Come To Your Senses with Mary Lofgren

Links Mentioned: 

• Luminous Unwind Coaching Sale 
• An Everlasting Meal by Tamar Adler
• Episode 81: Simple Autumn Indulgences
• Leave a review of the podcast
• Follow Mary on Instagram

Are you starting to notice the cool breeze of Autumn kiss the back of your neck? 

Have you noticed the leaves starting to transition into nature's version of Fashion Week? 

Are your coziest sweaters, fuzziest slippers, and spiciest candles started to beckon your name?  

In today’s episode, we are hopping on the Pumpkin Pleasure Express as we explore all the ways to indulge our senses through the pleasures of Autumn. 

Some of today’s gems include: 

• How to align with your sensuality, spirituality and style with Autumn’s splendor
• How to fully embrace the allure of Fall through food
• The #1 Autumn style statement piece that can instantly turn even yoga pants into an Yves Saint Laurent level ensemble

FREE PRIVATE PODCAST COLLECTION: Discover how the power of beauty can bring healing to our minds, strength to our hearts, and transformation to our world in my new audio collection: In Celebration of Beauty.

My friends! We have a VERY special guest on the velvet chaise today—author, artist, performer, historian, and my personal burlesque mentor and muse, Jo Weldon.

Over 20 years ago, Jo and I met in a dusty Times Square rehearsal studio on a wintry evening in New York City. She changed my life completely by teaching me the art of fan dancing. With big, white, ostrich feather fans soaring over my head and around my body, I floated like a dove on the air of sensual greatness. 

Suffice it to say, my life has never been the same since.

In this episode, we delve into gems on: 

• How burlesque, adornment, and simply walking down the street can all be a literal stage for expressing our unique life force
• Preserving the vibrant history of burlesque, and celebrating the trailblazing legends who carved a path of freedom and creativity
• Jo's personal journey towards sobriety and how it has reshaped her creative process
• Cat prints, rock stars, secret art sketches, and so much more 

Jo’s stories of overcoming fears, embodying her own unique spark, and finding true community are beyond inspiring.  Click here and let the wit and wonder begin!  

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Oh my friend, do we have a true piece of maple candy for the soul today! It is my absolute pleasure, joy, and delight to introduce you to my muse, dear friend, and past-life sister in enchantment, Laura Jane Foley.

Laura Jane is a true artist of life.

Everything about this episode seduces.  From Laura Jane’s mesmerizing voice to the delicate jangle of her bracelets, her presence is pure enchantment.

She is my go-to model for living as our full, sensual, legend-in-the-flesh, and I know you’ll be purring in her lap, just as I was, in no time.

Here are just a few of the gems you’ll receive:

• How true glamour is an act of self-enchantment
• The secrets to radiating confidence and style, even when you’re working from home and feeling like a crusty troll 🧌🙋🏻‍♀️
• The transformative power of dopamine dressing (!!!! - how I have I never heard that term before!??) 
• How the ritual of dressing can enrich not just your day, but your entire life

Whether you’re looking to reinvent your wardrobe or simply radiate limitless feminine confidence, this episode is the secret salon you’ve been waiting for.

LINKS FROM THE SHOW 

• Laura Jane’s Website
• Laura Jane’s Instagram 
• Join The Sanctuary Community and receive a signature, self-seduction meditation from Laura Jane

A related episode you may enjoy: 

• Episode 97 - Enrich Your Life with Instant Glamour

FREE PRIVATE PODCAST COLLECTION: Discover how the power of beauty can bring healing to our minds, strength to our hearts, and transformation to our world in my new audio collection: In Celebration of Beauty.

Decluttering transforms a space, but it can also transform your life. This episode is a heartfelt journey into how to make this routine chore into a satisfying, sumptuous ritual.  Come delight in turning smallest corners of your life into portals of luxury and calm.

Links from the Show: 

• Join The Sanctuary Community 
• Home Sweet Maison by Danielle Postel-Vinay

Let's Connect: 

• Connect with Mary on Instagram
• Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts
• Check out the full episode library 

Episodes like this one that you may enjoy: 

• Episode 26: The Art of Cleaning With Pleasure
• Episode 58: Make Your Home A Feast for The Senses
• Episode 119: Creating A Nightstand for the Senses

FREE PRIVATE PODCAST COLLECTION: Discover how the power of beauty can bring healing to our minds, strength to our hearts, and transformation to our world in my new audio collection: In Celebration of Beauty.

In this episode, we're shedding light on how intentional moments of delight can nourish our nervous systems and bring health and healing to our lives. From crafting luxurious experiences for both myself and my companion pup, to overcoming isolation through simple, sensory adventures these intentional acts of joy have been a much-needed balm for my soul during a time of great change. Let's dive into the ways healing can be found in the simplest of moments moments through the joy and embrace of pleasure.

