In this episode of The Love, Sex, and Freedom Podcast, Raven invites you into a transformative journey of release and renewal. Through ancient tantric practices and modern embodiment techniques, she guides us to shed the layers of stored tension and trauma, making space for the deep, authentic stillness that lies beneath. Informed by the teachings of Osho, Raven encourages listeners to fully engage the body’s energy through intentional movement, allowing us to meet our own adrenaline and feel its release. As she explains, this embodied practice creates a path for the mind to let go of its grip, leading to a state of profound peace and presence.

Have you ever felt weighed down by an unrelenting mental chatter, longing to be free and fully alive? Raven asks us to turn inward and reconnect with our bodies’ natural rhythms, to embrace all that arises without judgment, and to let our own energy flow uninhibited. She prompts us to ask: How would it feel to meet our deepest emotions without turning away? What might we uncover if we approached ourselves with curiosity instead of control? This episode is an invitation to embody every part of yourself, opening to pleasure, release, and a renewed sense of wholeness. Join us on this journey back to your true, vibrant nature.

Key takeaways from this episode:
- [00:20] Understanding Parasympathetic and Sympathetic States
- [01:37] Osho's Dynamic Meditations
- [03:39] The Importance of Shaking
- [04:38] Addictions and Trauma
- [12:57] The Practice of Tantra
- [19:30] Embracing Addictions and Finding New Solutions

Quotes:
“You can talk about your trauma till the cows come home, but you’ll never open fully into pleasure until you begin to release it from the cells of your body.”

 “What if lovemaking was a dance of slow embrace and deep connection, not just a goal to release tension?”

Links from Episode:
- Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/
- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com
- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal

In today’s episode of Love, Sex, and Freedom, Raven and Tara guide us on a journey through Tantra as a pathway to release trauma and return to our true essence. Raven shares from her own experience, revealing how her previous analytical approach to healing shifted profoundly when she embraced Tantra. Through this practice, she learned to surrender the need for mental explanations, instead allowing stuck energy to release naturally. “Tantra invites us to feel fully and trust the body’s wisdom to heal,” she explains. Rather than dissecting the past, Tantra calls us to honor and release the emotions that arise—fear, anger, sadness—letting them flow without resistance.

Raven invites us to explore practices such as deep breathing, shaking, and self-compassion as ways to reconnect with ourselves, free from judgment or analysis. With a gentle prompt, she asks, “What am I feeling now?” as a key to open the door to inner healing. For those who feel burdened by past pain or crave true emotional liberation, this episode serves as a powerful call to come home to oneself, embracing the body’s natural wisdom to release and restore wholeness.

Key takeaways from this episode:
- [01:10] Understanding Tantra and Trauma
- [02:45] Primal Triggers and Personal Unconscious
- [04:32] Validating and Processing Emotions
- [24:29] The Importance of Daily Practice
- [30:47] The Power of Sexual Energy in Healing
- [39:11] Trust and Tantra in Relationships
- [42:41] Tantra Techniques for Trauma Release

Quotes:
“Every trigger is a doorway into liberation… to truly free ourselves, we must feel what’s here now, without judgment or resistance.”

“In Tantra, we’re not trying to pinpoint past experiences; instead, it’s about going into the body and allowing stuck energy to release naturally.”

Links from Episode:
- Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/
- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com
- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal

In this deeply intimate episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom Podcast, Tara welcomes her beloved Shiva Rajaya, a renowned tantric coach and creator of Vital Coaching. Together, they dive into the essence of tantric relationship magic, weaving in the sacred practices that have brought their union into a space of profound harmony, intimacy, and expansion. With over 30 years of spiritual exploration and 20 years dedicated to tantra, Shiva shares how the ancient wisdom of tantra permeates all areas of life—mind, body, spirit, and soul.

As they speak, Tara and Shiva reveal the alchemical power of their relationship, a journey grounded in mysticism and magic. They reflect on their time apart and how their devotion to growth, shadow work, and emotional mastery allowed them to reunite on a deeper level. Together, they’ve created a union that honors both the individual path and the shared connection, expanding their capacity for love, joy, and presence.

