Awakened Love

In this enlightening episode of Awakened Love, Angel engages in a soulful conversation with Sophie, a Holistic Somatic Coach based in Adelaide, South Australia. Sophie is driven by a profound passion to guide women with analytical and self-critical tendencies towards fostering a compassionate relationship with themselves, enabling them to embrace happiness and health from within. They dive deep into all things:  Sophie’s Experience in the Somatic Psycho-Spiritual Apprenticeship  Mastering the Power of Self Unmanaged Empathy vs Attuned Empathy  Co-Regulating in a Coaching Container  Relational and Intuitive Coaching: The Codes to Client Flow and Attunement   Join SPA:  www.angeldrake.com/spa   Connect with Sophie:  www.instagram.com/sophiejoyhayes  Empowered Expression Podcast    Connect with Angel:  www.instagram.com/angelikaalana  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this captivating conversation, host Angel Drake invites Megan Butterworth, a client participant in the Somatic Psycho Spiritual Apprenticeship, to share her transformative journey and experiences. Megan traces her spiritual awakening path, her passionate devotion to healing, and describes her move towards becoming a facilitator. She discusses the importance of aligning with your true authentic self, the hurdles she overcame in her journey, and the profound impact of intuitive, feeling-based relational style of coaching. Megan also emphasizes the wisdom of the body and the subconscious in healing, the effectiveness of embodiment, and the empowering process of uncovering her desires and passions. Additionally, they touch on the concept of 'repair' in coaching relationships, creating safe spaces for clients, and the establishment of Megan's emerging coaching business.   00:00 Introduction and Acknowledging Mistakes 00:32 Guest Introduction: Megan Butterworth 01:37 Megan's Journey to Facilitation 02:36 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Vulnerability 05:01 The Importance of Repair in Coaching 05:43 The Power of Intuitive, Relational Coaching 06:10 Avoiding the Pedestal Trap in Coaching 07:56 The Power of Embodiment in Healing 09:23 The Wisdom of the Body and Subconscious 11:38 The Impact of the Somatic Psycho Spiritual Approach 12:07 The Surprising Profundity of the Healing Journey 18:00 The Role of Personal Healing in Coaching 21:42 The Power of Alignment in Launching a Coaching Business 30:45 The Somatic Psycho Spiritual Apprenticeship Program   Join SPA: www.angeldrake.com/spa   Connect with Megan https://www.meganbutterworth.com https://www.instagram.com/meganforrestb/   Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/ My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a deeply transformative conversation, Angel talks to Colette Pervette, a professional dominatrix, about the dynamics of power, surrender, and human desires. They delve into how the concepts of bondage, discipline, dominance, submission and sadomasochism function inside and outside the dungeon, reflecting metaphorically on life. Colette shares her journey of transitioning from an education PhD to Dominatrix, highlighting the role of kink in exploring different flavors of sexuality. Colette ends the conversation by talking about her online course, Mistress Class, designed to empower women and help them channel their inner dom.   0:00 Intro 01:55 Choosing a Dominatrix Name 03:55 The Power of Names 06:06 The Journey to Becoming a Dominatrix 09:32 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Kink 13:31 The Mystery of the Mask 16:19 Understanding Kink 22:42 The Power Dynamics in Humiliation 24:51 Exploring the Role of Ego in Kink and BDSM 26:20 The Spiritual Element of BDSM 26:29 The Experience of a Dom and the Practice of Letting Go 27:45 Applying BDSM Lessons to Everyday Life 33:03 The Role of Trust and Communication in BDSM 35:35 The Healing Potential of BDSM 36:57 The Line Between Eroticizing and Retraumatizing 38:55 The Birth of Mistress Class 48:47 Connecting with the Work and Final Thoughts     Colette is a professional Dominatrix of 18+ years. In her journey as a Domme, she spent the first decade of her career going deep into the art and practice of BDSM. Then she spent the last 8 years going inward and contemplating the theory behind the practice of BDSM and has since developed an alchemical philosophy and spiritual approach to the art of kink that she shares through her work.   She guides women and femmes to find and cultivate their personal power by learning how to play with it in the bedroom, dungeon and beyond.    Colette teaches an online Dominatrix training course called MistressClass, where she takes you on an immersive journey where she shows you every step it takes to become a Dominatrix and come into your full power. She has guided and trained hundreds of women and femmes to become the Dominatrix of their vision.    