Mastering Love with Christina Weber

Sona Tatoyan is a first-generation Syrian-Armenian-American actor/writer/producer with bases in Los Angeles, Berlin, Syria, and Armenia. Bridging cultures and having experienced numerous wars, her wisdom runs deep and her stories are captivating. In 2019 she traveled to her family's home in Syria which had been abandoned following the 2011 Syrian civil war. There she discovered her great-great grandfather's shadow puppets in a trunk in the attic while missiles continued to shoot overhead. The shadow puppets spoke to her, inspiring healing, reflection, and progression. Intending to share what transpired during her recent visit to Syria, Sona has written an Immersive Multimedia Theatrical Experience, titled Azad ("free" in Armenian). It's a personal tale of "one woman's magical, multi-generational, healing journey from the Armenian Genocide to the Syrian war." In this episode, you'll learn about the legendary 1001 Nights, Sona's journey to healing herself, and how darkness & light dance together. If in Los Angeles, make sure to check out Azad, showing at the Pico Playhouse on April 21-23, 2022. Use promo code WEDEEPEN and get tickets at wedeepen.com.

Oren Harris is a master transformational coach, a spiritual teacher, and a pioneer on the leading edge of human consciousness. He is one of the world’s leading experts on flow states and helps leaders, high performers, entrepreneurs, and creatives awaken their infinite potential, tap into flow and intuition, and have a profound impact on the planet through the full expression of their own unique gifts.   Oren was enrolled as WeDeepen's startup coach from 2019 to 2020. Listen as Christina catches up with Oren following the challenges of a global pandemic created for WeDeepen, a mainly in-person events & promotions network.    Christina receives coaching around an early-stage startup hiring decision and asks for support in how to resolve conflict that eroded after giving away co-founder titles.   

Live from the Unleash! Transformational Festival, Christina and Jorge explore BDSM and sexuality with Francesca Gentille.

Francesca Gentille is a Certified Clinical Sexologist and Initiated Shaman. Her work inspires transformation by combining the science and soul of sexuality.

For over 20 years, Francesca has empowered thousands around the world to reclaim spark, bridge sexual differences, heal from trauma, and deepen self-love. She's an expert in the field of integrating sexuality, consciousness, healing, Tantra, Conscious Non-Monogamy, and the use of BDSM as a therapeutic modality.

Francesca is a professor at the International Institute of Clinical Sexology, where she is studying to receive her Ph.D. She has conducted workshops and presented at conferences in the United States, Netherlands, Italy, Malta, Israel, England, Ireland, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and England.

Her training has included Non-Violent Communication, Somatic Sexology, Psychology, Shamanism, Clinical Sexology, Health Education, Conscious BDSM, Therapeutic Tantra, Psychodrama, Jungian Psychotherapy, and Eco-Spirituality.

She is a quoted expert in books such as Esther Perel's "State of Affairs," Dr. Judy Kuriansky's "The Idiot´s Guide to Tantric Sex," and co-author/editor of "The Marriage of Sex & Spirit," "Mono in a Poly World¨ by Taxmyn Ozga, and contributing author to "The Jealousy Workbook; Exercises and Insights for Managing Open Relationships."

Where did you learn marriage? Derek Hart has been helping couples on the brink of divorce repair their relationships for 31 years. At the inaugural RelateFest in Miami, a room full of people who intend to thrive in love were blown away by the teachings of Derek Hart. Listen to this podcast to find out why.

How do you connect with angels?

Vanessa Esterwold's passing shook loved ones and the "LA-Conscious Community" at large. She lost her life in what appears to be a tragic love story.

Christina and Vanessa shared kinship through WeDeepen and Feminine Weapon. They supported each other through their dating journeys.

Vanessa was a regular at WeDeepen's Dating & Meditating. The two loved talking about love. Vanessa volunteered for Feminine Weapon Day, a fundraiser for children in underserved communities to receive art & healing programs.

Listen as Christina and one of Vanessa's best guy friends rockstar, Christopher Leyva, reflect on Vanessa's life and how she now guides them as an angel above. By way of their connection and in sharing Vanessa's story, her legacy lives on.

We love you, Vanessa!