Are you longing to bring more sacredness into your relationship? Curious about how tantra can transform your connection into a space of deeper intimacy and growth? Join Tara and Shiva as they invite you into their sacred world, sharing how these powerful tantric practices can ignite your own journey of awakening in love and life.

Key takeaways from this episode:
- [04:05] Understanding Tantric Relationship Magic
- [14:59] Creating Magnetism in Relationships
- [23:35] Mastering Conscious Listening
- [32:35] Creating Safety Through Conscious Listening
- [40:30] Prioritizing Pleasure in Relationships
- [48:06] Balancing Work, Children, and Relationship

Quotes:
“In our relationship, we’re not just two individuals coming together; we’re calling in a sacred spirit—the spirit of Tantra—to guide our union and expand our reality.”

“Emotional maturity is the foundation of true intimacy. When we can hold our own emotional body, we create space for deeper connection without losing ourselves in the process.”

Links from Episode:
- Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/
- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com
- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com

Today, Raven invites us to explore the powerful connection between mind and body and how traditional mindset practices often fall short of fostering true inner peace and transformation. She shares her personal journey, emphasizing how embodiment practices have allowed her to feel safe in her body for the first time, even after years of engaging in mental reprogramming and affirmations. Through this lens, Raven encourages us to dive beneath the surface of our thoughts, likening the mind to the waves of the ocean—always changing but never touching the stillness and depth below.

Raven challenges us to question how our conditioning and life experiences have shaped our beliefs, particularly those that don’t serve them. “Why,” she asks, “do we remain anxious or stuck, even when we’ve worked on our mindset?” She offers a fresh perspective: instead of merely attempting to rewrite negative thoughts, what if we took those beliefs into the body and discovered where they live? How might your life change if you could access the wisdom buried deep within your unconscious? Would you be willing to explore that dark, mysterious void and trust what you find?

Key Takeaways from this Episode:
- [01:16] Mindset vs. Embodiment Work
- [02:47] Exploring Beliefs and the Body
- [08:15] Understanding Nervous System Responses
- [10:16] Embracing the Darkness Within
- [13:27] Practical Exercises for Deep Healing

Quotes:
“Trust your body. Trust the darkness within you—it’s not bad or good, it’s where true life springs from.”

“You are more than your nervous system reactions. There is a greater wisdom inside you that will evolve you beyond your conditioning.”

Links from Episode:
- Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/
- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com
- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/ 

For today's episode, we feature a recent interview between Raven and Sascha Haert, a Human Behaviors Expert and Love & Dating Coach. Their conversation sheds light on the essence of presence, sensuality, and how to cultivate deeper connections, both within ourselves and with others.

Together, they reflect on how society's conditioning around sex and relationships often leads to dissatisfaction and disconnection. Sascha and Raven share personal anecdotes, offering insights into how individuals, especially men, can tap into their sensitivity, be fully present, and break free from the goal-oriented mindset that permeates modern intimacy. 

They explore how embracing these sacred principles can transform not just the bedroom, but all aspects of life. How can we bring more awareness into our intimate lives? What does it truly mean to be present with a partner? These are some of the questions that linger long after the episode ends.

Key takeaways from this episode:
- [01:01] The Importance of Open Conversations About Sexuality
- [04:26] Understanding Tantra and Sacred Sexuality
- [11:28] The Role of Presence in Intimacy and Relationships
- [37.10] Women’s Needs in Sexual Relationships
- [43.02] Taking Responsibility for Bad Sex and Creating Better Intimacy

Quotes:
"Sexuality is just another beautiful part of life. It creates the most beautiful thing on the planet, a baby. So why do we keep it behind closed doors?"

"Presence is the key to everything—whether it’s communication, being orgasmic, or being fully alive. When we’re not present, we’re missing the beauty of connection."

Links from Episode:
- Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/
- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com
- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/ 

In this episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast, Raven invites listeners into her personal journey with Tantra, revealing how it transformed her life. Growing up with a mystic father, Raven always had a curiosity about the divine and the full potential of the human experience. However, it wasn’t until she stepped into her first Tantra retreat that the teachings resonated deeply, bringing together everything she had felt but could never fully articulate. She explains how Tantra opened her to embrace all of life, including her desires and emotions, as divine expressions, shedding the shame that had once kept her from living fully.