Join Mistress Class:  https://www.pervette.com/mistressclass/   Connect with Colette: www.instagram.com/colettepervette     Follow Angel on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   Angel's Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Awakened Love, Angel is joined by Lindsey Meehleis: Spiritual Midwife. For the past 20 years, Lindsey Meehlies has worked in healthcare, helping women discover their own strength through psychedelic, transcendent experiences while they birth their babies in power at home. As well as serving in the shadows of death as a Midwife who helps people cross the rainbow bridge. She serves families from womb to tomb, like many medicine women have done throughout time, with a deep remembering that many of these witches were burned at the stake for their threat to the standard industrialized complex.  Is the Medical Industrialized Complex still burning Midwives as Witches? A question answered in depth in this profound conversation. They also deep dive into :  The Sacredness of Homebirth  The persecution of midwives during witch trials: “Were midwives the Original Witches?” Recognizing Fear vs Intuition when giving Birth How Sexual Trauma can Resurface during Labor _________ Join the Somatic Psycho-Spiritual Apprenticeship:  https://www.angeldrake.com/spa   Follow Lindsey: www.instagram.com/lindseymeehleis www.theremembering.co   Follow Angel: https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we are joined by Dagmar Khan to explore the origins of pelvic pain, and how to take your healing into your own hands. Dagmar reveals that so much of pelvic conditions are related to trauma stored in the body, and the only way to truly heal them is to release the pain of the past. She shares the long-term impact of abuse on the body, the surprising truth behind endometriosis, and her personal story of healing from infertility. This is an eye-opening episode for any women looking to heal their body and experience pain free sex.   === TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:30 Pelvic Pain Explained 6:16 Origins of Pain & Healing Trauma in the Pelvis 14:56 The Power of Pelvic Massage Techniques 20:25 The Truth About Endometriosis & How to Heal It 25:49 Dagmar's Infertility From Intense Trauma 28:53 Practices for Reclaiming Sovereignty Over Your Body 35:35 Tools to Develop the Courage to Heal 43:05 Take Healing Into Your Own Hands 46:55 How to Explore Further 49:20 Conclusion ===   Dagmar Khan: world’s leading women’s health expert & Founder of the Flourish™ INSTITUTE   My name is Dagmar Khan, and I’m one of the world’s leading women healthcare specialists. I’m also founder of the Flourish™ Institute, a global Women’s Pelvic Health & Business Development Company dedicated to helping you become a sought-after women’s health specialist with a financially nourishing business, and a mission that transforms female lives. My proprietary Flourish™ method is sparking a revolution in female empowerment – through trauma-informed pelvic care that addresses the root of any health challenges, by considering the whole woman (body, mind, soul). For the past 5 years, Flourish™ has attracted visionary women’s health practitioners who want to deeply transform women’s health and lives.   Free Training: How To Become Sought-After Women's Health Specialist & Confidently Work With Female Pelvic Pain Clients: https://www.flourishwoman.com/ondemand Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dagmarkhan/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dagmar.kocandovakhan/   ===   Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this special episode of Awakened Love, Angel is joined by her husband Patrick Drake, for a deep dive into their relationship. Join Angel and Patrick in this insightful and heartfelt relationship Q&A as they candidly discuss various aspects of their romantic journey. From the early stages of their relationship to overcoming challenges and embracing personal growth, this episode offers a glimpse into their experiences and the lessons they've learned along the way.   === TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:47 Did We Stalk Each other's Social Media? 3:08 Friends Opinions During Early Stages of Dating 13:29 Our Hardest Fights and How We Repair 20:24 Why This Love is Different 24:43 Why it’s Hard for Men to Take Feedback 28:40 How Our Relationship Has Gotten Better Over Time 34:22 What We Do Really Well in Our Relationship 40:00 Gratitude for Our Love 43:41 Self Reflection: How We Hold Ourselves Back 53:25 Conclusion ===   Patrick Drake:   https://www.instagram.com/autonomefoods/ https://autonomefoods.com   ===   Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

