Better Loving, by Laura Ellen
Hosted by Laura Ellen, an intimacy educator with over six years of experience, Better Loving explores the inner and relational landscapes of love, sex, and connection. Drawing on Eastern philosophy, depth psychology, clinical insight, and lived experience, the podcast invites a more attuned, honest, and alive way of relating to yourself, others, and life.
Episodes
Body Image & Light's On Confidence
I’ll be brief today because it’s assignment season and all of my writing eggs are going into the uni basket.This episode is for anyone who feels like something is missing in their intimacy, who struggles with body image, and wants to form a sexual self-identity that feels… Free.I share some insights on how to cultivate the confidence you need to be yourself in intimate contexts, and connect to the
What Blocks (Genuine) Confidence
Links & Resources:Work with Laura: https://laura-ellen.com/contactAbout Laura: https://laura-ellen.com/aboutSubscribe to Substack: https://substack.com/@bylauraellen?Music by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7CQmZy8qRGBKGAaUcBCRXwEpisode Summary:This episode sits alongside a personal reflection on creativit
Q&A: Mismatched Libido & Sexual Incompatibility
Links & Resources:Work with Laura: https://laura-ellen.com/contactAbout Laura: https://laura-ellen.com/aboutSubscribe to Substack: https://substack.com/@bylauraellen?Music by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7CQmZy8qRGBKGAaUcBCRXwEpisode Summary:This episode explores the impact of mismatched libido and sexu
Struggle To Relax During Sex?
Links & Resources:Work with Laura: https://laura-ellen.com/contactAbout Laura: https://laura-ellen.com/aboutSubscribe to Substack: https://substack.com/@bylauraellen?Music by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7CQmZy8qRGBKGAaUcBCRXwEpisode Summary:Switching off at the end of a full day and moving into intimac
Painful Sex, Numbness & Dissociation
Links & Resources:Work with Laura: https://laura-ellen.com/contactAbout Laura: https://laura-ellen.com/aboutSubscribe to Substack: https://substack.com/@bylauraellen?Music by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7CQmZy8qRGBKGAaUcBCRXwEpisode Summary:This episode explores the often unspoken reality of pain, numb
Keeping Love Alive: Eroticism, Desire & the Art of Long-Term Loving
Links & Resources:Work with LauraAbout LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode, I explore long term love beyond the pressure to perform wellness, growth, or relationship mastery. We look at how modern ideas of conscious partnership can quietly create shame when relationships become
Q&A: Attracted to Trouble & Why You Keep Falling for the Bad Boy
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit bylauraellen.substack.comThis episode is exclusive to monthly and annual subscribers. Join to access all Q&A episodes, monthly experiential workshops, and personal essays here.Links & Resources:Work with LauraAbout LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen her
A Non-Negotiable Dating Tool That No One Talks About
Links & Resources:Work with LauraAbout LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:Starting to date again can feel exciting and unsettling at the same time. In this episode, I explore the subtle tension your body might feel when stepping into the dating world, whether fresh out of a relationship, enjoy
Sex, Self-Worth & Developing a Healthy Relationship to Physical Intimacy
Links & Resources:- Work with Laura- About Laura- Subscribe to the Better Loving Substack- Music by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode of Better Loving, Laura Ellen explores the shift from performative sexuality—shaped by validation, approval, and desirability—to mature sexual power rooted in self-connection, pr
She returns.
Links & Resources:About LauraWork with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:Starting again isn’t triumphant for me, it’s tender, resistant, and quietly/very confronting. In this episode, I reflect on what it’s been like to return to public creation after three years of choosing privacy, growth,
It Takes Two To Be Toxic: How Stressful Patterns Are Co-Created in Love
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:Cue that moment when you realise you might actually be the common denominator in your relationships. This episode dives into why we lose our power when we stay stuck in victim mentality, drama cycles, and blame, and how embracing r
Is Your Sex Life Nourishing You, or Draining You?
