The Muse's Lab

One might say I’m finally talking about pleasure in detail…

Inspired by a podcast clip on sex magic, the category of pleasure came to me and wouldn’t let me go. In this episode, I go back to the beginning of what brought me into the category of pleasure from the Say It With Sex era to The Muse’s Lab evolution. I also share how I define pleasure beyond penetration—a core theme within The Lab—as well as three ways I define the category of pleasure itself.

Additionally, I sprinkle in some distinctions and open the door to discuss a key framework in The Lab, The Five Stages of Pleasure.

This is a quick trip, but grab a notebook if you’re a notetaker, along with your fave drink and a little snack.

Let’s ride!

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00:00 What Pleasure Means

01:16 Welcome and Origin Story

03:41 Beyond Penetration

07:06 Three Pillars of Pleasure

08:15 Pleasure as a Praxis

10:07 Pleasure Mapping Rituals

12:08 Pleasure as Values

14:13 Why This Topic Now

14:54 Sex Magic Context

17:31 DNA Consent and Ethics

22:39 Binding Spells Warning

26:19 Practical Daily Pleasure

29:21 Oracle Deck and Closing

It’s been a minute, but I’m back and inspired by a social media trend that had me rehash my days as an Indie Author. The community's outrage pushed me to finally talk about my experience of being unpublished twice by faux friends who, at the time, had small followings.

I share my journey to becoming TheAuthorLT aka L.T. Robinson, what I learned in the face of being unpublished, and how I chose to move forward (and possibly republish my work).

Be prepared for this adventure with a stress ball, a good cuppa tea, and an open mind.

Video Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Muse's Lab

00:35 Podcast Goes Video

02:07 Netflix Trend Setup

04:44 Author Origin Story

05:24 Early Writing Roots

08:50 Fast Forward to 2012

12:31 Turning Script Into Novel

18:08 Publishing Lessons Learned

26:19 Royalties Reality Check

27:26 Book Two Roadblock

30:48 New Imprint New Hope

34:07 Unpublished Again

38:05 Reclaiming My Name

41:49 Closing Thanks and Next Steps

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By now, if you're on social media, you've heard about Megan Thee Stallion’s breakup. Adjacent to that, there's a lot of chatter about parasocial relationships (cause we always ride for Meg) and the risk of putting your relationship on display. In this adventure, I explore why so many of us were invested in Meg’s happiness, the infinite disdain of men playing in women's faces, and a reframe on loving loud and feverishly. Can you embrace your "lover girl era" bravely? Deep dive with me.

Key Episode Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to Muse's Lab

00:35 Meg Breakup Context

02:49 Parasocial Relationships Defined

05:48 Influencer Perspective

08:25 Why We Rooted

13:32 Nonmonogamy Fallout

15:15 Men Defend Men

20:25 Manifesting Fear Loop

25:08 Misled Not Wrong

31:51 Reframing Embarrassment

35:23 Why Men Cheat Down

39:55 Dating for Social Currency

48:48 Parasocial Relationships as Inspiration

58:21 Stop Policing Your Happiness

01:00:24 Closing

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Welcome back to another adventure at The Muse's Lab Pod.

This episode was inspired by two posts, one from Farha Khalidi and Elianne the @tiwtchy.witch who, in their own way, brought up key points about heauxism as a derogatory label and the push for modesty through the privatization of sex.

Both posts highlight Queen Jezebel and led me down a path of exploration.

In this podcast, you'll find references to the following:

"Divesting from Sexual Liberation"

"The Devil is the Lie to Keep You Unaccountable"

"Can Women be Misogynistic?"

"Finding Pleasure" - Soul Chat with Ebony M. Tutora (start at 20:50 for the reframe of coincidence)

Chapters in this episode

00:00 Welcome and Trigger Warning

01:36 OnlyFans Debate and Jezebel Label

04:46 Jezebel as Queen Reframed

08:42 Patriarchy and Biblical Propaganda

11:21 Good Girl Rules and Resentment

13:54 Sex Energy and Celibacy Myths

21:51 Wise Woman Witch Rebrand

25:14 Access Entitlement and Sovereignty

29:03 Reclaiming Jezebel as Power

34:36 Closing and Final Takeaway

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Shout out to consistency!

In this episode, I take a look at love, romance, and safety from the perspective of an ADHDer, who’s been out of the dating scene for some years. Inspired by ADHD content creator Brittany Elizabeth, I challenged the old adage of love feeling like “butterflies” and called flag on the play. Tying those butterflies to some of my most harmful experiences, I share my journey to how I’m reframing dating, what good feels like in a potential partner, and how certain friendships serve as a great foundation to write a new intimate path.

Chapters and Timestamps

00:00 Welcome to Muse Lab

00:41 Consistency and Creativity

02:05 ADHD Brain Downloads

09:24 Dating as a Challenge

14:54 Butterflies Are a Red Flag

16:44 Family Roots and Cycles

24:24 Transactional Love Lessons

31:15 Toxic Relationships and Safety

38:00 Rewriting Dating Patterns

41:06 Words Create Reality

42:58 Quantum Leap Through Speech

44:22 Dating Prophecies Come True

47:04 ADHD Reframing Identity

54:43 Butterflies Versus Safety

55:29 Defining Safe Love

01:04:52 Raising the Bar Saying No

01:11:01 Butterflies Are Moths

01:13:57 Onward to the Next Adventure

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I’m back, muses!