Raven challenges the common misconceptions of Tantra, which often focus solely on sexuality. She explores the deeper essence of the practice, where the real power lies in embracing presence, aliveness, and embodiment in every moment. From meditative practices to the sacred energy of Kundalini, she asks: What does it mean to live fully awake, honoring both the body and spirit? How can we embrace the fullness of our desires without shame? With these questions, Raven encourages us to dive deeper into our own transformative journeys, where freedom and true empowerment await.

Key takeaways from this episode:
- [06:32] Foundations of Tantric Practice
- [07:43] Meditation as the Gateway to Full Presence in Tantra
- [12:39] Walking the Path with Integrity
- [18:24] Opening the Heart
- [19:54] The Power of Authentic Expression
- [21:05] Awakening Kundalini


Quotes:
“Tantra isn’t just about sexuality; it’s about living fully alive in every moment, embracing the divine in all aspects of life.”

“The journey of Kundalini rising is about awakening to your true power, feeling the life force within you, and allowing it to guide you into deeper alignment with the divine.”


Links from Episode:
- Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/
- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com
- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/ 

In this transformative episode, Raven takes us on a personal journey of discovering the power of surrender and trust in the face of life’s uncertainties. She shares a pivotal moment in her life when she left behind a well-paying job, stepping into the unknown world of Tantra despite the many doubts and fears that filled her mind. Raven recalls the intuitive pull that led her to a deeper calling, a calling that eventually became her life’s work. From hesitant beginnings to trusting the synchronicities of life, Raven illustrates how surrendering to the heart can lead to an expansive and fulfilling path, even when logic seems to disagree.

Raven’s experiences highlight the inner conflict many of us feel when navigating between the familiar and the unknown. “Why do I want the house?” she asks, reflecting on her conditioned beliefs about security and happiness. As she let go of societal expectations and leaned into her intuitive guidance, life gifted her with unimaginable synchronicities and abundance. Her story begs the question: What is holding you back from fully trusting in your heart’s desires? Can you let go of the fear of scarcity or failure, and instead, open yourself to the vast possibilities that life has to offer?

Key takeaways from this episode:
- [00:29] Embracing the Unknown: Beyond Logic and Comfort Zones
- [01:02] Discovering Tantra and the Path to Healing
- [04:16] The Leap of Faith: From Corporate to Tantra
- [09:43] Challenges and Rewards of Following the Heart
- [12:58] Navigating Relationships and Personal Growth
- [21:25] Daily Practices for Spiritual Awakening

Quotes:
“I’ve learned through following my heart and surrendering to something greater than the mind that everything always works out in the most synchronistic, unbelievable ways.”

“If your why isn’t for happiness, then it’s not worth it.”

Links from Episode:
- Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/
- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com
- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/ 

In this episode of Love, Sex, and Freedom, Raven and Tara delve into the deeply transformative practice of embodied manifestation. They invite us to step beyond surface-level affirmations and vision boards and move into a fully embodied experience where manifestation isn’t just about thinking the right thoughts but becoming the person who already holds and lives their desires.

Raven offers a profound perspective on the connection between the nervous system and our ability to manifest. She explains that without addressing the unconscious beliefs held in the body, no amount of positive thinking will bring lasting change. Instead, she shares the power of combining thoughts with a deep somatic understanding—allowing the body to release past tensions and fully feel into the reality of what we desire. Whether it’s attracting love, financial abundance, or peace, Raven invites us to not only visualize but to embody the person who naturally attracts these experiences. 

Key takeaways from this episode:
- [02:04] The Tantric Approach to Manifestation
- [04:30] Combining Positive Affirmations with Felt Sense
- [10:15] Guided Practice for Manifestation
- [36:26] Manifesting Relationships
- [36:35] Manifesting Wealth
- [55:30] Slowing Down and Embracing Spaciousness

Quotes:
“Manifestation isn’t just about thinking the right thoughts, it’s about becoming the person who naturally attracts what you desire.”

"It wasn’t until I embraced the tantric approach and understood the role of the nervous system that I truly started manifesting the life I wanted.”

