and Layla drink MOOD SEX MAGIC Elixir 00:37:02 - One of the top shadows that shows up in the Tantric field is ageism 00:39:38 - Why women's sexual energy ignites instead of dwindles after 40 years old 00:42:44 - Post-menopausal women used to use their power to become leaders and guides 00:45:46 - The younger male response Kirsti received when she began owning her sexuality 00:50:42 - Why men of ALL ages want to be sexually initiated, not just young men 00:54:00 - Some simple rules for experiencing Kundalini awakening 01:01:16 - Kirsti shares about her new book, Garden of Venus 01:05:29 - A simple beginners' practice for overcoming ageism and unlocking confidence 01:07:15 - Kirsti shares something she is currently struggling with and how she's overcoming it 01:08:44 - Conclusion

Kundalini Rising & Soul Rebirth: Listening to Your Inner Oracle with Rebecca Campbell

Shownotes * Take your business to the next level with my FREE VITA Coaching Checklist [https://laylamartin.com/vita] * Layla and Rebecca share the stories of their Kundalini awakenings * How undigested energy becomes trauma in our nervous systems * How a Goddess dress and a case of norovirus became a spiritual crossroads for Layla * How to tell whether your soul or your ego is speaking * Rebecca's favorite simple way to stay connected with your soul Bio Rebecca Campbell is an international bestselling author, mystic, and spiritual teacher whose creations have inspired millions of people all over the world. Her bestselling books, oracle decks, and trainings have been translated into over 40 languages worldwide and her work has been featured in Vogue, The Sunday Times, Oprah.com, Psychologies Magazine, and more. Rebecca's mission is to support people to live a soul-led life and develop a direct experience of the sacred. Her events are full sensory experiences… you will always leave having shifted something energetically and connected deeply to your soul. Buy her latest book, Your Soul Had A Dream, Your Life Is It [https://shop.rebeccacampbell.me/books/your-soul-had-a-dream-hardcover]. Learn more about Rebecca's work on her website [https://www.rebeccacampbell.me/] and follow her on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/rebeccacampbell_author/]. Follow Layla! 🌸 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thelaylamartin/] 🌐 Website [http://www.laylamartin.com/] 💌 Weekly Email [https://laylamartin.com/join-list/] 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-tantric-life-with-layla-martin/id1685418994] 🎶 Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/72iBpAwMSsTl9zLk8fHMp1?si=9f465574aa114d63] 💋 MOOD Sexy Plant Activated Supplements [https://shopmood.com/] 🔥 For Men: Men's Sexual Mastery [https://hubs.ly/Q01c_Wgx0] 🌹 Obliss: The Sexual Masterclass for Women [https://hubs.ly/Q01c0SWh0] Timestamps 00:00:00 - Guest introduction 00:02:34 - Layla's invitation to you as you listen to this episode 00:04:31 - What does your soul most want you to know in this moment? 00:05:08 - Take your business to the next level with my FREE VITA Coaching Checklist [https://laylamartin.com/vita] 00:09:21 - Rebecca shares the experience that initiated her spiritual path 00:10:59 - The moment Layla realized there's something deeper inside of her 00:14:53 - Rebecca's first time seeing soul in her adult life 00:19:08 - The two appropriate responses for pretty much anything in life 00:20:22 - The story of the soul death portal Layla experienced when her stepfather passed 00:25:47 - How undigested energy becomes trauma in our nervous systems 00:29:49 - Western society doesn't know what to do with death or how to honor it 00:33:31 - [AD] [MOOD Sex Magic] [https://shopmood.com/] - Podcast coupon code + 2 free sticks 00:36:53 - How a Goddess dress and a case of norovirus became a crossroads for Layla 00:39:52 - Birth, death, and grief are beautiful… but they're not pretty 00:42:33 - Why Rebecca was afraid to become a mom 00:50:01 - Rebecca's story of her Kundalini awakening 00:53:20 - Layla shares the story of her Kundalini awakening 00:59:04 - How Western culture has let those of us who have energetic awakenings down 01:03:09 - How simple obligations can help to ground and regulate an awakening 01:04:52 - Layla shares guidance for people having a Kundalini awakening 01:09:42 - How to tell whether your soul or your ego is speaking 01:17:57 - Rebecca shares her favorite simple way to stay connected with your soul 01:18:55 - Bonus question with Layla 01:24:39 - Conclusion