In this episode, I share a bit of why I’ve been gone so long (TLDR; adulting is kicking my arse). The woes of corporate life once again, that still leave me overstimulated and under-creative. Life at peak adulting has left me touch-deprived, craving intimacy, and wrestling with how to date, socialize, and rebuild a social life after years of focusing on getting back into a stable place in my life. However, the biggest theme for this year: my desire for a lover/devotee.

Tap in, as I get into the things.

Chapter Titles & Timestamps

00:00 Welcome to Muse’s Lab

00:35 Life Update and Day Job

05:02 Corporate Burnout and Creativity

07:38 Returning to Podcast Consistency

10:18 Touch Deprivation and Desire

11:36 Dating Reframe and Social Life

15:47 Why I Want a Lover

18:15 Devotee Standards and Provision

23:04 Breaking Old Attraction Patterns

29:32 Leveling Up Self Narrative

34:17 Onward to the Next Adventure

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And... we're... back!

This week's episode covers a touchy subject: relationships and new age spirituality. I'ma be honest, it's effin' up your romantic relationships. Concepts like soulmates, twin flames, and soul ties, not only complicate relationships, but often lead to toxic dynamics, unrealistic expectations, and a lack of accountability. I also get into how these concepts and thinking may prevent personal growth and offer space to reconsider applying these ideologies to your romantic life.

Can't wait for you to tap in!

Key Episode Chapters

01:26 The Impact of New Age Spirituality on Relationships

05:57 Understanding Karmic Lessons

09:20 Debunking Twin Flames and Soul Ties

15:12 Navigating Relationship Expiration Dates

17:39 The Pitfalls of Perfectionism in Relationships

29:10 The Role of Self-Awareness in Dating

32:32 The Problem with New Age Spiritual Terminology

38:47 Rethinking Love Languages

43:00 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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Here's another mini audio journal.

As a caregiver, I've become contemplative about myself, my mental health, and how that impacts the future me. For National Minority Mental Health Month, I address the stigmas in the Black community, while also bringing some context to why we're here in the first place. I share my real time experience navigating mental health challenges with my elders and myself.

Be sure to check out NAMI for more information.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to The Muse's Lab

00:35 Personal Reflections and Content Warning

02:04 Caregiving Challenges and Family Dynamics

04:38 Mental Health in Black Communities

10:47 Understanding and Managing ADHD

16:44 Navigating Corporate Spaces with ADHD

22:45 The Importance of Mental Health Conversations

26:05 Caregiving Exhaustion and Elderly Stubbornness

40:21 Preparing for the Future

44:08 Final Thoughts and Reflections

50:51 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

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Welcome back to another episode of The Muse's Lab Pod!

I must say, it's been a while since I had an episode turned therapy session, but I've been quite reflective of my past dating experiences and wanted to talk through them.

In this week's adventure, I dive into the complexities of dating, reflect on some of my past relationships, share the lessons I've learned along the way, as well as some challenges I'm still working through.

We also get into my experiences with being and becoming a "bookmark" in someone's life and how to recognize when someone (or you) places you there.

In this episode, I reference season 4, episode 8: How to be Your Own Bestie and season 3, episode 12: Musing the Nuances of Friendships.

Chapters in this Episode:

00:35 Introduction to the Podcast

01:12 Navigating Relationship Dynamics

02:38 Personal Reflections on Dating

04:21 Challenges of Self-Disclosure

06:12 Hyperfocus and Relationship Realizations

08:21 The Last Relationship

14:12 High Standards and Self-Worth

22:37 Ghosts of Relationships Past

25:24 Realizing Self-Worth and Rejecting Labels

25:58 The Libra Experience: A Personal Anecdote

26:53 Understanding the Concept of Being a 'Stash'

28:31 The Impact of Allowing Yourself to Be Bookmarked

32:16 Rebuilding Confidence and Self-Value

35:30 The Dangers of Compromising Non-Negotiables

41:21 Final Thoughts: Standing Firm on Your Standards

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Welcome back to another episode of The Muse's Lab Podcast!

In this adventure, I unpack my feelings around community engagement, civic duty, and re-engaging with a community that has harmed me. While exploring this personal journey, I talk about the complexities of being a disruptor in a space that often resists change, as well as the importance of reciprocity in a space of activism and the exhaustion that comes with trying to be impactful in a community that hasn't always been supportive. Rock with me as I navigate a myriad of unhealed feelings in audio form.

Chapters in this episode:

00:00 Navigating Community Engagement Challenges

03:29 Reflections on Personal Community Involvement

06:16 The Impact of Life Changes on Community Service

09:08 The Desire for Reciprocity in Giving

12:11 Career Paths and Community Contributions

14:44 The Struggles of Being a Disruptor

17:35 The Challenge of Re-engaging with Community

20:46 The Complexity of Community Dynamics

23:30 Finding Balance in Community Service

26:30 The Exhaustion of Community Commitment

29:28 Navigating Power Dynamics in Community

32:31 The Internal Conflict of a Disruptor

35:01 The Challenge of Positive Thinking

37:48 The Fear of Community Engagement

40:50 Utilizing Skills for Real Impact

43:38 Conclusion and Call to Action

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