Exploring Embodied Intimacy with Andre Lazarus
Sexual pleasure can be medicine, but only when woven with safety & consent. Unlike mainstream, porn-inspired sex, Embodied Intimacy is a somatic, relational, and healing practice, not a performance or technique. Present, connected, and embodied pleasure restores safety in the nervous system, dismantles shame around desire, and supports deeper connection in relationships. The concept of […]
YES! VIBRATORS CAN CAUSE NUMBNESS
Being in the field of sexology for over 17 years has given me the opportunity to witness and listen to the lived, embodied experiences of multitudes of women and people with Vulvas from around the globe. Hands down, without exception, almost every single woman has reported changes in or loss of clitoral sensitivity as a […]
Ayahuasca+Tantra:Why Lineage Matters!
In May 2025, we recorded a Tantra Talks episode on the use of Ayahuasca with our Tibetan Buddhist teacher, Lama Tashi Dundrup. The episode was based on our collective personal experiences with Ayahuasca. Not ingesting Ayahuasca ourselves, but interacting with others who did engage with Aya and observing the results they experienced. We also discussed […]
What to do when he loses his erection during sex
How should we react when a partner is unable to maintain an erection? Between 40% and 70% of men may experience Erectile Dysfunction at some point. To put it in perspective, that’s nearly half of all men over 40! So, how should we respond when a partner has difficulty maintaining an erection? This week’s episode […]
ABORTION AND REPRODUCTIVE JUSTICE
ABORTION AND REPRODUCTIVE JUSTICE: An Essential Guide for Resistance, by Marlene Gerber Fried and Loretta J. Ross, is described as “A bold call to action and guide for building an inclusive and intersectional reproductive justice movement.”
Beyond The Clitoris: A Dissertation On Female Pleasure Zones
There is a concerning phenomenon in the field of sexology involving the emergence of a nearly militant insistence that the clitoris is the ONLY source of female orgasm. This viewpoint not only dismisses the lived experiences of millions of women but is also simply anatomically incorrect. Proponents of “Clit Only” Theology point to something called […]
Pleasure Yourself Through Perimenopause!
Whatever your age, it is a known fact that female masturbation has many proven benefits, such as: Increasing orgasm with partners Helps provide relief for menstrual cramps. Experiencing less vaginal dryness and decreased pain during sexual intercourse. According to one study married females who masturbate reported: More orgasms Higher self-esteem Increased sexual desire (libido) […]
What Makes Holistic Sexology Different?
Have you ever wondered about the differences between conventional sex coaching, sex therapy, and holistic sexology? The primary distinction lies in scope and methodology. A holistic sexologist views sexuality through a comprehensive lens that encompasses the mind, body, and spirit, often integrating alternative and somatic practices. In contrast, a conventional sex coach or sex therapist […]
Holistic Sexology Vs. Sacred Sexuality
Does Holistic Sexology include Sacred Sexuality? Yes, holistic sexology encompasses sacred sexuality because being in relationship with the sacred is an inherent aspect of a holistic life. “Holistic” means whole, and the sacred and the sexual are integral components of our wholeness as human beings. Holistic Sexology, as defined by the Institute of Holistic Sexology […]
Can You Have Breast Orgasms? How + Why It’s Possible
Is it possible for women to have orgasms from breast and/or nipple stimulation? Short answer: yes! And here’s why… Studies have determined that there is, in fact, a neural link between the nipple and the clitoris. Stimulation of the nipples activates the same sensory area of the brain associated with the genitals. Research using FMRI […]