Welcome to Episode 427 of the Sexology Podcast! Today, I’m excited to be joined by Catherine Auman, a marriage and family therapist with extensive expertise in Tantra. We look into the fascinating world of Tantra and its role in deepening intimacy, exploring how couples can move beyond routine interactions to cultivate more sensual and spiritual connections.

In this episode, Catherine shares her personal journey into Tantra, how she integrates it into couples therapy, and why it’s a transformative tool for fostering intimacy. We discuss the importance of embodiment, the challenge of transitioning from daily responsibilities into a sensual mindset, and practical beginner-friendly meditation techniques.

Catherine Auman, LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) is a spiritual psychotherapist and the Director of The Transpersonal Center in Los Angeles, California. She has advanced training in traditional psychology as well as the wisdom traditions. Catherine lived for a year at the Osho ashram in India – a full-time immersion in tantra and meditation – and she has studied and practiced tantra, love, sex, intimacy, and seduction with numerous teachers.

In this episode, you will hear:

● Catherine’s Journey into Tantra and Marriage & Family Therapy

● Understanding Tantra as a Path to Deepened Intimacy

● The Role of Embodiment in Sensual Awareness

● How Modern Culture Disconnects Us from Our Bodies

● Simple Tantric Practices to Bring Consciousness into the Body

● The Importance of Tuning Into Sensations Rather Than Focusing on Orgasm

● Yab-Yum: A Powerful Position for Heart-Centered Connection

● The Concept of Holding Space Without Performance Anxiety

● How Rituals Can Transform Intimate Experiences

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Podcast Produced by Pete Bailey

Welcome to Episode 426 of the Sexology Podcast! Today, I'm excited to be joined by Pauline Ryeland, an expert in Tantra, intimacy coaching, and libido work. Pauline shares her deep knowledge of Tantra as a way of life, explaining how we can use practices like eye gazing and breathwork to strengthen emotional and physical intimacy with our partners.

Pauline Ryeland, Intimacy Whisperer ® has been working as an Intimacy, Sex & Libido Coach & Educator for over 13 years. She is certified as a Somatic Sexological Body Worker, Tantra Teacher & Facilitator and a Master Trainer & Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and a Havening Techniques™ Trauma Specialist.

Pauline recently wrote a book titled, Empowered Conscious Sexuality - From Prude to Pleasure and works as a Transformational Coach and Leader, having worked with thousands of individuals and couples around challenges they may be experiencing with intimacy, sex, libido, relationships and everything in between. She is passionate about educating people in the bedroom and leading people to living their best lives.

In this episode, you will hear:

● The Power Of Eye Gazing In Creating Deeper Connection

● How Breathwork Can Enhance Intimacy And Arousal

● The Undressing Ceremony As A Sensual Prelude To Connection

● Overcoming The Initial Awkwardness Of Tantric Practices

● Using Tantric Breathing To Transition From Stress To Sensuality

● Rituals For Awakening Sexual Energy And Desire

● How To Address Low Libido Through Mindset And Practice

● Breaking Out Of Routine To Reignite Passion In Relationships

● Healing Emotional Blocks That Impact Sexual Intimacy

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Welcome to Episode 425 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I’m excited to be speaking with Julie Krafchick & Yue Xu, co-hosts of the Dateable Podcast, to dive into the complexities of modern dating. We explore how dating has evolved over the years, why many people struggle to transition from endless texting to real dates, and how societal shifts have changed what we look for in a partner. With more choices than ever, dating can feel overwhelming, but Julie and Yue share insights on how to navigate this landscape with clarity and confidence.

Julie Krafchick & Yue Xu are active daters turned dating insiders, and top influential voices of modern dating, relationships, and connection in the digital world. They’re the authors of How To Be Dateable: The Essential Guide to Finding Your Person and Falling in Love and the co-hosts of the hit podcast Dateable, which has been named one of the top podcasts about modern dating and relationships by the New York Times, The Huffington Post, Oprah Daily, and more. They’re also the hosts and executive producers of the dating experiment show Exit Interview.

Julie brings her background in human-centered design and qualitative research, while Yue shares her experience as a dating coach.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Why Modern Dating Feels Harder Than Ever
• The Paralysis Of Choice In The Age Of Dating Apps
• How To Break Free From Endless Texting Without Meeting
• Why Ghosting Happens And How To Emotionally Detach From It
• The Importance Of Vulnerability In Building Genuine Connections
• Understanding Your Dating Archetype And How It Impacts Your Love Life
• How To Navigate Online Dating Without Feeling Burnt Out
• When And Why Taking A Break From Dating Can Be Beneficial
• Practical Tips For Making Dating Apps Work For You

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