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Have you ever felt that a traditional relationship style wasn’t for you? Due to societal norms, many of us have been taught to find a partner, get married, move in together, and stay together until death. This relationship model does not work for everyone which is why this week we are exploring unconventional relationship styles with journalist and publisher Amy Gahran! 

Through the lived experience of 1500 people, Amy’s book “Stepping Off The Relationship Escalator” gives insight into unconventional relationships and what exploring options outside of traditional relationships looks like. In this episode we dive deep into the 5 main themes of the traditional relationships escalator, why it is important to get clear on what you desire in relationships, and how you can begin to explore an unconventional relationship. 

This is a must-listen for everyone, not just those desiring a different relationship style. Keep an open mind as you are gaining awareness in this informational episode and make sure to tag us on Instagram with your takeaways!

In this week’s episode, we discuss:

[01:20] About Amy Gahran

[02:15] What led Amy to write a book about relationships

[08:53] “Stepping Off The Relationship Escalator” includes the lived experience of 1500 people

[11:55] What resources are available for people looking outside of traditional relationships?

[14:03] Getting clear on what you desire in relationships

[16:52] The hierarchy in traditional relationships

[19:43] The 5 main themes of the traditional relationships escalator

[29:18] Unconventional relationship styles are not just something that younger people are drawn to

[33:40] We live in a very couple-centric society

[35:37] Bringing awareness to unconventional relationships

[37:11] “Other people’s hearts are not your crash test dummies”

[43:58] Two of Amy’s favorite dates

Connect with Amy:

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Today marks the two-year anniversary of The Down and Dirty Podcast so let’s celebrate! Over the last two years, this podcast has been a judgment-free zone for people to talk about sex, relationships, and so much more. We have featured the most amazing guest experts who have given us advice that everyone could take and apply to their lives and relationships. 

As a thank you, I want to give away two free coaching sessions! Make sure to look for my post on Instagram @celestemooreimage and comment why you think you would benefit from a coaching session from me. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for being a listener.

In this week’s episode we discuss:

[01:29] Today marks the second anniversary of The Down and Dirty Podcast!

[02:25] The importance of having a judgment-free zone

[03:48] I would love to hear from you

[04:24] Go back and listen to all of the incredible guest episodes

[06:09] My gift to you - win a private coaching session!

Have you ever felt utterly and completely stuck? Maybe it was in a relationship, chasing a dream, or navigating the relentless waves of life. Feeling stuck is a universal part of our journey and it is often in these raw unfiltered moments where we find our strength and path forward. 

In this week’s episode, I wanted to get raw, real, and vulnerable with you around why it is important to seek support when you feel alone, the importance of following your intuition, and why you do not have to have everything “figured out” by a certain age. And as a reminder, The Down and Dirty podcast is a place to connect on a human-to-human level - I am here to support and guide you!

In this week’s episode we discuss:

[01:38] Do you remember the last time you felt utterly stuck?

[05:24] Asking for help is not a sign of weakness but of strength

[07:54] The importance of perseverance, grit, strength, and vulnerability

[09:09] Following your intuition

[10:58] Surrounding yourself with like-minded people

[12:15] Age is just a number, you do not have to have it all figured out

[14:18] There are always ways to find support when you need it

As a researcher and educator around men’s emotional well-being, Brendan Kwiatkowski is here to help break the stigma around men's emotional expression. Unfortunately, men have been taught to suppress and restrict their most vulnerable emotions, leaving them disconnected from themselves. 

Join us as Brendan shares about the social pressures that men face, the impact of connecting with your inner child, and the importance of emotional intelligence. This conversation is full of eye-opening insights that everyone can benefit from and is a must-listen!

In this week’s episode, we discuss:

[02:04] About Brendan Kwiatkowski

[03:20] What led Brendan to become a researcher and educator 

[06:25] Suicide and hopelessness

[08:41] The amount of pressure on men

[11:54] Emotional expression in men and women

[15:51] The 3 different masculine pressures to fit in 

[21:43] Tapping into your authenticity 

[26:08] Navigating gender roles in society

[31:25] Connecting with your inner child

[36:17] The importance of checking in with ourselves

[40:31] Holding space for distress

[44:26] Emotional dysregulation around past wounds

[47:22] Emotional intelligence

[54:19] One of Brendan's favorite dates

Connect with Brendan:

Website 

Instagram

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Building a personal brand isn’t just helpful in your business, it is important in every area of your life. When you are connected to who you truly are and it is conveyed in your style, body language, and the colors you’re wearing, this allows you to be your best self! In this week's episode, I am sharing why building a personal brand is so important and how working with an image consultant can help empower you to become who you desire to be. Join me in this episode as I share practical tools & takeaways from my 17 years of experience!

In this week’s episode we discuss:

[02:18] Personal branding is a representation of oneself

[06:36] We want a similar personal brand in every area of life

[07:50] The psychology behind a color analysis

[09:03] Learning what fits your body type

[09:49] The importance of body language

[11:54] The significance of color

[13:32] Self-empowerment and personal branding

Navigating mid-life and aren’t sure where to turn? Unfortunately, the lack of education around this time of a woman’s life has left many feeling confused, frustrated, and unsupported. Luckily today we are joined by female hormone expert Bria Gadd for an episode all around supporting our hormonal health during perimenopause and menopause. 

Join us as we dive into a conversation around educating ourselves on midlife issues, what happens in the body during perimenopause, the four phases of women's cycles and their effects on sex, and how we can support each other through this process. Although this episode is full of wisdom for women, men can learn a lot about this season of life for the women in their lives as well.

