Sex Is Medicine With Devi Ward

Gen X is often referred to as “the forgotten generation”. In spite of being forgotten, WE are the generation that invented the internet and laid the groundwork for the world as we know it. Our generation marked the transition from an analog world into a digital one. Our generation ushered in the era of MTV, VH1, Indie films, video games, Hip Hop and Seattle grunge. We are trailblazers, innovators, entrepreneurs, and… we are now officially middle aged.So how does being a middle aged GenXer affect our sex life? What are some of the unique challenges that we need to deal with now in order to have healthy and fulfilling sex lives?Join Devi Ward Erickson and The Gen SeXologist, Renée Yvonne, as they discuss the unique sexual concerns for those of us born between 1965-1980 in North America.Tune in to this AASECT award winning show to find out:•• The sexual concerns specific to Gen X• How to communicate your needs in a sexless relationship• how to handle the side effects of medication and health issues• How to deal

What would it feel like to be fully sexually embodied? What if fully embracing your seuxality led to greater integration of your humanity? Join Devi Ward Erickson and sexual healer and certified Authentic Tantra® Practitioner, Sunshine Ryan for a powerful conversation about using sexual pleasure as a pathway for healing, embodiment, and the realization of Bliss Consciousness.Tune in to this AASECT award winning show to find out:• What is the embodiment of Sex• What does embodiment mean?• What gets in the way of our “wholeness”?• The connection between God, sex, and orgasm• What does it feel like to live an orgasmic life?• How do we envoke erotic energy to power our lives?• How do we get from pain to living a pleasure-based life?Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear two Vajryayana sexual practitioners share their journey of healing and “enlightenment” through authentic Tantric sexual yoga.

Do you have questions about sexuality, pleasure, and personal growth? Join Devi Ward Erickson and her team of Authentic Tantra experts and certified sexologists Rosie Bitts, Lucia Vasquez + Karen Craig of Explore The Art of Tantra as they answer listener’s questions about:*How to orgasm after a hysterectomy*Can you get addicted to your vibrator?*The benefits of ejaculation for men* The 4 types of female ejaculationOur team of certified sexologoists answers YOUR questions about sexuality and pleasure every month! Send in your questions to authentictantra.com for us to answer LIVE!Tune in to this AASECT award winning show!

In the field of sexual health and wellness there is a keen interest in creating “conscious partnership”. But what does this mean in practical terms and how does one go about transforming an ordinary relationship into one that is more awakened, aware, and sexually ALIVE!Join Devi Ward Erickson and her guest, Lee Noto, intimacy and self-expression coach, as they explore what it means to have a “conscious” partnership and how how you can you use communication and SEX to activate your connection.What is a “conscious partnership”What does a conscious partnership include/look like and feel like?How can we elegantly navigate conflict and steer toward connectionWhat it “really” means to hold space for yourself & your partnerHow to become aware of our own projections in partnershipEmbodiment practices to deal with relational triggersHow to create a sexually ALIVE partnershipTune in to the 2021 ASSECT Live Web Series show, Sex Is Medicine with Devi Ward Erickson!

Join Devi Ward Erickson and the legendary sexual wholeness educator, A’magine (formerly known as Amy Jo Goddard) as they discuss the link between our wholeness as human beings and our sexual pleasure, desire, and expression. In this fun and wide ranging conversation they touch upon:1. What it means to reclaim your sexual wholeness2. Pleasure as a path to personal growth3. The vital need in our society for pleasure based-sex education4. The sexual violence of infant male circumcision5. Asexuality and sexual empowerment6. The Fire Woman retreat and activating your sexual vitality and POWER!Don’t miss this fun and inspirational conversation with two legends in the field of sexual wholeness!

Erotic Art has been part of the human experience for millennia. But there is HUGE difference between Erotic “Art” and mainstream porn. Join Devi Ward Erickson and her guest, visual artist and Photographer, Ricardo Scipio as they discuss the toxic limitations of mainstream phonography and the healing impact of Eros as an art form.TUNE IN TO FIND OUT:What inspires one to become an erotic artistThe challenges of being a POC in the white dominated realm of sexual expressionsThe lessons of sex and intimacy transmitted through erotic artThe toxic legacy of mainstream porn such as racism, lack of diversity, lack of human connectionSex-negativity and censorship in social media and the wider societyThe transcendental expense of photographing authentic, unapologetic, connected sex

The desire for connection and erotic expression is hardwired into the human design. The process of “rewilding” sexual relationships allows us to understand and embrace our innate human-primate desire for connection and eros and integrate that with our domesticated, socialized values. Join Devi Ward Erickson and her guest, Victor Warring as they discuss what it means to take a somatic approach to “rewilding” eroticism and relationships in order to create sustainable regenerative connections.Tune in to find out:What it means to "rewild" eroticism/relationship?Why is a somatic approach necessary for this process?What is human domestication? How does it impact our sexual expression/connection?What is the connection between sexual shame, morality and pathology?What is sexual sovereignty and what role does it play in relationships?What role does community play in sexuality and relationships?What type of relationship structures are most "natural" to humans?