Dr. Thyonne Gordon is an accomplished social managing expert, writer and producer. Her work with 501c3 organizations, including Tiffany Haddish's She Ready Foundation, has created growth-oriented businesses, strong board governance, productive teams and sustainable fundraising strategies. She has empowered hundreds of organizations and humans nationwide. With a passion for youth development, Dr. Gordon worked with South Central youth organization A Place Called Home implementing a music collaboration with Berklee College of Music in Boston and the first of its kind, David and Linda Shaheen Scholarship, encouraging unlikely youth to consider higher education. Her work with CoachArt Organization, mentoring chronically ill youth in the arts and athletics, grew the organization from a local to regional scope servicing over 1,400 children annually. Dr. Gordon is currently the executive director of She Ready Foundation, the beneficiary of the 9th Annual Feminine Weapon Day. Christina and Dr. Gordon recap the event, share stories about the foster care system and how you can make a difference in the lives of children who live in underserved communities. Listen to find out how you can help.

Murray Hidary is a multi-disciplinary artist and tech pioneer. His stories are fascinating and his work is inspiring. Always pushing boundaries and guided by a strong desire to help people find their purpose, Murray is touring the acclaimed immersive musical experience MindTravel across the globe. Over the past five years, he's created over 500 MindTravel experiences for over 100,000 people in cities from Los Angeles to London, Paris to Pittsburgh, Berlin to Boulder; in venues such as Lincoln Center, The Theater at the Ace Hotel, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Grace Cathedral, and The National Arts Club. Listen to learn more about MindTravel and hear Murray's fascinating life stories.

EXPLICIT: The 9th Annual Feminine Weapon Day benefit took place at a mystical home in downtown Los Angeles. Since 2014, people have been gathering on January 30th to honor the power of femininity and co-creation, in benefit of children who are in need of care. Limited to just 50 people, the sold-out event was a one-night-only interactive theater, "The Space Between Stories."

The raved-about evening began with the group watching the sunset on a rooftop overlooking the city while two World Cup Winning fencers spared to music playing from a rare instrument called, the Ambox. If that wasn't enough to inspire chatter, magician Chad Nelson made his rounds for an extra later of wow.

At dusk, participants were guided through a mysterious silver door and into a whimsical world where ceremony and art came to life. Already connected through shared experience, people further bonded over heartfelt performances, a one-of-a-kind auction, and delicious food by Top Vegan Chef, Nicole Derseweh. No nobody objected to the event being booze-free. What touched every heart was a fireside chat with Christina and the executive director of She Ready Foundation, Dr. Thyonne Gordon. The group learned about issues with the foster care system, and how they can help ease the pain so many children experience on a daily basis. Proceeds from Feminine Weapon Day benefit at-risk youth and children in underserved communities to receive Art & Healing programs, like the ones WeDeepen presents for grownups, adjusted for kids.

At the time of this recording, the 9th Annual event raised $8K for the She Ready Foundation from ticket sales, donations, and the auction. In total and through the years, Feminine Weapon Day has raised over $73,000.

In this podcast WeDeepen guide, Amber J and Christina recap Feminine Weapon Day. After they recap, Amber J reflects on the time that she contracted a "Shibari Shaman" to live with her for a month. It's an experience she said offered her healing, understanding, and preparation for meeting her King. While listening notice the feelings and thoughts that arise. If inspired, email feedback to [email protected]. We'd love to hear if and how you resonate or not.

Do you know about Feminine Weapon Day? It's January 30th. Since 2014, communities in New York City and Los Angeles have been gathering on Feminine Weapon Day to celebrate the power of femininity and co-creation. The event benefits children who are in need of guidance and care. Meet the associate producer of Deepen with Christina, Jorge Torres. Jorge and Christina discuss the origins of Feminine Weapon, the power of the day, and how the 9th annual event will be celebrated on January 30th, 2022.

Maya McClean and Michael Easterling are guiding Chakra Healing Jungle Retreats in Tulum, Mexico. The two met while swimming with sharks. Both have led expansive lives, Maya once a singer & dancer with Prince, and Michael, having studied religion & spirituality in childhood, discovered purpose in their union. Working together, they provide focus on healing and activating your Chakras through music, nature, indigenous healing modalities, play and connection. Listen to hear their unique perspectives on the world at large and why their work is important to pay attention to. Use referral code WEDEEPEN to register for Chakra Healing Jungle Retreats at wedeepen.com/calendar.