High Conflict Personality Expert Bill Eddy joins Awakened Love today for a deep dive into understanding people with high conflict personalities, and protecting yourself when dealing with them. Angel and Bill explore the challenges of navigating toxic relationships, including the signs of personality disorders, the dynamics of high-conflict relationships, and the impact of gaslighting and other manipulative behaviors. Bill shares his insights on how to recognize and break free from toxic patterns, offering practical tips and strategies for healing and moving forward. Whether you're dealing with a difficult relationship yourself or seeking to support someone who is, this conversation offers valuable insights into the complexities of toxic relationships and the path to healing.   === TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:41 High Conflict Personalities 3:50 2 Questions to Ask yourself, to identify if you have a HCP 4:50 Overlaps with Personality Disorders 8:03 Uncovering Patterns in Behavior 9:43 Why People Rush into things 12:36 Seeing Your Partner’s True Colors 15:28 How to Discern Someone’s Intentions 19:27 Making an Exit Strategy 23:08 What Makes A Victim Susceptible 27:15 The Sales & Seduction Phase 28:30 How to Identify If Your Partner is High Conflict 37:17 When to Know If You Should Leave 39:26 Trauma Bonded Pairs & Naive Beliefs 48:07 Standing Up to a Bully Without Becoming a Target of Blame 53:33 Co-Parenting with a Partner Who Has NPD 57:03 Protecting Yourself Against False Allegations 1:02:34 Conclusion ===   Bill Eddy, LCSW, Esq.   Bill Eddy, LCSW, Esq. is the co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of the High Conflict Institute in San Diego, California. He pioneered the High Conflict Personality Theory (HCP) and has become an expert on managing disputes involving people with high conflict personalities. He was the Senior Family Mediator at the National Conflict Resolution Center for 15 years, a Certified Family Law Specialist lawyer representing clients in family court for 15 years, and a licensed clinical social worker therapist with over 12 years of experience. Bill serves on the faculty of the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at the Pepperdine University School of Law in California and is a Conjoint Associate Professor with the University of Newcastle Law School in Australia. He has been a speaker and trainer in over 35 U.S. states and 13 countries. He is the author or co-author of over 20 books, manuals, and workbooks. He is co-host of the podcast It's All Your Fault that he co-hosts with Megan Hunter, MBA, and has a popular blog on the Psychology Today website with over 6 million views.   ===   Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Awakened Love, relationship coaches Gay and Kathlyn Hendricks share their insights on how to have a happily ever after relationship. Drawing from their decades of experience working with couples, they offer practical tips and tools for fostering love, connection, and intimacy. As pioneers in the 'conscious loving' conversation, they reveal the practices that have kept their relationship strong for decades.   Whether you're single or in a relationship, their guidance can help you create a more fulfilling and joyful love life. Tune in to this enlightening conversation and learn how to cultivate a relationship that stands the test of time.   === TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:24 The Challenges & Rewards of Working With Your Partner 6:17 33 Years of “Conscious Loving” Book: How the Collective Has Shifted Since 9:45 Telling the Truth in Relationship 17:30 From Codependence to Conscious Loving 24:46 Tools for Befriending Fear & Reclaiming Choice 28:20 Why We Bring Past Pain into Relationships 36:18 Learning to Listen Better 38:33 The Power of Taking Space 41:33 Being Triggered vs Mistreated 44:02 Igniting Intimacy in Partnership 52:30 Conclusion ===   Gay Hendricks and Kathlyn Hendricks have been pioneers in the fields of body intelligence and relationship transformation for more than forty years. They’ve mastered ways to translate powerful concepts and life skills into experiential processes where people can discover their own body intelligence and easily integrate life-changing skills. Katie and Gay have empowered hundreds of coaches around the world to add a body intelligence perspective to enhance fields from medicine to sports psychology, education and personal growth. Together and singly they have authored more than forty books, including such bestsellers as Conscious Loving, The Big Leap, Conscious Loving Ever After: How to Create Thriving Relationships at Midlife and Beyond and The Genius Zone. They have appeared on more than 500 television and radio programs, including Oprah, 48 Hours and others. More information on Drs. Hendricks can be found at www.hendricks.com and foundationforconsciousliving.org.   ===   Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feminine embodiment coach Nadine Lee joins us this week for an exploration of the spiritual side of sexuality.   Angel and Nadine discuss the shadows and the gifts they experienced growing up in Australia, why they chose to walk the path of Tantra, and how they have used Tantric tools to heal sexual trauma.   They also discuss the need to keep an eye out for manipulation within the spiritual community, so that you don’t end up getting re-traumatized on the path of healing.    They also dive into the notion of polarity practices, when they’re helpful, and when its time to move beyond them.   Lets us know what resonates in the comments!   ===   TIMESTAMPS:   0:00 Intro 0:14 Growing Up in Australia 5:22 Who is Nadine Lee 10:24 The Path of Tantra 14:21 Healing Sexual Trauma 17:04 Navigating Manipulation 21:53 Relational Work  25:59 Abandonment Wounding 32:31 Playing With Polarity 47:20 Conclusion   ===   Nadine Lee is a teacher of the feminine tantric arts, feminine embodiment coach, devoted lover and sexual liberator. She is the author of international best seller: Sex Priestess. Nadine is also the founder of Tantric Alchemy, a community devoted to supporting you step into the woman you came here to be. She has helped thousands of women over the past decade, heal sexual trauma and ignite the erotic fire within, and to channel that creative force into their highest creative, feminine and sexual expression. She offers private mentorships, online programs and in-person workshops and retreats across the world. IG: @tantricalchemyofficialWebsite: www.tantricalchemy.net Buy my book Sex Priestess: https://tantricalchemy.net/book/   ===   Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we have the pleasure of sitting down with the magnificent Lana Shay – an incredible ally in bringing higher levels of consciousness into human sexuality.    In this episode, Angel and Lana explore the potential of creating conscious strip clubs, and what it would look like to support women in channeling their divinity into men who come into these modern day sex temples.   They also dive into the judgment that's often thrust upon sex workers and how we're at a point in history where we need to call in more collaboration and less competition between women.   Lana also shares here experience with the medicine Kambo and how it can be used to cleanse the body before diving into other plan medicines.   Let us know what resonates in the comments!   ===   TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 3:09 Who is Lana Shay? 5:18 Conscious Strip Clubs 19:11 The Shadow Side of Strip Clubs 23:08 Supporting Female Sex Workers 30:20 Judging the Sex Industry 37:55 From Competition to Collaboration 44:26 Kambo Therapy 56:53 Contraindications for Heart Problems 1:01:07 Conclusion   ===   Lana Shay is a holistic living advocate, psychonaut, and practitioner of the tantric arts. With a background that includes experiences as sex worker, Lana is on a mission to co-create a conscious strip club that challenges the norms of the adult entertainment industry. Through her unique blend of wisdom and passion for conscious living, Lana aims to revolutionize the strip club experience, prioritizing empowerment, consent, and mindful engagement. By infusing elements of tantra, mindfulness, and sacred intimacy, Lana seeks to transform the strip club into a space of self-expression, celebration, and genuine connection.   She earned her B.A. from California Institute of Integral Studies, providing the first academic post-graduate certification program Certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies in the U.S. She's trained as an addiction Recovery Coach, Co-founded [PsychedelicTimes.com](http://psychedelictimes.com/), Entheo Ventures and the Sensual Collective. Lana’s mission is to support people in re-discovering the principles of holistic living and harnessing the wisdom of the earth through all plant medicines, whole foods and psychedelics.   ===   Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Embodiment Coach Rachel Pringle joins the podcast today to reveal the process of turning pain into art. Her and Angel discuss their alchemy process of sensual mysticism and holy artistry, and why are they are creating a container for you to explore it as well.   In a world that is so focused on perfectionism, they explore what it looks like to let your creations be an act of love and liberation from your most authentic self. Reminding us that art (much like life) is not about the end product - it’s about the beautiful process of creating it.   