E-427 | Inner Voice with Dr. Foojan Zeine & Dr. Coralina Chiriac — Exploring Sexuality, Trauma Healing & Intimacy Welcome to Inner Voice: A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan Zeine — a transformative and deeply insightful conversation featuring Dr. Coralina Chiriac, Integrative Psychotherapist, Supervisor, Trainer, and Co-Founder of the Romanian Association of Integrative Psychotherapy. Together, they explore the psychology of sexuality, healing from trauma, and reconnecting with intimacy, desire, and self-love through a holistic lens. 💬 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ How trauma impacts intimacy and sexual connection ✔️ Why sexuality is a skill that can be learned and cultivated ✔️ Cultural shame, taboos, and the myths around sex ✔️ How to reignite passion in long-term relationships ✔️ The importance of self-desire, self-flirtation, and sexual hygiene ✔️ Communication tools for partners to build intimacy ✔️ How awareness, mindfulness, and somatic healing create deeper connection 🕒 Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction: Dr. Foojan Zeine welcomes Dr. Coralina Chiriac 01:47 – Meet Dr. Coralina: Integrative psychotherapy, trauma expertise & teaching 06:23 – Why talk about sexuality in therapy? 08:05 – Shame, trauma & the vulnerability of intimacy 10:00 – Reconnecting with the body after emotional or sexual trauma 12:18 – Cultural taboos & the myth of “natural” sexual skill 14:52 – Sex as a skill: What ancient traditions taught us 16:20 – Desire as life energy & creative power 18:45 – The role of religion, guilt & repression 21:09 – Building intimacy through vulnerability & non-judgment 23:40 – Keeping the sexual spark alive in long-term relationships 25:54 – Scheduling sex & rediscovering curiosity 27:04 – Balancing closeness and individuality in couples 28:45 – Giving emotional fuel & making your partner feel desired 30:34 – “Flirt with yourself”: Building self-desire & confidence 33:00 – Self-love, body image & attraction 35:10 – Early relationship communication: How to talk about sex 37:02 – Eroticism vs. sexuality — finding pleasure in everyday life 38:30 – Beyond orgasm: The journey is the pleasure 40:20 – Why couples become “lazy” about sex & how to change that 42:04 – Healthy solo sexuality & self-connection 43:44 – Celebrating sex as a natural, vital human experience 45:15 – Closing reflections: Celebrate desire, honor your humanity 46:42 – Future collaboration & shared passion for integrative psychotherapy 47:49 – Learn more about Awareness Integration Therapy 🔍 SEO Keywords sex therapy, sexual healing, intimacy coaching, trauma recovery, somatic experiencing, EMDR, TRE exercises, self-love, body positivity, couple communication, relationship advice, female sexuality, male sexuality, mindfulness in relationships, cultural shame, libido, passion, awareness integration therapy, psychotherapy podcast, Dr. Foojan Zeine, Dr. Coralina Chiriac 🧠 About the Guests Dr. Foojan Zeine – Psychotherapist, Author, and Founder of the Awareness Integration Institute, integrating science, mindfulness, and personal growth for emotional well-being. 🌐 fujanzeine.com Dr. Coralina Chiriac – PhD, Integrative Psychotherapist, Trauma Specialist, Supervisor & Trainer, expert in Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, TRE®, and Integrative Psychotherapy. 🌐 www.coralinachiriac.com 🌺 Connect, Learn & Grow 💬 Subscribe for more heartfelt conversations: Inner Voice YouTube Channel 🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platforms 📲 Download the Fujon App to boost self-awareness, mindfulness & emotional health ❤️ Final Message Sexuality is not just an act — it’s a celebration of life, intimacy, and connection. Reclaim your desire, communicate with love, and nurture both your individuality and your partnership. Empower your inner voice. Reignite your passion. Live fully.