Sex, Love, and the Self
This podcast explores relationships as a means of personal growth and self-understanding. The host Jaclyn Lanae uses the metaphor of life as a classroom where relationships are our tutors. Each episode examines how relationships function, how we behave within them, and what they reveal about ourselves and society. The goal is to use these insights to improve our lives, communities, and connections with others.
Episodes
Sex, Love, and the Self | The art (and empowerment) of embodiment
Coach and author Jaclyn Lanae and Wren Morrow, an outdoor boudoir and erotic adventure photographer, discussed the art of embodiment, asserting that pleasure is primarily accessible in an embodied state and should be viewed as constantly accessible rather than something to be earned. We discussed the commoditization of self-care and the hyper-individualized idea of self-sufficiency, emphasizing th
Can curiosity cure our relationship challenges?
We all know communication is key in relationships, particularly when we're facing conflict. But is there a key to communication? Coach Jaclyn Lanae and relationship counselor Terry Irvine discuss the ways that curiosity in communication can help to move us through the challenges romantic partnerships can bring to heal ourselves and our relationships. Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self
Dating burnout? Create great relationships faster
More dates does not necessarily equal a higher probability of creating a great connection. Nor a great relationship. Coach Ellyn and I discuss why we get burned out in dating, and how we can create great relationships by being more authentic. More intentional. Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Separate bedrooms = happier marriages?
How breaking the conventional "rules" in relationships can actually help us to have healthier, happier, relationships. Understanding why we believe relationships need to be a certain way to be successful. Creating better relationships by being more authentic versions of ourselves IN them. Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Coach Jaclyn Lanae and Coach Ellyn: Pleasure and Authenticity in Relationships
In this episode we discuss how loving and accepting ourselves for who and how we are in the world can help us to create or enhance romantic relationships. From body image issues to working through the idea that empowered people are "too independent" for relationships, we get into a variety of topics, exploring how empowering ourselves to love who we are more deeply can improve our relati
Why do we hold onto relationships that aren't working?
In this episode we hear the story of a woman that is holding onto a relationship that isn't working and explore WHY. We also talk about how she could potentially release that pattern, and IF she should release that pattern. Additionally, we discuss two women's quest for a relationship and explore ideas around how they can adjust their energies and perspectives in relationships to manifest
Mind the Gap
This is a SHORTIE. I inadvertently had to take a brief hiatus from the Podcast, and I just want to catch everybody up on why... and talk about the new stuff coming! Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Start Here: What Sex Love and the Self is all about.
I believe that self love can change EVERYTHING. It can (and will) change you, your life, your circumstances, your relationships... but I believe it can also change the world. People who deeply love themselves don't need money and power over others to show their worth to the world. They don't need to demean or control others in order to feel like they're "right". I learned so
Unlabeling Ourselves for Authenticity
We think we know who we are. And we do. But there are so many layers to the reality of who we are that we might not be aware of. Discover new depths of your understanding of yourself by un-labeling yourself. Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Relationship Roles and Expectations
Can there be connection with out understanding? What happens when we feel like the people that hold the most intimate places in our lives don't really understand us? What can we do when we feel like they just can't LOVE us right? Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Empowerment in being wrong
Nobody likes to be wrong. But there's a tremendous power in owning it when we are. And all kinds of ways we can empower ourselves in BEING wrong - particularly in relationships. Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Just Let It Be GOOD
Yes, we need to be prepared for challenges that come up in our lives. But is it possible we're taking it too far? Is it possible we're not ENJOYING our lives because we're trying to avoid being hurt? Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Manifestation and Trust
When things go wrong in our lives, is that a sign that we're doing the wrong thing? Learning to trust our higher, divine energy selves can help us to actually receive what we want. What we're meant to have. Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Making Envy Work For Us
Envy is an inherently human emotion. But is it always bad? In this episode we explore how we can use envy to take a new perspective and help us grow. Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Understanding Fear and Intuition
We KNOW things... our bodies, our intuition is constantly feeding us messages. But which ones are fear and which ones are encouragement forward? Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Sex, Love and the Self: Believing in the MAGIC
Around here, we believe in magic. Or, more pointedly, energy. And our ability to adjust our energy in order to CHANGE. OUR. LIVES. In this episode, we talk about a few of the ways "magic" has come to pass for us personally. Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Squirrel Dreams 2024
2024 is finally here! We're ECSTATIC to embrace whatever changes will come this year to chase our Squirrel Dreams. More than that, however, we're ecstatic to help YOU chase YOURS. Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
(Still) a Fond Farewell, 2023
2023 was a DOOZY. For many (most?) of us. But there's a lot of good in there too. And we can use it to make 2024 a better year. For real this time. Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Taking down the Patriarchy with Self Love
Yes, we know the patriarchy needs to be fixed. Or, rather, destroyed - and then new systems rebuilt. But how can we do that if we aren't activists or community leaders? Is it possible to take down the broken patriarchal systems with LOVE? Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Love Goggles
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The Gift of Presence
We know that life is change, that ultimately, everything is temporary. In life, that can be a fun and wonderful perspective. In relationships however, it can mean that we will experience pain. If relationships are temporary, are they worth investing ourselves in? Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Transformation Time
Halloween, or Samhain, is a season of change and transformation. How can we sieze this invitation to explore and experiment with who we REALLY are, who we want to be? Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
The Value of Getting Wild
As children it seems easier to take risks. As adults however, we often stop doing that, opting for safe and comfortable and secure. But is there value in getting wild? In risking it? Especially with our hearts? Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Bravely Not Helping (and Healing Ourselves)
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Of Vibrators and Men
Our awareness of what brings us pleasure is essential to our ability to receive and really enjoy it. But how do we choose the right man - or device - to get us there? Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
The Power of our DRESS
What we wear has been dictated to us, sometimes BY us, for so long. But is fashion really that important? And if it is, how can we reclaim our autonomy and empowerment from our CLOTHES - and all the other products sold to women? Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Chasing the Chispa
We've all had those moments when we feel that magic something.... that spark with someone that tells us that this person might be OUR person. But is that really what it's saying? Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Learning to Enjoy the Buffet
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Giving Ourselves Value
We - humans, and in this narration, women - struggle and fight for value in the world in all kinds of ways. But, are we doing the work ourselves? Are we giving OURSELVES value? Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Is it time to let monogomy die?
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UN Becoming a Penis Pleaser
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Loving Gender Fluidiy
We have to have labels for gender and sex... right? But do we? Science is showing us that gender has never really been exactly what we thought it was anyway. What if we looked at it in a different way all together? Get full access to Sex, Love, and the Self at jaclynlanae.substack.com/subscribe
Single Seeking Self
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To App or Not To App
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Make Yourself Magic Podcast: Toxic Compassion
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Make Yourself Magic Podcast: She's Just Not That Into You
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Make Yourself Magic Podcast: Soldiering On
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