With an Australian upbringing and growing up in a masculine household, he hadn't hugged his father in 30 years. "I love you" was not a phrase shared in the home, creating a disconnection to intimate relationships and an aversion to transparency. At 42, James was ready to explore the depths of what it meant to be truly seen. His journey is ongoing and oftentimes uncomfortable, but there's no turning back. His commitment to growth is not only beautiful, but incredibly inspiring. Take a listen!

James Swanwick is an Australian-American investor, entrepreneur, speaker, the CEO of Swanwick Sleep and creator of blue-light blocking glasses Swannies, which help people sleep better. Forbes also listed James as one of 25 Professional Networking Experts to Watch in 2015.

"Intimacy is allowing someone the space to be emotionally naked." You want healthy relationships, right? We all do! And this isn't just about romantic partnerships either. Mel and Kaleo have this whole 'conscious relationship' thing down and today they are going to share some tools that have worked for them to connect deeper to to not only each other, but to themselves first.

Melanie Wassman is a Holistic Nutritionist, yoga instructor, creator of Spell Botanicals Natural Skincare and health coach who owns a Yoga Oceanside. Together with her husband Kaleo Wassman of the band Pepper, and founder of Law Records, they created Rebel & Muse, a lifestyle brand bringing inspiration to the world via their podcast, yoga + music retreats, and workshops. You can find out more about them at www.rebelandmuse.com and on Instagram @rebelandmuse and @spellbotanicals.

Dating apps. Ghosting. Sexual energy exchange. Disconnected connection. Scarcity. He can't look you in the eyes. You can't take in his breath. You're naked and bare in the bedroom, yet your soul is clothed in fear and judgement.

How do we consciously date with intention, confidently speak our truth and become the partner we desire to attract? Tune in for some juicy goodness!

Natrishka Pather is reinventing Sex Ed.

She is the Author of Conscious Erotica - The Jungle Edition. An Audiobook series that addresses sexual taboos, judgments, and social blockages through provocative true stories and fantasies. Woven through her stories are vocabulary upgrades, tips towards recreating sexual blueprints and active takeaways to input into our sacred sex lives.

Natrishka is a Yoni Educator, Restorative Yoga Guide, Multidimensional Healing/Movement Artist and Mother of one amazing daughter.

You can find her on Instagram @natrishka and Facebook @natrishkanatrishka. YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/durbanblazer

Dr. Jeremy Goldberg is on a mission to make the world better than it was yesterday. He's a writer, speaker, mentor, maker of rad swag and an expert in behavior change. He's driven by the question - what if kindness was cool? Um, yes please! He is also the founder of LONG DISTANCE LOVE BOMBS, one of my favorite places to browse inspiration with a serious dose of vulnerability and realness. In today's episode, we're talking about how we can show up BIGGER and create a better world, starting small and staying consistent in our intentions. Jeremy dives in to his own journey and the fact that vulnerability is not something that gets easier, yet it's something that offers freedom to inspire and empower others to love their mess. Listen, life is not all unicorns and rainbows. Sometimes, as Jeremy says, life f*cking SUCKS. And that is okay! It's not about how you got to your destination but the journey you face day-to-day. And regardless of where you stand in your life right now, there is always a choice point to shift your reality and inspire kindness. Check him out at www.longdistancelovebombs.com and on Instagram @longdistancelovebombs.

Laura Trozzi is the Founder and CEO of Branching Out, a leadership development and coaching company on a mission to help people and teams be at their best, consistently. In today's episode we're digging into GENDER ROLES and Personality Types, which is absolutely fascinating to me! Have you ever heard of the MBTI test (Myers-Briggs Type Indicator)? I absolutely LOVE this tool for discovering HOW and WHY people are the way they are - and more importantly, how to best support and collaborate with different personalities! Check it out, Laura is a wealth of knowledge. Find out more about her coaching programs at: https://lauratrozzi.wixsite.com/branchingout

Cole Bombino is a Love Coach, Healer, and Love Intuitive. She has coached thousands of clients around the world, and has been the spark to open up their hearts so they can finally have the love that they desire. She has an incredible capacity to love and is recognized for her ability to teach others how to tap into their power. She is a graduate and Coach of the M. E. School of Flow (Manifesting plus Empathic Intuition), a Certified Health Coach through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, and a Certified Yoga Instructor.

Her mission on this earth is to teach humans how to love - themselves and others. Through her healing and intuitive gifts, she guides individuals to step into their full power and joy so that they can love and live fully. Learn more at www.colebombino.com

Amy is a warrior! A champion of resilience and radical self love. In today's show, she shares her personal story of abuse, addiction and self sabotage. Although some of these memories harbor sadness and pain, she's risen above to find gratitude in it all. She is dedicated to empowering others to climb out of their victim stories and begin to live life FULLY, despite circumstances. She is a true example of what it means to fall and get up again... and again... and again... Connect with Amy at www.amydalton.org, find her on Instagram at @amyddanger and be sure to listen to her Ted Talk here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGbuCmuTJHg

In today's episode, Sheree tells her story from a place of courage and raw vulnerability. From sexual abuse to forgiveness and empowerment - she's baring her soul, no apologies. Everyone comes from somewhere and while the path may appear different, the truth is, we are all messy and THAT is what makes us unique, beautiful and perfectly imperfect.