If you are interested in learning how to deeper embody this process, check out Rachel & Angel’s new program: Temple of EROS: Tantric Embodiment, Erotica, Poetry, Prayer, Pleasure, Song & Sacred Theatre. Begins July 2nd.   ===   TIMESTAMPS:   0:00 Intro 1:03 From Perfectionism to Creation 9:24 Liberating Your Authentic Self through Art 17:25 It’s the Process, not the Product 20:26 Art with Intention 22:26 Our Kundalini Awakenings - Shaking but not breaking 27:07 We Lift Each Other Up 30:14 Give Yourself the Gift of Art 35:38 Step into Your Holy Artistry 39:38 Conclusion   ===   Rachel Pringle:   https://www.instagram.com/positivepringle/ https://www.iamrachelpringle.com   ===   Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's episode features tantric embodiment guide Rachel Pringle.   In this episode Angel and Rachel reflect on their own personal journeys into the dark, and the necessity of passing through the caves consciousness in order to reach the bright lights of illumination and empowerment.   They both revere the less-than-perfect moments in life as the ultimate source material for the art they've created. They spend time discussing what it means to walk the path of the artist, and insist that a masterpiece does not come from perfection, but from embracing what is.   ===   TIMESTAMPS: TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:49 Moving to Ibiza: Rest and Creativity 4:53 Alchemy through the Artistic Process 10:15 Eros: Experiencing the Beauty & Freedom of Life 17:11 We Need Community 22:59 Living Boldly 27:11 Being a Seeker of Truth 28:18 Comfort is Not Safety 42:14 Making A Masterpiece of Life 50:12 Be With Your Body 53:54 Conclusion   ===   Rachel Pringle:   https://www.instagram.com/positivepringle/ https://www.iamrachelpringle.com   ===   Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, sexual and relationship psychotherapist Paula Hall takes us into an exploration of sex and porn addiction. Paula helps us understand the difference between a high sex drive and true addiction and what's required for healing. Paula encourages a healthy exploration of sex for young adults and she leaves us with brilliant advice on how to approach someone you love who is showing signs of addiction to sex or pornography and how to navigate signs of sex addiction in your relationship.   ===   0:00 Intro 0:40 Sex and Porn Addiction 5:00 Porn and Relationships 8:14 The Chemistry of Sex Addiction 9:51 High Sex Drive vs. Addiction 13:28 Signs of Struggle 16:24 Shame vs. Guilt 17:54 Healthy Exploration of Sex 22:13 Confronting An Escalation 27:30 Values vs. Growth Edges 34:10 Behavioral Change 36:23 Is Healing Possible?   ===   Dr Paula Hall is a senior accredited Sexual & Relationship Psychotherapist with 30 years experience, 18 of which have been specialising in sex and porn addiction. She is Clinical Director of the Laurel Centre (https://thelaurelcentre.co.uk) who provide online individual and group therapy around the world for people struggling with compulsive sexual behaviours and also support for partners. She is also founder of Pivotal Recovery (https://PivotalRecovery.org) , a not-for-profit organisation that provides affordable, anonymous, accessible self-help through their podcast based Pivotal Recovery Course. Dr Hall is also author of Understanding & Treating Sex & Pornography Addiction (Routledge 2018), Sex Addiction - The Partner's Perspective (2016) and Sex Addiction – A Guide for Couples (Routledge 2019) and regularly contributes to the media on all things sex and porn related.     ===   Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Psychotherapist, coach and author of "Polysecure" Jessica Fern joins us for an exploration of all the possible ways we can explore consensual non-monogamy in a ways that allow us the experience of both emotional security and personal freedom. She walks us through the difference between structural and emotional security, how polyamorous families can be incredibly supportive for the development of children, the challenges of navigating relational insecurity, and the liberating gift of compersion – the ability to find joy in watching someone you love receive pleasure from someone other than you. This episode is full of enlightening and expansive views on relationships. Let us know what resonates with you in the comments! === TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 1:35 What Consensual Non-monogamy is 5:00 "Don’t Ask Don’t Tell" 7:37 Structure vs Quality of Relationship 9:49 Exposing Relational Insecurity 13:21 From Comparison to Compersion 17:06 Toxicity in Polyamory 21:58 Polyamorous Families 23:55 Hierarchy in Polyamory 27:02 Challenges of Non-monogamy 34:20 Attachment Figures 38:36 Safe Havens and Secure Bases 43:30 Managing Tension in Relationship ===   Jessica Fern is a Psychotherapist, Coach, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Jessica is the author of Polysecure: Attachment, Trauma, and Non-Monomgamy and The Polyseucre Workbook: Healing Your Attachment and Creating Security in Loving Relationships. In her international private practice, Jessica works with individuals, couples, and people in multiple-partner relationships who no longer want to be limited by their reactive patterns, cultural conditioning, insecure attachment styles, and past traumas, helping them to embody new possibilities in life and love.   