How much pleasure do you allow in your life? This may seem like a simple question, but for most people who are stuck in the everyday grind, taking the time to be fully present and actually experience joy in their lives can be a foreign concept.

Experiencing joy is essential to the human experience, and our happiness and well-being are dependent on it. So why do we often prioritize completing tasks, working, and keeping ourselves busy instead of focusing on pleasure? In today's episode, Raven shares how we can invite more pleasure into our lives, both inside and outside the bedroom, and how this can transform not only the way we navigate the world but also serve as a means to regulate the nervous system.

Simple acts like laughter, connecting with nature, or engaging in physical activities can dissolve stress and bring us a sense of fulfilment and peace. 

Key takeaways from this episode:
- [01:20] Exploring Pleasure Tolerance
- [02:54] Pleasure Beyond the Bedroom
- [04:14] The Importance of Foreplay and Connection
- [06:13] Prioritizing Pleasure in Life
- [10:22] Balancing Pain and Pleasure
- [15:25] Techniques for Enhanced Lovemaking
- [26:54] Expanding the Definition of Lovemaking

Quotes from Episode:

“No matter what kind of day I had, as soon as I would reconnect with Dusty, my horse, and go for a ride in nature, everything would just disappear.”

"Pleasure is the best nervous system regulator."

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