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Love, Sex & Freedom Podcast

125 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★ - 28 ratings

Join Chantelle Raven and the Embodied Awakening Team as they share powerful Tantric teachings to bring awakening into the body and everyday life through relationships, sex, purpose and freedom. Get ready to release, open and step into your true power!

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Awakening Your Inner Warrior, Lover, Priestess, and Mother

March 25, 2024 10:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB

In today's episode, Raven invites us to explore the sacred connection with our womb space, a source of profound wisdom and power. She also guides us through the transformative roles of the warrior, lover, priestess, and mother archetypes that dwell within us.  The conversation journeys into the warrior's path of deep embodiment and intuitive discernment, the lover's innate ability to savour joy and embrace openness with a tender heart, the priestess's divine mission to channel cosmic wisdom...

Rebirth of the Divine Feminine: Pathways to Emotional and Spiritual Liberation

March 18, 2024 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

Today's episode dives deep into the journey of liberating ourselves from the limitations imposed by our historical feminine lineages. Raven examines the shallow portrayals of female empowerment prevalent in today's society, steering the conversation towards the core idea of intrinsic worthiness. Listeners are invited to explore and embrace the multifaceted nature of femininity, encouraging a journey towards self-discovery and alignment with one's authentic essence. The episode is rich with ...

Embracing Your Inner Priestess

March 11, 2024 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MB

In this episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast, Raven discusses embodying our inner priestess and queen, focusing on self-appreciation, divine reflection, and the significance of uplifting each other to reach our highest potential. The journey is centered on self-exploration and honoring our soul's depth, aiming for genuine embodiment and dharma realization, rather than seeking external validation. Raven inspires us to view our humanity as a medium for divine expression, to rise abov...

Moving From Ambition to Meaning

March 04, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

In this episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast, Raven and Tara delve into the transformative journey from ambition to meaning. They discuss the importance of self-reflection over competing with others, embracing one’s completeness, and the shift from seeking external approval to nurturing inner fulfilment. The conversation also covers the joy of living authentically, harmonizing masculine and feminine energies, and the crucial role of mindfulness and presence in personal development ...

The Magic of Feeling & Embodying Aliveness

February 26, 2024 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

In today's captivating episode, Raven delves into the profound journey of shifting our allegiance from the confines of the mind to the vast landscape of our body and inner consciousness. Drawing upon ancient tantric wisdom, she intricately weaves together teachings that advocate for personal awakening, urging us to embark on a journey of emotional exploration and liberation from ingrained mental conditioning. Central to the discussion is the timeless concept of Shiva and Shakti, symbolizing...

Aligning with Pleasure

February 19, 2024 11:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MB

In today's episode, Raven delves into the importance of acknowledging and embracing our emotions, both positive and negative, without judgment or resistance. She encourages us to explore our comfort levels by experiencing a range of emotions, to remain in tune with our bodies, and to see this connection as a fundamental aspect of feminine identity. She also discusses the concept of the womb as our creative center and explores how visualization can lead to the actualization of our desires. T...

What if You Were Okay With Being Rejected?

February 12, 2024 09:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

In today’s episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast, Raven delves into the nuanced territories of navigating feelings of rejection and abandonment, grappling with the notion of failure, and the journey towards embracing these experiences with grace. The conversation highlights the critical role of self-awareness in tapping into one's inner strength. Raven offers insights on how to face these challenging emotions head-on, and the transformative power of letting go of the fear of failure...

What Is the Authentically Embodied Woman?

February 05, 2024 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

In today's podcast, Raven emphasizes the importance of understanding and embracing oneself, including our imperfections, in order to find inner silence and presence. She discusses the necessity of aligning life elements such as relationships and careers with joy, ease, pleasure, and service for true fulfillment.  Raven also presents the idea of embodying silence, not as an absence of noise, but becoming capable of withstanding different situations and emotional triggers without resorting to...

The Power of Being Unapologetically You

January 29, 2024 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

In this captivating episode, Raven delves into the profound intricacies of relationships, self-care, and the interplay of feminine and masculine energies in the journey of personal growth. With a focus on cultivating joy, alignment, and fulfillment within oneself, she urges us to shift from seeking happiness and validation externally to discovering it within. Raven emphasizes the transformative power of self-love and openness, drawing on her own experiences with relationship dynamics to insp...