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:Sexual energy is more than something to discharge or “get over with.” In this episode, Laura explores sexual energy as a vital life force—one that can either deplete us or actively nourish our creativity, confidence, and capacity t
Should I Stay or Should I go? Deciding What’s Right for You in Love
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode, we explore the question many people quietly live inside of: Should I stay, or should I go? Rather than offering a definitive answer, this conversation invites deeper self-responsibility around indecision, ambivalen
Feel Confident, Love Your Body & Express Your Wild Side Freely
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:This episode explores what it really takes to move beyond performative sexuality and into a sex life—and sense of self—that feels authentic, embodied, and fulfilling. We look at how body confidence, anxious attachment, shame, and i
Rebecca Gunson on Open-Hearted Living
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode of the Better Loving podcast, Laura Ellen is joined by Rebecca Bee Gunson for a grounded and honest conversation about the heart as a central pathway to intimacy, integrity, and embodied aliveness. Together, they ex
Cultivate Confidence: A Path to Radiance and Inner Power
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode of The Better Loving Podcast, I explore how self-pleasure can be a transformative practice beyond simply achieving orgasm. We dive into intentional ways to cultivate sexual energy, heal and resource your pelvis, and
From Shame to Self-Love: A Path to Embodied Feminine Power
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode, I explore the lingering effects of sexual shame and the cultural messages that have long tried to define and confine women. I share my own journey of confronting uncomfortable and painful experiences with sexuality
Dating with Standards: Wanting More Without Settling for Less
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode, I dive into the energetics of dating and how to stay aligned with your values while attracting what you truly want. We explore the challenges and strategies of online dating, how to get clear on your desires, navig
Asking for What You Need in the Bedroom—From Silence to Self-Expression:
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode of The Sexual Wellness Podcast, I dive into why so many of us struggle to ask for what we want in the bedroom—and how to move past patterns of shrinking, freezing, or over-controlling. I share practical tools to bui
Feel Confident Asking For What You Want & The Intelligence of Desire
Links & Resources:Work with Laura: Subscribe to Substack: Music by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here: Episode Summary:How do we relate to sexual desire with honesty, responsibility, and care in a post #MeToo world?In this episode, I explore sexual authenticity through a grounded, relational lens. One that acknowledges our instinctive, embodie
How Your Attachment Style Affects Your Finances & Relationships
Links & Resources:Work with Laura: www.laura-ellen.com/contactSubscribe to Substack: Music by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here: Episode Summary:In this episode, I explore desire as a vital psychological and somatic force, not just something linked to sex, but something that shapes our motivation, choices, and sense of aliveness. Drawing from
Yin Sexuality: Connecting on a Deeper, More Sensual Level
Links & Resources:Work with LauraAbout LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen hereEpisode Summary:In this episode I explore the practice of full-body pleasure in a Yin Full Body O Workshop, reflecting on how yin energy, vulnerability, and sensation intersect in sexual experience. I discuss how pleasure can be deeply h
A Guide to Overcoming Emotional Shutdown: Finding Pleasure in the Present
Links & Resources:Work with LauraAbout LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode, I explore emotional shutdown during sex and how to move through it with ease, presence, and pleasure. I share tools and practices to help you stay embodied, navigate your inner landscape, and create a se
Meg O’Neill on Embracing Your Full Range of Emotions
Links & Resources:Work with Laura: https://laura-ellen.com/contactAbout Laura: https://laura-ellen.com/aboutSubscribe to Substack: https://substack.com/@bylauraellen?Music by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7CQmZy8qRGBKGAaUcBCRXwEpisode Summary:In this episode, I sit down with Meg O'Neil to explore what it
Pleasure Beyond Limits—An Orgasm Episode
Links & Resources:Work with Laura: https://laura-ellen.com/contactAbout Laura: https://laura-ellen.com/aboutSubscribe to Substack: https://substack.com/@bylauraellen?Music by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7CQmZy8qRGBKGAaUcBCRXwEpisode Summary:In this shame free and judgement free episode, I explore vibra
Find Fresh Desire, Shift Out of Auto-Pilot & Revitalize Your Sex Life
Links & Resources:Work with Laura: https://laura-ellen.com/contactAbout Laura: https://laura-ellen.com/aboutSubscribe to Substack: https://substack.com/@bylauraellen?Music by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7CQmZy8qRGBKGAaUcBCRXwEpisode Summary:In this episode, I explore why we settle in our sexual and int
Sexual Energy Practices, Energetic Sex & A Kundalini Awakening