Let this episode be a reminder that it is important to prioritize our health and that we can feel good despite these hormonal changes!

In this week’s episode, we discuss:

[02:05] About Bria Gadd

[03:44] What drove Bria to work with perimenopause and postmenopausal women? 

[10:38] How can we educate ourselves on midlife issues?

[13:36] The difference between perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause

[17:08] “Menopause is our second spring”

[19:35] Two major things are happening in the body during perimenopause 

[25:08] Two reasons why we get stuck with weight and symptoms in perimenopause

[31:04] Four phases of the infradian rhythm and their effect on sex

[37:24] Supporting each other through this transition

[44:34] Bria’s process - addressing the four main pillars of our lives

[49:42] The importance of prioritizing our health and feeling good

[55:00] Bria’s favorite date

Connect with Bria:

Website 

Instagram

Facebook

Podcast

YouTube

Free Daily Hormone Checklist

In this week’s episode, I tackle your questions regarding image, sex, and dating! From exploring things outside of your comfort zone to the importance of sexual compatibility in relationships,  this episode covers a variety of topics that you won’t want to miss. Remember to embrace your authenticity, take care of your mental health, and put your best foot forward in dating!

Please reach out and tell us your thoughts about the Q&A over on Instagram @celestemooreimage and don’t forget to rate and review if you love the podcast!

In this week’s episode we discuss:

[02:35] Question 1: (Gavin) - What role does fashion play in personal branding?

[05:13] Question 2: (Jerome) - How do you navigate consent in a casual relationship?

[06:40] Question 3: (Levi) - What is one thing that everyone should try at least once in their dating life? 

[08:09] Question 4: (Chris) - How has the conversation around mental health changed in recent years? 

[10:26] Question 5: (Daren) - What's the most unexpected lesson you've learned from past relationships?

[12:39] Question 6: (Casey) - How do you maintain individuality while in a long-term relationship?

[14:56] Question 7: (Philip) - What is the key to a successful first date?

[18:04] Question 8: (Doug) - How important is sexual compatibility in relationships?

Sexologist and sex coach for men Taylor Johnson joins us this week for an informative conversation around men's sex lives. Whether you are looking to improve your sex life or you have specific struggles that you deal with, this episode is for you! Taylor shares with us practical tools for premature ejaculation, how semen retention can help you in various areas of life, and the importance of men’s groups.

Taylor also shares his struggle with porn addiction and how his life looks on the other side of it. If you’re looking to thrive in your sex life - make sure to tune in!

In this week’s episode, we discuss:

[02:07] About Taylor Johnson

[02:45] What led Taylor down the path of helping men in their sex lives?

[05:25] Practical tools for premature ejaculation?

[12:17] Having sex without the goal of orgasm & semen retention

[18:11] The impact of learning how to relax more deeply

[23:35] The sexually stimulating aspect of porn & porn addiction

[33:16] The financial impact of eliminating porn

[39:07] What shifted Taylor into a new way of living?

[43:04] The importance of men’s groups

[48:20] Taylor's favorite date

Connect with Taylor:

Website 

Instagram

Podcast

Free 7-Day Semen Retention Challenge

Has a sexual mishap happened to you? In this episode, I am sharing 10 lighter sexual mishaps to show you that sex happens, life happens, and sometimes we just need to laugh it off! If you’ve ever said the wrong name during sex, tried to explore something new sexually and it wasn’t what you thought, or were interrupted during sex - you’re going to relate to these mishaps. 

Tune into this fun episode and make sure to leave a 5-star review and share what you thought about these mishaps with me over on Instagram @celestemooreimage.

In this week’s episode we discuss:

[02:20] What is the most common sexual mishap?

[03:26] Sex injuries in certain positions

[04:27] The funniest interruption during sex

[05:29] Saying the wrong name during sex

[06:21] Condom mishaps

[07:26] Mood killer during sex

[07:59] Losing something vaginally

[09:04] Sex myth

[09:48] Sex experiment gone wrong

[10:36] Laugh induced sex mishap

Sexual wellness is not something that most of us have grown up talking about and even as adults, we often carry shame around our sexual lives. Sexologist Emily Duncan is here to break the stigma and spark conversations all around our sexual health! Join us as we dive into discussing STIs with a partner, the benefits of self-pleasure, and how to start talking about kinks. This conversation inspires us to start communicating about sexual wellness and speak up about what we like and don’t like. 

I learned so much throughout this episode and I know there will be many juicy and practical takeaways for you too. And as Emily reminds us in this episode, when it comes to sex, make sure to try everything twice - because you never know if you’ll enjoy it more the second time around!

In this week’s episode, we discuss:

[02:02] About Emily Duncan

[03:36] What led Emily down the path of sexology? 

[07:23] When should you discuss STIs with a partner?

[10:00] How often should you get tested for STIs?

[13:09] Destigmatizing STIs 

[15:05] Pelvic pain

[18:35] Anal sex and trying everything twice

[20:44] Sexual exploration and communication

[24:23] Practicing mindfulness

[26:15] The benefits of self-pleasure

[31:24] The importance of communicating your sexual needs

[34:33] The benefits of working with a sexologist 

[36:10] Building arousal

[39:40] How to talk to partners about kinks

[44:32] Emily’s favorite date

Connect with Emily:

Website 

Instagram

Podcast

Episode with Celeste 

Yes, No, Maybe Kink List