Links from Episode:
- Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/
- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com
- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/ 

In this episode, Raven discusses the essence of devotion and the profound journey to transcend the illusion of separation. She invites us to reconnect with sacred practices that lead to a state of oneness with consciousness, reminding us true devotion is found in remembering our divine nature. Raven guides us through the subtle realms of reality, exploring practices like mantra, yantra meditation, and deity worship—not merely as routines, but as sacred pathways that lead us beyond the mind’s distractions and into the profound spaciousness of being.

We are encouraged to reflect deeply on our own spiritual practices. How can we surrender to the mystery of life without the need to control it? Can we find joy in our sadhana, not as a means to an end, but as a loving devotion to our true selves? Raven challenges us to embrace the spiritual journey, not for the sake of achievement, but for the pure love of remembering who we truly are—divine beings immersed in the bliss of unity.


Key takeaways from this episode:
- [00:29] Understanding Tantra and Devotion
- [02:26] Practices for Transcendence
- [06:46] Experiencing Divine Connection
- [08:14] Exploring Duality and Oneness
- [09:26] Living in a State of Surrender
- [13:33] Daily Devotion and High-Frequency Living


Quotes:
“Living Tantra is a path of devotion, devoted to remembering that separation is an illusion.”

“Lovemaking is a meditation when we bring awareness to it, merging duality to go beyond it.”

Links from Episode:
- Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/
- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com
- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/ 

In today’s episode, we feature a recent Instagram Live recording where Raven and Tara explore the transformative energy of the Lionsgate Portal. With the energies of the star Sirius, the Sun, and the Earth in alignment, this moment offers a potent opportunity to shed old patterns and birth new, more aligned ways of being. Raven’s profound insights into how we can step through these universal portals—whether astrological or personal—are both grounding and expansive, reminding us that true change comes not just from intellectual understanding but from deeply embodied practices.

As you listen, you’ll be invited to reflect on the patterns in your life that are no longer serving you, especially those inherited from your lineage. How have these patterns shaped your life? And are you ready to let them go? Through guided breathwork, visualization, and the ceremonial invocation of energies, Raven and Tara create a sacred space where you can safely explore these questions and begin to release what no longer serves you.

Key takeaways from this episode:
- [02:00] Embracing Change and Letting Go of Patterns
- [04:39] Entering the Ceremonial Space
- [05:31] Guided Breathing and Visualization
- [12:08] Releasing Old Beliefs and Patterns
- [27:58] Invoking New Energies and Intentions
- [32:03] Commitment to Personal Transformation

Quotes:
“Feel the courage of a lion and the innocence of a child as you release what no longer serves you.”

“Shift your allegiance from the mind to the body; it’s through this alignment that true liberation is found.”

Links from Episode:
- Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/
- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com
- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/

In this episode, Raven explores the journey of authentic self-expression and the challenges that come with it. She begins by discussing how our ability to express ourselves is often shaped by how our parents responded to us as children. Raven asks us to reflect: “How did your parents react to your truth, your tears, your vulnerability?” These questions help uncover the roots of our fears and how they influence our adult lives, often holding us back from being fully expressive.

As the conversation unfolds, Raven shares her own struggles with vulnerability, especially in relationships. She highlights the importance of not holding back and addressing the “elephant in the room.” Raven asks, “What would happen if you expressed your true feelings in the moment, without fear?” She encourages us to embrace the power of being fully seen and heard, reminding us that true freedom comes from expressing our deepest selves, even when it feels uncomfortable.

Key takeaways from this episode:
- [02:00] Impact of Parental Responses on Expression
- [09:04] Releasing Fears Through Breath and Sound
- [10:36] Connecting Current Fears to Childhood Beliefs
- [16:19] The Importance of Difficult Conversations
- [25:31] The Role of Vulnerability in Relationships
- [30:11] Techniques for Authentic Expression

Quotes
“Authentic expression, free from the constraints of the mind, is the most potent way to connect with our inner truth and with others.”

“True freedom and authenticity arise from embracing and expressing our deepest selves, no matter how uncomfortable it might feel.”

Links from Episode:
- Tanta 101: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/elementor-63692/
- Embodied Awakening Academy: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com
- Upcoming Living Tantra Retreats: https://embodiedawakeningacademy.com/ltrglobal/