HOW YUM. Basically, this episode is going to define the difference between basic bitch sx and a sxuality that actually thrives & gives you radiant energy!In this episode I cover:What is sexual energyWhat stops us from engaging with sexual energySex as medicineThe difference between head-based practice vs embodiment practice.Orgasm as energy.Sexual energy for radiance, vitality, & magnetism
Magnetise Love & Date Like the Powerful Woman You Are
SENSUAL S-X GIVEAWAY BAYBEH! 100 episodes on #TheSexualWellnessPodcast later… Holy wow. 175.5k downloads! So many reviews, Dm’s, transformations, special guests, episodes being shared.My. Whole. Heart.So to celebrate, I’ma do an EPIC GIVEAWAY, and the prize is no joke; Lifetime access ticket to Sensual Sex (valued at $1,555).To enter, follow these steps:1: Follow my Instagram2: Comment on the epis
Why Couples Drift from Sex, Understanding Low Libido and Rekindling Passion
I made this episode in celebration of my new offering R A D I A N T - a free webinar designed to help you reignite your libido + feel sexy & lit from within.So why do so many of us feel shut down, depleted & completely out of lust?Find out on this recent episode where I talk about these important factors that have a drastic effect on our bodies & overall sexual vitality. Topics include
Kara-Leah on Direct Realisation Tantra & The Path Of Liberation
Kara-Leah is a transformational leader and teacher primarily influenced by the teachings of Classical Tantra (more on that in the episode). She is a prolific communicator and content creator, with a background in journalism and public service. In the last few decades she has published three books, written thousands of articles, produced hundreds of videos, and taught hundreds of retreats, training
How To Be an Unforgettable Kisser
Are you ready to be the facilitator of sparks-flying, whole-body-tingling, transcendental kissing experiences?You’re in luck honey because this episode is short, sweet, and all about kissin'.Here I give my top tips on how to be an unforgettable kisser, topics include;Oral hygiene - this is #1 for a reasonKissing styles and what to do if there's a clashDon't yuk someone's yumThe
Jessica Fawn on Classical Tantra, Intentional Pleasure & Doing The Work
Today I bring to you Shakti Tantra teacher (and dear friend of mine) Jessica Fawn onto the show to discuss her journey into sacred sexuality, how it's changed her life, and what it means to live a tantric life.Jess has dedicated her academic life to studying the phenomenon of women finding power in spirituality. She studied witchcraft, sex magic, and tantra and how these all see traditions women a
Prioritise Pleasure & Make Space For Sexy Self-Care
Another banger poddy episode. Get ready for some tough (yet loving) loving’.Do you find you’re always too busy for pleasure, or a pleasure practice?Do you feel like the whole house needs to be clean & everything is in order before you can enjoy intimacy or sx?Do you experience a wave of guilt after setting boundaries with people (particularly when putting yourself first over others' needs
How To Have Better Orgasms (Or Have Your First Orgasm!)
Female orgasm 101, baby!In this episode, I share some invaluable tips on how to set yourself up for the most exquisite pleasure in the bedroom covering topics like;Pre foreplay, ForeplayWhat stops women from orgasmingCreating ritual space (and why it’s important)How to practice feeling rather than thinkingHow to prepare your pussy powersCelebrating the opposite to orgasmWhat to do if you feel rush
Have The Best Sex of Your Life in 2022
I missed this so much! The podcast is by far one of the greatest joys in my professional life. Getting to riff on all things sex, love & relationships is kind of my dream. Thank you for being a part of it.ARE YOU READY TO HAVE THE BEST SX OF YOUR LIFE?Thought so ;).In this episode I cover (A LOT, get ready, she's 45 mins long);- The there styles of sex (and how to tell which one y
Claire Eccleston on Postpartum Intimacy
Welcome to this gentle, nurturing episode for those preparing for birth, those who have ever given birth, and care providers who support birthing and postnatal bodies.Claire Eccleston is a midwife, and craniosacral therapist working within the STREAM philosophy of internal pelvic work and scar tissue remediation post-birth. And together we discuss some important topics within the realms of birthin
How to Stay in Pleasure This Silly Season
Is this time of year a source of stress & overwhelm for you? As December ascends upon us and the silly season festivities draw near, I noticed myself (almost) falling into old patterns around being too "busy" for pleasure.So I thought what better idea than to call upon my fellow pleasure-queen & friend... Michelle Kasey @_michellekasey_ to discuss some killer tips on how to stay
How to Get Out of Your Head During Sex
It's common for my clients to speak about feeling a sense of "disconnect" during lovemaking. This can be due to a slew of reasons, and there are no one-size-fits-all solutions, although, there are some common misconceptions around performance anxiety that I address in this episode.If you desire to feel embodied, confident, and effortlessly oozing with pleasure in your sxual experien
Shift From Depletion, Numbness & Burnout to Vitality, Pleasure & Freedom
