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Have you found yourself baffled by poor relationship choices that you’re still making yet you’ve been sober for years? Or have you found yourself feeling avoidant to sex or love? Perhaps it’s the opposite and maybe there’s a tendency for sex & love addiction now? Is the thought of dating sober completely daunting? Well, your host Eve is the perfect person to bring you all things sex, love and relationships in sobriety. She started her recovery from alcohol and substance addiction in 2015 and hasn’t looked back and along the way she was fascinated by her own trauma and behaviours in sex, love & relationships and became an expert in these areas with the desire to help others too, She is now a Somatic Attachment Therapist, Relationship & Tantra Coach, Sex Educator & Pelvic Health Specialist. Join Eve, your Sober Sexologist in this candid and uncensored podcast with moments of hilarious stories mixed with some hard hitting topics from her own journey with teachable outcomes and truth bombs, from time to time there will be actionable steps that can help you live a life of sobriety and navigate things like intimacy issues, sacred sexuality, unwavering emotions, challenging relationships and so much more.
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It is through this journey of sobriety that I have come to value the virtues of self-reflection and vulnerability. They have become pillars of my existence, guiding me towards a deeper understanding of myself and the world around me. The act of peeling back the layers of my past, exposing the scars and wounds that once defined me, has been both terrifying and liberating. In this episode, I invite you to join me on this intimate exploration of personal growth and transformation. I share not on...
Welcome to the first podcast episode of 2024! Today, we're diving into the transformative power of intentions. Manifesting isn't just wishful thinking; it involves deliberate actions and choices, shaped by personal experiences of both negative and positive manifestations. Our focus shifts to relationships, highlighting the game-changing impact of setting intentions in both dating and committed partnerships. I share my personal intention for the year. Setting intentions, inspired by prac...
Join me, Eve, on a soulful journey as we explore the profound and transformative power of gratitude in our lives. In this episode, we delve into the science behind gratitude, understanding its role in mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Discover various gratitude practices tailored to your unique journey of healing, from gratitude journaling to mindful walks. This isn't about bypassing emotions; it's about facing them with grace, using gratitude as a tool for understanding, growth, an...
Today's a little bit different; I'm going to be answering some questions that I received via my social media. Over the years, some are frequently asked questions, and others are more recent. So let's dive in. The questions I got and answered in this episode are: Why did you become a sex coach? How do I coach on sex? Can someone who has experienced trauma work on intimacy without re-traumatisation? Do I put anything in place for someone who has been through sexual trauma?&nbs...
Please note that the information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only. In this episode, I delve into the intricacies of rebuilding trust after addiction. I explore various aspects of trust, including trust in oneself and trust in relationships, and how addiction can erode this trust. I emphasise the importance of: Setting and respecting boundaries and discuss the significance of therapy in the recovery process, especially for ...
Have you ever thought about happiness and joy in sobriety? We often hear that sobriety leads to serenity and happiness, but what about those moments when we question it? I recall my early days in sobriety and the awakening I experienced. It was like finding inner peace, surrendering, and accepting myself. In this episode I take a closer look at the feelings of happiness, joy and pleasure and explore why it's so hard to navigate these feelings that are supposed to be good!! I...
In this episode, I sit down with none other than the "sober sexpert" herself, Tawny Lara. Tawny is an advice columnist and author of Dry Humping: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze. She co-hosts the Signal Award-winning “Best Buddy” podcast, Recovery Rocks. Tawny opens up candidly about her personal voyage to sobriety and embarks on an exploration of the multifaceted landscape of sober dating and relationships. Join the conversation as we emphasise the i...
This episode I delve into the intricate dance of rejection dynamics and exploring the complexities of rejecting someone while nurturing empathy and respect. I uncover how fear of rejection can affect our ability to set healthy boundaries and how working through your own fear of rejection will radically help with being able to speak up and say "no". I encourage listeners to take the plunge at being the rejector even at the most minor of opportunities instead of either ghostin...