Learn more at JessicaFern.com   ===   Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's guest is mental health professional Kathy Labriola. Kathy shares her insight on a very potent and timely topic for society as a whole – relationship agreements, polyamory, and jealousy. Kathy breaks down the difference between jealousy, envy and coveting to help us understand the subtle energetic difference and the behavioral manifestations of these three emotional states. She also helps us understand the range of different approaches to polyamory, and how our needs in relationship stem from our traumas. Kathy also encourages those of us who prefer monogamy to explore more openness and allowance of love in our partner's lives. === 0:00 Jealousy, Envy and Coveting 9:34 Open-Minded Monogamy  11:34 Hard-Wired For Jealousy 15:25 Healthy Expression of Jealousy 17:23 Managing Sensitivity to Jealousy 21:56 Polyamory As An Orientation 28:40 Relationship Agreements 52:20 Navigating Communication Around Jealousy  56:08 Conclusion === Kathy Labriola is a nurse, counselor, and hypnotherapist in Berkeley, California. She has provided affordable mental health services to alternative communities for the past 30 years. Kathy is author of Love in Abundance: A Counselor's Advice on Open Relationships, The Jealousy Workbook, The Polyamory Break-up Book: Causes, Survival, and Polyamorous Elders: Aging in Open Relationships. She has been a card-carrying bisexual and polyamorist for 50 years. She is extra crunchy, rides a bike, lives in a housing cooperative, grows organic vegetables and raises chickens. She can be reached at (510)841-5307 or at anarchofeminist@yahoo.com. Website: http://www.kathylabriola.com.  === Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/ My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andre Duqum, host of the Know Thyself Podcast and founder of Meraki Media, joins us this week to bring some deeply embodied wisdom he has accumulated on the path of self knowledge. He takes us into the difference between waking up and growing up, and explains why both are crucial to the process of self-actualization. He also shares his insights around conscious relationships and what makes long-term relationships possible. His ideas on the difference between devotion and motivation invite us to explore where our impulse for action is really coming from, and how we might begin making small steps in the direction of doing the things that call to our hearts. Let us know what resonates in the comments! === 0:00 Intro 4:59 Navigating media 7:13 Pornography 11:07 Waking Up vs. Growing Up 23:40 Relationship mastery 32:49 Navigating conflict  41:23 Devotion vs. Motivation 46:15 Creative intelligence 53:01 How to surrender 57:35 Conclusion === André developed a passion for story-telling through content creation early on when he realized the power it can have on people. Video storytelling has the capacity to be a tool that uplifts & inspires or it can spread unconsciousness and fear.  Having a strong calling to contribute to the rise in consciousness that is happening on this planet, he created Meraki Media - a production company aimed at uplifting the voices of societies’ game-changers, rule-breakers and light-workers.  Today, he pours his energy into the Know Thyself podcast by utilizing his life experience and passion for asking powerful questions to unveil spiritual wisdom that is both practical and digestible. Know Thyself Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@AndreDuqum/featured Andre's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/ === Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/ My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World-renowned meditation teacher, activist, and the best-selling author Benjamin Decker joins the Awakened Love podcast for a heart-centered exploration of Theosophy and the underlying truth in all major religions.   