A quickie & a goodie...The busyness of the silly season is upon us, not to mention a landslide of tense global events & and an air uncertainty. I did a poll recently asking if you were feeling burnt out and over 70% of you said yes - WOW.Burnout is normal... But not necessary.In this episode, I cover some radical tips on how to shift away from burnout culture and step into a life of freed
Casual Sex, One Night Stands & Navigating Multiple Lovers
Is it spiritual to have casual sx? Is it OK to date multiple people at once? What if I'm not ready for a romantic relationship but still want physical intimacy? These are questions I get asked all the time! So I've brought you today answering these hot Qs and so many more.There are phases in life where romantic relationships are off the table and time to just have fun! This episode is d
How to Increase Vaginal Pleasure & Sensitivity
You heard me...The long-requested episode is HERE! In this episode, I share my favorite tips & techniques on how to increase sensitivity and expand your orgasmic capacity for vaginal O's!The episode is broken down into two core pillars; Stimulation Specifics & Self-training. Topics include:Why thrusting can interrupt pleasure.Femme Pleasure positive techniques such as Stilling, Riding
Overwhelm, Stress, The Nervous System & Reclaiming Your Libido
I've taken a slightly more vulnerable approach to this episode. As I launch my signature pleasure program, Sensual Sx, which promotes pleasure, vitality, feminine expression, and having really, really incredible sx... But I'm mindful of the harm that this can cause to women who simply aren't there right now.We live in a sex-crazed society. One that celebrates the DTF energy that ex
Fear Being ‘Too Much’? How to Make Space for Your Pleasure & Power
It's a learnable skill, babe ;) And I know you got it.Like, enough of the nice girl BS.The good girl, the perfect girl, the well-put-together girl, the girl who follows all the rules, the people-pleasing girl… She’s great n’ all.But there’s more to you than that.You’re deeper than that.You’re more alive than that.You’re more turned-on than that.You’re more powerful than that.There’s a part of you
Feminine-Centered Foreplay & Working With Responsive Desire
This week on #TheSexualWellnessPodcast I dive into effective foreplay strategies for the feminine soul and how to create that honeymooned style L U S T in any relationship (married or one-nighter).True foreplay goes far beyond the bedroom and in this episode, I cover the holistic nature of female libido & desire including:What puts the brakes or accelerator on female arousal.How to establish y
Rachel Garbary on Menstrual Cycle Awareness, Cyclical Living & Hormonal Health For Women
Here on popular demand! And such an important topic to cover in the realm of feminine wellbeing. Harnessing your hormones & knowing your cycle is the ultimate harnessing of your feminine superpowers, and today I bring to you an incredible guest to educate us on all things menstrual cycle awareness.Rachel Garbary is the founder of Inner Seasons - a heartfully curated range of organic herbal tea
Female Sexuality For Men - Five Tips That Really Turn Her On
Recently I did a questionnaire asking women what really turned them on. Not just in a kinda wet way… IN an OMG-fk-me-now way. There were certain themes that were overwhelmingly repeated.Wanna see? ;)These are the mains themes I saw that made a woman feel wet, open & in looove.Pressure-less Pleasure - Many women reported being more turned-on & open when they were able to engage in touch &am
Female Sexuality For Men - Presence, Freedom & Primal Power
This one is for the men! Or the curious couples... Or the ladies who are just passionate about all things love, sex & living a turned-on life...As a sex & relationship coach, I’ve listened to countless singles and couples explain what’s working… and what’s not working. The unfortunate truth that we face today as adults is that sex education is, well… a sham basically. What we think great s
Single? Pleasure Beyond Partnership & Owning Your Eros
Mhmmm. In this diverse and potent episode, I talk about being a (sexless) well-fucked woman no matter what your relationship status or life phase. I often ask couples & singles what makes sex "great" for them? How do they feel when they're having great sex & how this affects their everyday life? Their answers may surprise you as all of these qualities people suggest are not dependant on th
Secrets of Exquisite, Ecstatic Sex
Oh heeey,In this week's episode, I indulge you in my top ten tips on how to create truly nourishing (and deeply ecstatic!) sexual experiences.- Why you don't have to try hard to experience ecstatic pleasure- Why starfish is the best sex position and how to treat sex like Savasana.- Simplicity & the art of spaciousness- How to orient your body to pleasure through intentional masturbat
Annette Muller on Dating, Intimacy & Herpes
Herpes... A sexual death sentence or an invitation for sexual liberation?Annette & I vote for the latter, and in this conversation, we go all-in on the how & why.Shaking that herpes stigma and owning your story is a bold and courageous move. So to celebrate Annette coming out of the herpes closet, we decided to share this hugely powerful, intimately insightful, and downright liberating con
Simple Pleasure & Relaxing Into Receiving