Tantra Practitioner Training Unveiled - Part 2

January 22, 2024 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB

In today's episode, Tara Meegan, the Creative Director at the Embodied Awakening Academy, takes us on a journey through the 12-month Tantric practitioner training. Sharing her personal experiences with Tantra, Tara paints a vivid picture of the program's transformative essence, emphasizing its aim to seamlessly weave awakening into our day-to-day lives. The training unfolds across twelve modules, exploring a spectrum of topics—from communication practices for couples to the intricacies of wo...

Tantra Practitioner Training Unveiled - Part 1

January 15, 2024 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

In today's episode, Raven shares details about the academy's upcoming groundbreaking Tantra Practitioner Training. To learn more about the training and how you can unlock your transformation and help others uncover theirs, visit www.embodiedawakeningacademy.com. This modality takes healing to new heights, addressing challenges at your client's core and unlocking your full potential in power, ease, love, freedom, and pleasure. Here's what is covered in today’s info session:  - Tantra Pract...

Your Inner Child is Your Greatest Teacher

January 08, 2024 11:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MB

In this episode, Raven explores the transformative concept of the shadow through potent tantric teachings, shedding light on how it can awaken the entirety of one's being and daily existence. Drawing from her lifelong journey with shadow work, initiated in her formative years, Raven unveils the profound understanding she has gained by acknowledging the unconscious, protective role of shadows. Rather than dwelling in denial, she encourages embracing these obscured aspects. Raven asserts that...

The Two Most Important Aspects of Maintaining a Healthy Relationship

December 31, 2023 22:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

In this captivating episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast, Raven delves into the profound principles of tantric teachings, unraveling their potential to enrich and transform everyday relationship dynamics. Raven skillfully navigates the intricate facets of intimacy, shedding light on the paramount roles of vulnerability and authenticity in fostering deep connections. She emphasizes the significance of individuals cultivating specific qualities within themselves before seeking them i...

Reclaiming the Balance of Masculine and Feminine

December 25, 2023 02:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

In this enriching episode, we embark on a profound exploration of the dance between feminine and masculine energies within each individual. Raven unfolds the idea that our character traits are a beautiful interplay of these inner aspects. She also acknowledges the societal tendency to undervalue the feminine, shedding light on the transformative power of understanding and positively engaging with one's inner feminine and masculine dynamics. An invitation to surrender and embrace authenticity...

The Power of Shadow Work

December 18, 2023 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

In today's episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast, Raven invites us on a transformative journey through the enchanting realm of Tantra, revealing how it becomes a powerful catalyst for unlocking our authentic power. Drawing from the depths of personal experience, she skillfully guides us through the nuances of shadow work and the art of transcending societal conditioning. Raven also explores the process of identifying and understanding the suppressed facets of ourselves, emphasizing ...

Navigating sexual wounding

December 11, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

In this enlightening episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast, Raven delves into the pervasive issue of sexual wounding and trauma. Through the lens of sociocultural teachings, she explores the historical favouring of a masculine approach to sexual energy, uncovering resulting harm and shame. Gracefully inviting an understanding of the distinct needs and rhythms of both masculine and feminine sexual energy, Raven also discusses the impact of pornography and religion on our perception o...

Expanding Your Nervous System for Abundance

December 04, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

In today's episode, Raven explores codependency, financial consciousness, and the transformative journey through Tantra. Unravelling the correlation between attraction and missing aspects within oneself, Raven prompts introspection on energies lacking in relationships or personal ventures, igniting a catalyst for healing. She then delves into financial consciousness, urging listeners to confront money-related limiting beliefs, emphasizing manifesting abundance by expanding the nervous syste...

Navigating Our Protective Mechanisms in Relationships

November 27, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

In this episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast, Raven guides us through the journey of breaking down barriers and nurturing a more open and empowered self. We delve into the concept that our protective mechanisms might be obstructing us from living with an open heart, leading to challenges such as anxious attachment or tendencies to overgive or avoid in relationships. Throughout the episode, Raven underlines the crucial importance of living openly, urging us all to recognize and unde...

Somatic Wisdom & Emotional Healing

November 20, 2023 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

In today's episode, we explore the nuanced art of emotional release. The discussion revolves around the crucial balance between confronting and fully experiencing emotions, with a caution against becoming ensnared in over-processing. Drawing from her personal experiences, Raven guides us on applying tantric teachings, providing practical insights into navigating emotional landscapes and addressing significant milestones, such as the grief process. Raven also takes a focused look at the comp...

