Permission to Be Enchanting

In today's episode, guest Julie Wood explains the importance of visualizing our wombs (or the energy of our wombs, if a woman has had a hysterectomy) as sacred vessels that carry the wisdom of our ancestors, as well as the connection to the Divine Feminine.

Julie is a Medicine Woman, Feminine Empowerment Coach and Family Constellations Facilitator. Her work originated from her own midlife call out of a 17-year career as an Advertising Executive in New York. She felt disconnected from her body and was about to lose her job when she followed her intuition to embark on a healing journey with her new partner across the globe in their two-door Jeep Rambler.

Clare and Julie discuss client success stories as well as their own ways of connecting with the wisdom of their wombs. It doesn't need to be complicated or take up loads of time to do.

Often misunderstood and stigmatized, orgasms are a natural and pleasurable part of human sexuality. In this enlightening episode, Naomi Harris, the Pleasure Naturopath, joins Clare Sente to explore the journey from pain and numbness to profound pleasure. Naomi talks about how we are conditioned from the start that sex is supposed to hurt the first time and how that conditioning keeps women from questioning why they continue to feel pain. She introduces her transformative techniques, including breathwork and mindful presence, to help overcome disconnection from the body and expand the capacity for pleasure.

Naomi is here to help us redefine both pleasure and orgasm, challenging us to move away from reliance on electric vibrators and instead focus on deeply connecting with and awakening our entire bodies. The good news is that by embracing this approach, we can experience orgasms in a wider array of sensations and locations within our bodies.

Pleasure is not a luxury; it's a necessity for well-being. In part two of our series, Dr. Nan Wise returns to take us deeper into the fascinating world of neuroscience and pleasure. As a psychotherapist, sex therapist, neuroscientist, and author, Dr. Wise explores the crucial role of pleasure in our lives. She breaks down the seven emotional instincts hardwired into humans, the brain's three levels, and the biopsychosocial model that shapes our experiences. From understanding defensive and affiliative circuits to exploring sex and gender brain development, this episode is packed with insights. Dr. Wise also shares practical strategies for setting boundaries, fostering self-love, and prioritizing healthy pleasures. Tune in to discover how inviting pleasure and play into your life can balance your emotions and enhance overall well-being. This engaging conversation offers profound insights into improving your well-being and navigating the complexities of modern life.

Clare Sente talks with fellow sex coach Nadia Lune about her work as a Queer and Gender Expansive Coach to help women and gender-expansive beings reclaim their power by reclaiming their sexuality. When rewriting our sexual story, we take a look at how our sexual story was given to us and whether the labels we hold are the labels that represent who we are and empower us.

They talk about embodiment, their retreat in the jungles of Costa Rica in 2022, and Nadia’s retreat she hosted in May. Nadia gives examples of how participants connecting with their sexuality helped them to speak up and make healthier choices after the retreat ended. Tune in and embark on the liberating journey of rewriting your sexual story, reclaiming your power, and crafting a future filled with intimacy and pleasure.

Connect with Nadia through her socials:

Website: www.nadialune.com

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsnadialune

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnadialune

Mastering our emotional instincts is key to unlocking a healthier and happier life. Join this episode as Dr. Nan Wise—a neuroscientist, a sex therapist, and author of the book, Why Good Sex Matters: Understanding the Neuroscience of Pleasure, for a Smarter, Happier, and More Purpose-Filled Life—explains about the Seven Basic Emotional Instincts wired into our human and mammal brains for survival: Care, Play, Lust, Fear, Rage, Panic/Grief and the overall one of "Seeking".

Care, Play, and Lust help us move towards pleasurable things. Fear, Rage, and Panic/Grief direct us away from negative or unsafe things. Having an understanding of these seven instincts and how there are three levels to the human brain helps us work our brain/mind better for a happier, more fulfilling life.

Nan began this journey of understanding her brain to help her manage her panic attacks and experiencing anxiety even in a room by herself to being interviewed on national television on the Today Show. The biggest takeaway from her research is that Pleasure is a Necessity, not a Luxury for health and well-being.

This episode is the first of a small mini-series with Dr. Nan focusing on pleasure, blocks to pleasure, and understanding how to work with your brain and body to create and experience more pleasure. Yes, Please!

So many women find it difficult to fully embrace their body and sexuality because of the weight of shame and societal expectations around sex. In this powerful episode, join Clare Sente in Season 4's premiere as she welcomes Laura Bogush, who carries on the legacy of sex educator Betty Dodson (Guru of Self Pleasure). Together, they explore the transformative power of self-pleasure, overcoming shame through vulnerability in women's circles, and the impact of Betty Dodson's groundbreaking Bodysex workshops. Dive deep into why pleasure is possible at any age, and discover how self-exploration and self-love are key to a fulfilling sex life. Plus, get details on a live Q&A with Laura, practical resources like Laura's workshops and facilitator training, and the inspiring stories of Laura and Betty Dodson's journeys to self-acceptance.

Wholistic Sex Educator and author of Women's Anatomy of Arousal: Secret Maps to Buried Pleasure, Sheri Winston talks with Clare Sente about teaching pleasure-centered sex ed for grown-ups. She coined the term, "FEN" = Female Erectile Network. Come learn about female anatomy related to great sex, you will never be able to look at a jumbo roll of paper towels the same way again! Sheri was featured on an episode of Strange Sex on the TLC channel. The episode was called Ms. Orgasm.

Warning: This episode contains explicit sexual content not meant for minors.

Ready for a journey that promises to uncover layers of pleasure you never knew existed? Join Clare Sente and "Intimacy Expert to Millions💋" Susan Bratton as they talk about orgasms and explore techniques to cultivate a variety of orgasmic experiences. Discover the secrets of Orgasmic Activation and Cross Training, and learn how to enhance your orgasmic potential with a partner. Susan, a best-selling author and publisher of 44 books and programs on better sex, shares the latest sex research on arousal and the pleasure pathways created in the brain. Understand that incredible orgasms are a learned skill that every woman can master. Don't miss this enlightening and empowering conversation on unlocking your full orgasmic potential.

Life can be pretty hectic that we unknowingly accumulate stress because we are too busy to acknowledge ourselves and our emotions. Then one day, we just burn out. How do we pick ourselves up from this crash? What resources can we reach to help? Join us for an intimate exploration of vulnerability and emotional resilience on this episode of our podcast. Clare Sente and Rachel Watson dive deep into personal experiences of burnout, stress cycles, and societal expectations, navigating the complex terrain of emotional struggles with raw honesty. From coping mechanisms and cultural perspectives on grief to the importance of self-compassion and setting aside time for emotional processing, Clare and Rachel share insights, reflections, and practical advice for embracing authenticity and living a fulfilling life aligned with our true selves. Tune in as we unpack the journey towards self-awareness and empowerment, reminding ourselves of the power of vulnerability in our pursuit of emotional well-being.

Embark on a fascinating journey into the depths of numerology, where the unique vibrational energies of numbers intertwine with our personal experiences, providing a mystical lens through which to understand the intricacies of life. In this episode, Clare Sente and Rachel Watson sit down with professional numerologist Felicia Bender to talk about what numerology is and how it can help us learn more about our life’s path and purpose. Similar to personality testing, it is a tool to offer insight into our choices and preferences, which can be very helpful when dealing with important relationships and understanding our world. Tune in to explore the mystical realm of numbers and gain a deeper understanding of the forces shaping your life.