153: Shameless Sex + Psychedelics with April + Amy

We are exploring my favorite topic + the focus on this show: Sex
and Psychedelics.


Amy + April from Shameless Sex and I all play moderators as we
muse on our personal explorations + discoveries in plant medicine
+ psychedelics. 


Some of these stories are beautiful + sweet, and some of them
represent the darker, harder lessons we had to identify. Each of
them is profound and valuable. Hopefully this talk inspires you,
and if you need more support, I’ve created a guide for you.





In this episode, you’ll hear:




The movement towards decriminalizing psilocybin and a focus
on harm reduction




Safety considerations when combining psychedelics with sexual
healing




A redefinition of the complexities surrounding "sex" and
exploring how psychedelics can aid in this discovery




The supportive role of psychedelics in experiencing self-love
and surrender on a profound, embodied level




Dr. Cat's personal journey as a sex therapist, integrating
psychedelics into her professional practice




Exploring the erotic nature of psychedelics + Dr. Cat’s
model: Erosynthesis




Personal Ayahuasca experiences shared by Cat, April, and Amy,
along with the valuable lessons learned




The destigmatization of the natural ebbs and flows of
eroticism, particularly during times of grief




Holistic integration of psychedelic experiences + talk
therapy




Guidance and suggestions for individuals curious about
working with psychedelics




A comprehensive look at safety considerations and tips for
selecting the right facilitator for your psychedelic journey




The importance of preparation, integration, and building
trust with your chosen journey companions




Mental health considerations that should be addressed before
delving into the world of psychedelics




Exploring the potential for transformative and deeply
connected self-exploration during solo psychedelic
experiences




The differences between feminine and masculine facilitators
in the psychedelic realm






The crucial role of establishing and maintaining boundaries
to facilitate a deeper surrender into emotional depths for
profound healing.







MORE LINKS


Vetting Your Practitioners:
https://learn.sexloveyoga.com/Vetting%20Your%20Guide


Retreat Waitlist:


https://learn.sexloveyoga.com/RetreatWaitlist





THE SKINNY ON OUR SEXY GUEST


Amy Baldwin is a sex educator and sex and
relationship coach trained in both the Somatica and Hakomi
Methods. Amy is also the lead educator for überlube, co-owner of
a mother-daughter owned online pleasure boutique called Pure
Pleasure Shop, and was voted Sexpert of the Year within the
pleasure products industry.





April Lampert is co-owner and chief sales and
partnerships officer of Hot Octopuss, an innovative and
award-winning sex toy company. She was voted Woman of the Year in
the pleasure products industry and has been educating people
about sexual pleasure and sex toys at a global scale since 2008.





Together, Amy and April created the Shameless Sex
podcast, inspiring radical self-love, sexual
empowerment, and shame-free intimacy. Shameless Sex is known for
its unabashed real talk about sexuality with a playful twist, and
has been featured in mainstream media outlets such as
Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health, Men’s Health, Huffington Post, GQ,
and Maxim, among other platforms.