Please note that the information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only. Trigger warning - because I speak about consent in this episode it may trigger some, I do not go into any detail of crossed consent or boundaries. In this episode, I dive into the crucial world of consent in sex and the art of initiating safer, more respectful encounters and how to speak up about what you desire. My focus is on creating a secure and enthusiastic environm...
Please note that the information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only. In this episode I share my journey of healing sisterhood wounding, overcoming rejection and abandonment, and finding a sense of worthiness and belonging. The episode highlights the far-reaching consequences of rejection from Sisterhood, examining how it can effect self-esteem and create a belief system that undermines one's sense of worthiness. I passionately emp...
Please note that the information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only. In this episode I explore the relationship between sobriety, sex, and shame. I delve into the deep-rooted issues that arise from addiction and their impact on our sexual behaviours and self-perception. I uncover how addiction warps our choices and behaviours, leaving us with a heavy weight of shame that colours every encounter. Furthermore, I examine the carried sham...
Welcome to another episode where I delve into the crucial topic of emotional intimacy. You can sign up for your free Emotional Intimacy in Sobriety guide book here!! I explore how emotional closeness plays a vital role in building trust and creating healthy relationships, particularly for those of us in sobriety. I speak about the significance of effective communication, setting boundaries, and providing support to create emotional intimacy in various relationships. Discover how emotional...
Part 2 A Trigger Warning comes with this episode as I mention about my own past experiences with not wanting to be on the Earth plane. (This is not an in depth discussion). Please note the information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only. Welcome back for part 2, in this episode you'll hear: me discuss the process of working through patterns and emotional connections in the heart, womb, and throat. I share the importance of exploring...
Part 1 A Trigger Warning comes with this episode as I mention about my own past experiences with not wanting to be on the Earth plane. (This is not an in depth discussion). Please note the information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only. In this podcast episode, I reflect on the significance of taking life one day at a time, regardless of one's length of sobriety. I also emphasize the importance of emotional sobriety and...
Has the destruction of active addiction got you worried about heading to get a pap or an STI check? Or maybe you’ve been diagnosed with an infection and you don’t know where to begin? Look no further this episode covers all of that! We’re breaking the taboo and overcoming stigma and misconceptions around sexual health! You get to hear my excitement as I speak with my very special guest for this episode, Adrienne, AKA the Yoni Nutritionist. Adrienne is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist a...
A Trigger Warning comes with this episode as I mention addiction, SA and CSA. Please note the information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only. It's true...it's one of my favourite topics to discuss! This episode takes a dive into how feeling your feelings might come up from sex and what to do if they do, the importance of clear communication and how you can ask for what you desire. I remind myself of my initial sober dating and sex...
Healing toxic relationships has been one of the biggest parts of my sobriety and in this episode I provide insights into how that awful job, toxic friendship or traumatic family dynamic could actually be creating avoidance to intimacy. I take a look back at how my own unhealthy relationships during active addiction played a big part in my sexuality and I invite you to see how your own experiences of toxic relationships can subtly be joining you in the bedroom! If you'd like any free ...
A Trigger Warning comes with this episode as we lovingly talk about addiction and eating disorders. Please note the information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only. My very special guest is Loretta Carraro. Loretta runs Nourished Energy and is an International Master Healer and Soul Coach who has helped thousands of women become Reiki Practitioners, Crystal Healers, and Reiki Teachers. Loretta provides an overview into what Rei...
This episode is number one of a very powerful set of episodes coming your way, I’m calling it The Sober Sex Series. Trigger Warning - I’m adding this in as I do mention very briefly SA, please note that I do not go into any detail about events. I speak about how I put off sober sex for so long and then when I eventually did get around to it how healing it actually was for my soul to go through the process!! I offer some insights into a lot of reasons why so...
In this episode I answer the questions “what is social anxiety and where does it come from?” How my drinking felt like it was helping me but in actual fact was the catalyst for my anxieties. I provide some of my own encounters around social anxiety – before sobriety and in recovery. I nut out how I used to wear my addictions as a badge of honour and would be the only way I felt I could connect with others and how my trauma dumping was causing me more harm than good and the d...
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