He also explores the importance of creativity and intimacy in our relationships, the deconstruction of the negative affects of childhood programming around religion, and he shares a fascinating and grounding perspective on the purpose of the belief in reincarnation.   ===   0:00 Intro 2:18 What is Theosophy? 6:57 Using Creativity to Find Common Ground 10:54 Creativity as intimacy 14:41 How All religions Can Work 19:24 Religious Deconstruction 27:54 Finding Your Community 34:40 Spiritual power and charisma 40:05 Reincarnation 42:39 Conclusion   ===   Ben Decker is a world-renowned meditation teacher, activist, and the best-selling author of Modern Spirituality: A Guide to the Heart of Mindfulness, Meditation, and the Art of Healing, as well as other books on meditation including Practical Meditation for Beginners; 10 Days to a Happier, Calmer You. He is also the host of The Modern Spirituality Show.  His work is universal, well-rounded and rooted in ancient wisdom, theosophy, and modern pragmatism.  Ben has been featured in The New York Times, Rolling Stone, New York Post, Forbes Cosmopolitan, Men’s Health, Spirituality & Health, Thrive Magazine, LA Yoga, and more.   Titles: 4x Meditation Author & Speaker, Healer, Theosophist, Host of The Modern Spirituality Show.    ModernSpiritualityShow.com   ===   Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Horn has been called the Dale Carnegie for the digital age, a communications wizard who wants to help people connect more deeply. Today Andrew shares how to master communication and connect deeper with others. He explains the 'tantra of conversation' and how to approach every conversation with pure intentions.  He also dives deep into men's work and healing toxic masculinity. Sharing advice on how to love a man better, and provide helpful feedback on his journey.      === TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:06 Asking the Right Questions 9:41 Overcoming Social Anxiety 14:15 Social Flow 21:04 What You Contribute to Conversation 26:58 Men's Work 35:50 Toxic Masculinity  42:35 How to Love Your Man Better 54:41 Rapid Fire Questions 59:24 Conclusion   ===   Andrew Horn:  https://www.itsandrewhorn.com https://www.instagram.com/itsandrewhorn/   ===   Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plastic Surgery, Dr. Jon Kanesvky, joins Awakened Love today to share his perspective on the intersection of beauty & spirituality. He gives us a look into his own practice of surgery as ceremony, and helping patients to make cosmetic decisions out of love instead of lack.  Dr. Jon shares the danger of traditional breast implants, and what a better alternative is. He also describes the current trend of societal beauty standards, botox, and how to choose a plastic surgeon.   === 0:00 Intro 1:35 Dr. Jon’s Background 2:24 Breast Implant Illness 9:41 Doctor’s Responsibility  12:11 Where Beauty & Spirituality Intersect 18:15 Societal Beauty Standards 22:04 Body Positivity & Enhancement 29:13 Future of Breast Augmentation 40:58 Beauty Trends 44:58 Connect with Dr. Jon 45:30 Botox  50:07 Rapid Fire Questions 52:31 Conclusion ===   Dr. Jon Kanevsky   https://www.instagram.com/drjon.k/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-kanevsky-md-frcsc-1baba027/?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2F   ===   Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberation Artist & Coach, Zahara Zimring, shares her experience of death and rebirth in life. Astrologically, we go through 7 year cycles, and intense transformation tends to happen during the end of the old cycle. In this theme, Zahara went through a massive death process at 28 & 35 and shares that story with us today. She shares how in the ashes of her old life, she was able to be reborn into a greater experience of liberation.  She explains her tools for overcoming the fear of loss, and how to release resistance to the unavoidable changes in life.   === TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 5:55 7 Year Cycles - The Breakdown  27:34 You Don’t have to do it alone 35:44 Overcoming the Fear of Loss 49:36 Releasing Resistance 58:18 Rapid Fire Questions 1:01:08 Conclusion ===   Zahara Zimring:   Zahara is a Liberation Artist and transformational facilitator who serves as a catalyst for women and men to expand beyond their fear-based edges and embody the most LIBERATED and AUTHENTIC expression of their higher self-consciousness. It is her mission to serve as a catalyst for soul-level liberation, by creating safe, raw, wild ceremonial spaces for healing and expansion to happen.   https://www.instagram.com/zaharazimring/ https://www.zaharazimring.com   ===   Follow me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/angelikaalana/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenedlove/   My Website: https://www.angelikaalana.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.