It's time to end performance sex patterns and embrace your inner vanilla-queen! Exquisite pleasure can be found in the simplest ways, and to help illuminate this topic I've brought the wonderful Bonnie Bliss back on the show.In this episode, we dive into many topics (too many to wrap up into a title) around authentic pleasure, sexual conditioning, performing vs enjoying, and how to become an A+ st
Jealousy, Comparison & How To Create Desire-Positive Relationships
I was going to do this as an Instagram live but the topic is just so damn juicy I had to share it with you all.Compersion, what the hell is that? And how do we create relationships that allow for freedom and authenticity -while still remaining boundaried and safe?Jealousy & comparison are the biggest killers of love and libido around the globe, whether that of other women, of your partner&apos
Closing Doors, Ending Energy Leaks & Choosing Alignment Over Scarcity
Oh. My. GOSH.Season two, baby! And boy am I glad to be here. I knew this time would come, I also knew that when it did my body would feel that is was T I M E in every single ecstatic cell in my body - I was right.A couple of things first:1. My email list is the place to BE - Join it here:www.laura-ellen.com/sensual-living-workbook2. For that every-day inspo for heart-ruled living, come on over and
Somatic Sexologist, Bonnie Bliss on Multiple Orgasms, Cervical Pleasure
Welcome to part two of this epic two-part episode about all things orgasm!We get SUPER juicy with this one, discussing topics like...* Common myths and misconceptions that block us from accessing epic pleasure* All the different kinds of orgasm we can access* How I find pleasure even though I'm working on the computer soooo much lately* Why a holistic approach to sexuality is essential* Tools
Somatic Sexologist, Bonnie Bliss on Opening Your Body To More Sensitivity
You guessed it pleasure Queen, this two-part podcast series with the incredible Bonnie is dedicated to all thing orgasm, pleasure, and B E Y O N D.This week @bonniebliss.co and I deep dive into the world of female pleasure. Bonnie shares with us her eye-opening and whole-body-resounding definition of orgasm, the different types of female orgasm (this will blow your mind), and how to open and resen
Unlock Deep Pleasure & Assert Your Worth With Ease & Grace
In typical Laura-Ellen style, I decided to bring even more pleasure to this podcast by bringing on a special guest - Asti Maree!Asti and I are like two peas in a pod, and this episode is a frank conversation about sex, pleasure, and taking boundaries to the next level for a life that's grounded in respect + integrity.It's delicious, and of course FULL of mic drop moments that I know are
How To Be An Exquisite Lover & Enjoy Giving Pleasure
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:This week, I’m opening the secret vaults of my coaching work to share how to be an exquisite lover—truly enjoying both giving and receiving pleasure. If you’re seeking better sex or the partner of your dreams but find yourself avoi
Sexy Self Care For The Too-Busy Woman
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode, I give you some tough love about being "too busy"—too busy for sex, self-care, and the nourishing things that make life feel vibrant. If stress, chaos, and exhaustion are keeping you from feeling turned on or fully
Orgasms, Arousal, Female Sexuality, & Integrative Pleasure
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary (one paragraph):In this episode of Let’s Get Sexual, I sit down with Alicia McQuade to explore the richness of female sexuality. We dive into orgasm, arousal, and practical ways to integrate pleasure into everyday life, offering in
Boundary Bootcamp: How To Start Setting Boundaries Successfully
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:Welcome to Boundaries Month! In this episode, I dive into the sometimes awkward, uncomfortable, and even painful process of establishing new boundaries, especially if you’re just starting out. I share practical guidance to help you
Boundary Bootcamp: Healthy Boundaries For Thriving Love, Lust & Life
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:Welcome to Boundaries Month! In this episode, I dive into why boundaries are the secret ingredient to thriving, fulfilling relationships and how we often sabotage ourselves—from people-pleasing to habits like drugs or alcohol. Draw
Getting Started With Healthy Sexuality; A Step-By-Step Guide
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode, we take it back to the beginning, exploring how to set yourself up for success in sexual wellness and creating the turned-on life you desire. If you’ve ever felt stuck or unsure of your next steps, this episode off
Cultivate Rock Solid Intuition & Understand Your Bodies Wisdom
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode, I explore the four centers of intuition and how each contributes to your decision-making. I break down how tuning into your full-body signals can help you access a clear, embodied “YES” and harness your body wisdom
Cultivating Deep Trust In Relationships & Speaking Your Truth
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode of Better Loving, Laura Ellen and Stacey explore how to cultivate unshakeable trust in relationships by first learning to trust ourselves. They discuss the importance of standing up for your truth, fostering safety
Intuition, Dating & Knowing When To Let Go