Links from the Show: 

• Join The Sanctuary Community 
• Mama Gena's School of Womanly Arts

Let's Connect: 

• Connect with Mary on Instagram
• Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts
• Check out the full episode library 

Episodes like this one that you may enjoy: 

• Episode 111 : Trusting Pleasure
• Episode 87 : Italian Inspired Tips for Health & Happiness 
• Episode 139: 3 Ways To Awaken The Senses for A Vibrant Life

FREE PRIVATE PODCAST COLLECTION: Discover how the power of beauty can bring healing to our minds, strength to our hearts, and transformation to our world in my new audio collection: In Celebration of Beauty.

I am a big fan of traditional, seated meditation for detaching from the grip of ego, and allowing the soul to speak.  As a feminine being however, with G cup boobs and curvy hips (I’m a bit Zafu top heavy), I’ve often felt the round curves of my being press uncomfortably against the straight lines of pure silent, seated meditation. 

The feminine soul thrives in aliveness, expression, beauty and embodiment. So it makes sense that our presence practices might need to adjust to meet our unique needs. 

Today, I’m sharing some of my most cherished practices for building a honeyed approach to cultivating presence through the joy of beauty and the splendor of the senses. 

LINKS FROM THE SHOW: 

• Join us in The Sanctuary Community - Early Bird Savings Expires today! 
• Primal Feminine Flow 
• Episode 154 - The Practice That's Changing My Life
• Miranda Wildman Art Parties
• In Celebration of Beauty Audio Collection 
• Connect with Mary on Instagram 

FREE PRIVATE PODCAST COLLECTION: Discover how the power of beauty can bring healing to our minds, strength to our hearts, and transformation to our world in my new audio collection: In Celebration of Beauty.

Instead of seeing energy as a gas tank, what if energy was like a river? Today's episode offers three unexpected pathways to enriching, uplifting, and expanding your sense of embodied energy. 

• Join Us In The Sanctuary Community: https://schoolofsensualliving.com/sanctuary
• Explore the free audio collection, In Celebration of Beauty: https://schoolofsensualliving.com/beautiful

FREE PRIVATE PODCAST COLLECTION: Discover how the power of beauty can bring healing to our minds, strength to our hearts, and transformation to our world in my new audio collection: In Celebration of Beauty.

In this episode, I share my personal journey and the deep insights that led me to a transformative decision for the future of Come to Your Senses.

Starting in mid-July, you'll hear new voices and perspectives as we transition to a new model, where rather than hearing from me alone each week, you'll hear me conversing with and interviewing exciting guests.

With over 150 episodes already in our library, this shift allows me to channel my energy inward, and bring even more valuable and personalized content to you inside the Sanctuary. 

You'll hear all the info and some behind the scenes stories on what led me to this decision in today's episode.

Your presence and support mean the world to me, and I can’t wait to embark on this new chapter together.

💐 Explore a path to presence with a feminine flavor in The Come To Your Senses Sanctuary. Special Opening Celebration Savings expires June 27th .  Click here to join us! 

FREE PRIVATE PODCAST COLLECTION: Discover how the power of beauty can bring healing to our minds, strength to our hearts, and transformation to our world in my new audio collection: In Celebration of Beauty.

THE DAY HAS COME!  The garden gates to the new Come To Your Senses Sanctuary are now open ! Click here to step inside! I could not be more excited to share this garden of peace, pleasure, and presence with you.

This dream has been brewing for over four years, since the day I first sat down to a record my first episode.  In the process of creating my dreams, I've observed that there are stages.  It usually starts with hiding the seed of an idea in the dark as long as possible because revealing it, while thrilling, is also terrifying.  If that sounds familiar, you're on the right track!

In today's episode, we not only celebrate the reveal of the Sanctuary, but also the grit, guts and gorgeousness that go into creating big dreams. 

Enjoy the episode, and I hope to see you soon inside The Sanctuary!

Additional Links From The Show: 

• The Come To Your Senses Episode Library
• Episode 154: The Practice That's Changing My Life
• Liz Gilbert's Letters From Love 
• The Sanctuary

FREE PRIVATE PODCAST COLLECTION: Discover how the power of beauty can bring healing to our minds, strength to our hearts, and transformation to our world in my new audio collection: In Celebration of Beauty.

I love a scavenger hunt, so to celebrate the opening to The Sanctuary, our new community which opens on Wednesday June 12th, I'm sharing clues to heighten the anticipation. To get a sneak preview of The Sanctuary, click here. 

FREE PRIVATE PODCAST COLLECTION: Discover how the power of beauty can bring healing to our minds, strength to our hearts, and transformation to our world in my new audio collection: In Celebration of Beauty.