Expand Your Capacity to Receive

November 13, 2023 12:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

In today's episode, we explore how to overcome personal limitations around finances through embodiment practices. Raven emphasizes the significance of understanding one's 'glass ceiling' - the unconscious personal limitations that limit openness to happiness, love, financial success, and personal expression. Raven discusses transformative tools, such as visualizing and feeling our ultimate reality, confronting unconscious fears within the body, and practising embodiment exercises to integra...

What We Can Learn From Our Addictions

November 07, 2023 08:00 - 12 minutes - 8.49 MB

‘What can we learn from our addictions? ‘ What problems are we trying to solve through our over-reliance on alcohol, drugs, or social media?’  These are some of the questions Raven explores in this episode on addiction and self-awareness. As a reformed workaholic, Raven draws on her experience of using work to avoid thinking about difficult emotions, and she invites her students to sit with their discomfort and replace their harmful addictions with healthier ones. Key takeaways from this e...

Breaking Free from Conditioning

October 30, 2023 16:00 - 9 minutes - 6.6 MB

In this enlightening episode, Raven delves deep into the art of inner work and guides us on a transformative meditation journey. Through her soothing words and profound insights, she encourages us to break free from the chains of societal conditioning and embark on a journey to rediscover our authentic selves. Raven's wisdom invites us to step into a life filled with boundless joy, vibrant energy, and a profound alignment with our spiritual essence. Topics discussed in this episode include:...

The Difference Between Embodiment Work and Mindset Work

October 23, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

In an extract from the second day of the recent Living Tantra retreat, Raven explains the transformative effect of embodiment work and invites her students to breathe deeply and sink into the parts of their bodies where they store their emotional trauma. Raven urges the participants to embrace their emotions and vocalize their long-buried pain and anger. Within this nurturing and supportive atmosphere, attendees find the strength to confront and acknowledge these emotions, empowering themse...

Embodying Love and Freedom through Kundalini Energy

October 16, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

This week, Raven delves deep into the transformative world of Tantra, sharing an audio recording from a recent retreat that invites participants to break free of their conditioning and embody the love and freedom that is their birthright. Following Tantric principles, she encourages attendees to connect with their true selves and use the transformative power of Kundalini energy to feel exhilaratingly alive. In this episode, you’ll hear from Raven on: Her Tantric journey The origins and ph...

What Tantra is and what Tantra is Not.

October 16, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

This week, Raven delves deep into the transformative world of Tantra, sharing an audio recording from a recent retreat that invites participants to break free of their conditioning and embody the love and freedom that is their birthright. Following Tantric principles, she encourages attendees to connect with their true selves and use the transformative power of Kundalini energy to feel exhilaratingly alive. In this episode, you’ll hear from Raven on: Her Tantric journey The origins and ph...

How to Deal with Tricky Conversations

October 09, 2023 08:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

Join Raven as she leads us on an introspective voyage, beckoning us to explore the uncharted territory of our suppressed emotions that hinder our ability to express our authentic selves. As our trusted guide, Raven gently nudges us to embrace the innate wisdom within our bodies and embark on a transformative journey to liberate ourselves from the shackles of societal norms and expectations.  In this episode, you'll Raven speak about: The importance of acknowledging your emotions and feelin...

Living in your Naturalness

October 02, 2023 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.44 MB

In this empowering follow-up episode to her previous discussion on self-expression, Chantelle inspires us to embrace authenticity and break free from the constraints of conformity. She encourages us to shed the habit of modifying our behavior to gain the approval of others, and instead advocates for living in our natural state. In this episode, Chantelle delves into the following transformative topics: Today, you’ll hear from Chantelle on: - Living in your naturalness - Becoming a channel o...

Stepping into your Full Expression

September 25, 2023 08:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

In this episode of Love, Sex, and Freedom, Chantelle focuses on self-expression, authentic communication, and building deep connections in relationships. She explains how suppressed emotions and unprocessed trauma can affect our ability to truly express ourselves and sets out how we can learn to communicate fully, freely, and without judgement.  Today, you’ll hear from Chantelle on: - Cultivating a silent mind as a foundation for pure communication - Processing painful emotions to facilita...

How to know when to end a relationship

June 19, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MB

One of the most common questions we get asked at the Academy is “how do I know when to end a relationship?”   In this episode, Chantelle and Erin discuss…   -       The difference between being willing to commit to a relationship and do the inner work vs beating your head against a wall -       The three centres of alignment and compatibility in a relationship -       Chantelle’s journey in discovering what her true needs are in relationship -       How to expand what you believe you ...