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode, I’m joined by one of my favorite humans, Stacey O’Gorman, to bring sass, fire, and real talk to your ears. We dive deep into intuition—how to distinguish higher “knowings” from fear-based trauma responses—and explo
Keeping Long-Distance Love Alive & Intimate
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:Keeping the spark alive when you and your partner are apart can be challenging, especially when emotions run high. In this episode, I explore common relationship struggles during separation, including separation anxiety, avoidant o
Breast Massage & Unlocking Your Body’s Pleasure Center
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode, we dive into the powerful benefits of breast massage for mind, body, and soul. From supporting lymphatic drainage and calming the endocrine system to reclaiming your body after breastfeeding, your breasts are more
Sex, Money & The Felt Sense of Security
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode, I explore how sex, money, and security—energies rooted in our base and sacral chakras—intersect with fear, shame, and patterns of self-sabotage. Using Maslow’s hierarchy of needs and the basics of the chakra system
How To Stay Turned-On During Turbulent times
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:This episode is all about navigating desire and sexual connection when life feels chaotic. I share practical strategies to relieve stress, ease anxiety, and release sexual pressure, helping you slow down and tune into what you trul
Attract & Create a Relationship That You Actually Want
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In Episode #50, Laura Ellen dives into how to attract and create the relationship you actually want, beyond societal expectations and outdated models of love. She explores how modern relationships are built on choice, freedom, and
A Guide To Self-Love, Self-Trust & Self-Respect
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode, I cut through the Instagram quotes and wellness clichés to explore what self-love actually is. Self-love isn’t a feeling you wake up with—it’s a skill, often messy, challenging, and full of missteps. I share real t
Understanding Libido & How To Reignite Your Sexual Spark
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:Low libido doesn’t mean something is “wrong” with you. In this episode, Laura Ellen explores the surprising factors that can influence sexual desire and shares practical ways to restore your libido and reconnect with your sensual e
How to Talk About Sex, Boundaries & Desires
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:Communication is a sexual superpower—and an acquired skill that can transform every area of your life. In this episode, I share practical ways to encourage conversations rooted in understanding, empathy, and vulnerability, without
Abortion: A Loving, Shame-Free Guide To Letting Go
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode, I reflect on the complex emotions surrounding pregnancy, gratitude, and past decisions, particularly focusing on abortion. With compassion and care, I share guidance on moving through the process with ease, from pr
How To Love Being Single & Enjoy Your Own Company
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:This V-Day special is for all the single women out there! In this episode, I explore how being single is not a measure of your worth and how to shift your mindset from lack to abundance. I share how to embrace singledom as an excit
Overcome Jealously & Comparison of Other Women
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode of Better Loving, Laura Ellen explores how jealousy and comparison—especially toward other women—are natural emotions that can either hold us back or fuel our growth. She shares practical insights on how to work wit
Sexual Liberation on Your Own Terms
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode, I explore what sexual liberation truly means beyond societal pressures, collective norms, and performance expectations. Using reflections from my post-Kiwiburn experiences, I share how embracing your unique desires
Online Dating: How To Create Positive Experiences
Links & Resources:Work with LauraSubscribe to SubstackMusic by PIANIKA, a New Zealand based producer, creating capsules of sound and energy. Listen here.Episode Summary:In this episode of The Sexual Wellness Podcast, Laura Ellen dives into online dating and how to make it work for you. Despite the stigma around dating apps—time-wasting, swiping fatigue, or perceived “lower street cred”—online plat
Living a Sensual, Turned-On, Feminine Life in The Modern World
This episode is about how to be a confident, feminine woman at home, at work, and in the world. Femininity isn't always supported in our busy, go-go lives, so how can you integrate healthy sexuality and modern femininity into your every day for optimal health and happiness? Find out in this episode.xxWork with Laura Ellen:Book a connection call: https://calendly.com/lauraellen/discoverySELF S
Stop Performing & Start Enjoying Sex
Sex is to be enjoyed! So why do we get so caught up in the anxiety of it all? How can you let go of dissociating, understand your needs and tap into the real pleasure that you're capable of? By getting back into your BODY. This episode is about reclaiming your pleasure, learning to stay IN the experience and share your authentic sexuality with your partner for more magnetic, connected and dee
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