Shadows in relationships

April 25, 2023 02:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

The immature masculine and immature feminine make the perfect codependent couple. That’s the majority of relationships… And yet, when we bring our awareness to these traits, we can grow them into maturity. Relationships can be our greatest teacher… Hear Chantelle Raven explore some of the shadow themes around relating including… - The role of our childhood in producing this urge to be reparented by our romantic partners - What to do when shadows show up - Why your language around what’...

How to open your heart

April 18, 2023 16:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

The reason most people are not in their heart is because there are blockages — we believe our false stories…  … I’m a victim … Others need to change … I’m not good enough … I'll only have security when I own a house And with this, we create separation. We try to control. In this episode, Chantelle Raven shares the two pathways of sublimation to open the heart once again. In sharing this, she explains... - How to dissolve separation and come back to connection - How to recognize the ...

Going beyond people-pleasing or excessive safety

April 11, 2023 02:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

Your body is your compass. Your body tells you when you have a BOUNDARY.  How are you with setting them and honoring boundaries?  How does it feel when you hear another person’s boundary? In this episode, Chantelle explores the topic of setting healthy boundaries, including: - Why tolerating is a first sign your boundaries are being crossed - How actions speak louder than words when it comes to keeping your boundaries - A powerful question to ask yourself when setting boundaries - Nat...

From good girl to empowered woman

April 05, 2023 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

The smiling face. The right answer. Doing the approved thing. The mask of ‘perfect’. Offending no-one… And totally tight and disconnected. What if you could just rest in being… yourself? What if you could let go of the expectations and just say it like it is? Do it like you really want to? Express it in your truth? And remember, the bad girl, it comes out anyway, but in the shadow! The good girl is a time bomb that’s about to go off.  In this episode, Chantelle explores what is the good...

Own your Golden Shadows + claim your power

March 28, 2023 02:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

Sometimes we repress our magnificence as much as we repress the things we want to hide, the things we don’t like. We also don’t just project OUR sh*t onto people thinking it’s THEM, we project our own divinity. Everything you see in other people that you admire, is inside you… Is it more difficult to be in your magnificence or the drama of not being good enough? For most, it’s the latter because it’s FAMILIAR. The nervous system gravitates toward the familiar… In this episode, Chantelle...

The Mirror of Relationships: What Your Partner Reveals About You

March 07, 2023 02:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

Your partner is one of two things: They’re either reflecting what you are now OR reflecting your missing pieces. Either way, they’re a mirror — showing you aspects of yourself that you might not ordinarily see. Relationships have a wonderful way of making conscious the things that are unconscious in us… In this episode, Chantelle Raven shares about her personal experiences in relationships and her journey with — and struggles to find — inner union. Some of the pieces she explores includ...

From IT Ops Manager to Tantric Practitioner

February 24, 2023 23:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB

On today’s show we talk to Larinda, a Tantric Practitioner who not so long ago was managing tech teams for global projects. She’d spent her entire working life in corporate jobs before realising she wanted more freedom. More balance. She eventually took steps outside her comfort zone, including beginning to explore self-development and understanding the human experience. She learned about Human Design, Enneagram, Astrology, Reiki, TRE and Attachment Theory. Then, she found Tantra. She fell...

How to be the change you want to see in the world

February 21, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

This talk comes from Day 3 of our masterclass 'How to make a difference in the world, one heart at a time.' Listen to hear Chantelle's wisdom on... → How the most successful healers embody their humanity and spirituality as one, to live what they teach. → Your capacity to heal others is dependent on your capacity to heal yourself. Learn how to embody your own awakening to support your clients to do the same → Key practices as a practitioner, that support you to showing up for yourself, so y...

What is Tantra & how does it support lasting transformation?

February 14, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

This talk comes from Day 1 of our masterclass How to make a difference in the world, one heart at a time. Listen to hear Chantelle talk about... → How Tantra is the missing key to healing relationships, mental health and sexuality on the planet. → How the ground-breaking and growing field of Tantra offers a path to return to our wholeness, rather than seek perfection. → Tantric wisdom & techniques that heal emotional trauma related to the entire spectrum of the human experience. If you wan...

Q&A: How to avoid burn out & succeed as a coach

February 07, 2023 02:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

In today’s episode Caitlyn and Raven (Embodied Awakening Academy founder) answer your questions about being a practitioner and coaching in the healing arts. Raven answers… How to avoid burn out? how to keep your business something that brings joy and not stress Why am i in business as a coach, but i’m not succeeding? Can i work in the field of relationships if i’m having issues in my own relationship or i’m single? If you have a question about coaching or being a practitioner that you’d ...

Be Where and Who You Are

January 31, 2023 00:00 - 53 minutes - 36.4 MB

Tantra says yes to everything. Everything is welcome here.   It’s okay to feel numb.  It’s okay to feel grief.  It’s okay to feel fear.  It’s okay to feel helpless.  When we can finally stop trying to be anywhere other than where we are, in any given moment, then ironically that is when change happens.  In this podcast, recorded at the Perth Living Tantra Retreat in 2022, Chantelle Raven speaks into the power of being exactly where you are in life RIGHT NOW, and how to work with your dire...

Q&A Secrets of a Successful Coach

January 24, 2023 02:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

Q&A: The secrets of a successful coach In today’s episode Caitlyn and Raven (Embodied Awakening Academy founder) answer your questions about being a practitioner and coaching in the healing arts. Raven answers… How do I know this is something I want to turn into a business? I love my transformation in in the healing realms, but maybe I should keep giving it as a gift, not as a business? I want to become a coach, but what if no one wants to book in with me and I can't make money? How do I...

Archetype Meditation - The King

June 17, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.99 MB

The King has mastered the art of calling in all four archetypes as he needs them. Embrace your inner King and see your own magnificence and power. When you embody the King archetype, you’ve let go of the stories of the mind, trust that divine will is guiding you, show up in the world as authentically you, and powerfully serve yourself and your community.  Check out the Academy’s retreats, workshops and online library of Tantric courses: www.embodiedawakeningacademy.com

Archetype Meditation - The Queen

June 17, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes - 6.92 MB

The Queen has mastered the art of calling in all four previous archetypes as she needs them.  Embrace your own inner Queen and see your own magnificence and power! When you embody the Queen archetype, you’ve let go of the stories of the mind, trust that divine will is guiding you, show up in the world as authentically you, and powerfully serve yourself and your community.  Check out the Academy’s retreats, workshops and online library of Tantric courses: www.embodiedawakeningacademy.com

Archetype Meditation - The Priestess

June 06, 2022 01:00 - 10 minutes - 7.17 MB

Meet your inner Priestess in this mystical journey by letting go of the ego’s identity, to remember the essential nature that lies within—that is eternal spirit, that is love, that is sacred, that is freedom. 

Archetype Meditation - The Magician

June 06, 2022 01:00 - 12 minutes - 8.72 MB

Meet your inner Magician in this mystical journey by letting go of the ego’s identity, to remember the essential nature that lies within—that is eternal spirit, that is love, that is sacred, that is freedom. 

Archetype Meditation - The Father

May 30, 2022 07:00 - 12 minutes - 8.94 MB

Experience the unconditionally loving energy of the archetypal Father. This incredibly healing audio guides you through a deeply nurturing experience of The Father that exists within everyone, that you can call on anytime you need support, guidance, unconditional love and safety.  

Archetype Meditation - The Mother

May 30, 2022 07:00 - 12 minutes - 8.31 MB

Experience the unconditionally loving energy of the Mother. This incredibly healing audio guides you through a deeply nurturing experience of The Mother that exists within everyone, that you can call on anytime you need support, guidance, unconditional love and safety.  

Archetype Mediation - The Warrior (masculine)

May 23, 2022 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.61 MB

Invoke the strength, courage and protection of the Warrior energy into your life. Learn to call in the Warrior when you need support to speak your truth, have a difficult conversation, set a boundary, face a fear, or to get focused and determined. The Warrior is with you always to show up in the world as unapologetically you! Note: All of these meditations are applicable for both Men and Women. Tantra recognises that the path to Inner Union and wholeness includes cultivating both the Mascu...

Archetype Meditation - The Warrior (feminine)

May 23, 2022 05:00 - 14 minutes - 9.96 MB

Invoke the strength, courage and protection of the Warrior energy into your life. Learn to call in the Warrior when you need support to speak your truth, have a difficult conversation, set a boundary, face a fear, or to get focused and determined. The Warrior is with you always to show up in the world as unapologetically you! Note: All of these meditations are applicable for both Men and Women. Tantra recognises that the path to Inner Union and wholeness includes cultivating both the Mascul...

Archetype Meditation - The Lover (masculine)

May 11, 2022 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.36 MB

How does your heart feel?  Perhaps it could open a little more to both giving and receiving love? This Lover meditation, for both men and women,  guides you through a beautiful heart opening process. The more we can open the heart chakra, the more we can experience the magic of love as it flows more freely from both inside and out.  In this 10 part meditation series we will explore the 5 primary archetypes, in both the feminine and masculine form. Note: All of these meditations are app...

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