Menopause is described as the permanent cessation of menstruation, which generally begins between the ages of 45-55 unless it is induced medically via; cancer, hysterectomy, or other physical phenomena. Along with creating hormonal changes such as a decrease in estrogen and progesterone and a slight increase in testosterone which often can affect sexual desire and sensation, menopause can also carry with it emotional changes such as age- shame, grief over the loss of child birthing privilege, and a loss of sexual identity.Join Devi Ward Erickson and CATP and ACS Certified Sexologist, Sequieta Whitfield as they explore how the holistic healing methods of the Authentic Tantra® modality can help alleviate acute menopausal symptoms and enhance sexual wellness.Find out:*How menopause changes your body*Common symptoms*Holistic and conventional remedies*Menopause and sexuality*Tantric methods to support the body and enrich sexual wellness

There have been several deeply disturbing exposes in recent years about sexual abuse, violations, and misconduct in the tantra and sacred sexuality industry. Several credible claims of abuse and misconduct have been lodged against various well-known tantra schools and at least one person has had criminal charges filed against them. In November of 2020 BBC Radio released a 10 episode podcast expose on the One Taste Cult (which is NOT TANTRA but is often confused with Tantra).In this episode of Sex Is Medicine, Devi explores the troubling climate of abuse in the Western sacred sexuality industry, the importance of lineage and accountability, and outlines some red flags and things to watch out for in your Tantra providers. She is joined by colleagues, certified Authentic Tantra® practitioners, and ACS certified sexologists, Karen Craig and Rosie Bitts.

Traditionally Buddhist Tantra has two paths to realization- that of the monk and that of the Tantrik yogi/householder. Devi Ward Erickson was instructed in the sexual application of traditional Tibetan Tantric practices by her mentors and was given permission to teach the Tibetan 5 Elements for Sexual Healing by her root Lama, who falls in the latter category of Tantrik Yogi or Ngakpa. Because most Westerners have been introduced to Tibetan Buddhist Tantra via celibate monks, there is a misconception that traditional tantra does not include or emphasize sexual teachings. Nothing could be further from the truth! Join Devi and her Tantric Consort, Dr. Chris Erickson as they share a unique perspective on*The Historical roots of Buddhist Tantra*Differences between Tibetan Buddhist and Neo-Tantra*Why is there confusion about sexual teachings in Tantra?*The path of the monk vs. the path of the Tantrik *Can modern Tantra actually BE authentic

Join Devi Ward Erickson and Dr. Laurie Steelsmith as they discuss how every woman (and man) can have great sex naturally!* Find out some of the most common sexual health complaints, and how they can be effectively treated with natural medicine* The most common causes of “loss of libido” and natural remedies for getting your sexy back!* Some surprising natural aphrodisiacs* How sex is proven to enhance the mind/body/spirit connectionAnd the 4 corner stones of sexual health and wellness!

Devi Ward Erickson interviews Psychologist and Author, Beverly Engel about what to do when your partner has a history of Childhood Sexual Abuse.

What is the impact of hormonal contraceptives on female libido and sexual function? Tune in to listen as Devi and her guest, Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, author of “The Fifth Vital Sign” discuss the impact that hormonal contraceptives have on your overall health and sexual function, and discover the incredible connection between your menstrual cycle and your overall health!Find out:*Why we should consider the menstrual cycle a vital sign of overall health?*How do hormonal contraceptives impact libido?*What does the research say about this link?*What is the connection between hormonal contraceptives and painful sex?*What impact do hormonal contraceptives affect your ladyparts? (i.e. clitoral shrinkage and thinning of the vaginal introitus)*Impact of hormonal contraceptives on partner attraction and the possible implications of this

Devi speaks with Dr. Lexx about self image and how it affects our sexuality.In this episode Dr. Lexx and Devi discuss...* How our self image is under media attack, especially for people of color.* Why self-image for women is determined by Men* Gilligan's Theory of Morality Sexuality* The behaviors and acts of sex can be affected by self-image* Power and the notion of rejection with regard to health sexuality

Devi speaks with special guest, Lee Harrington about Sacred Kink, the Bliss of Bondage, and Gender Issues in Sex Positive Communities.

Devi speaks with Brion and Karen Craig about the importance of integrating our spiritual, energetic and sexual selves.Brion and Karen Craig are life and relationship coaches who own Next Chapter Relationship Coaching to help couples and singles transition to their next chapter. They also own Love, Sex and Intimacy Retreats that hosts retreats and events that focus on themes such as The Art of Sacred Sexuality. They operate Brion and Karen Boudoir Photography to create stunning sensual images of women and couples and are the developers of an energy healing modality called the Energy Body Synergy TechniqueConnect with Brion and Karen Craig at:http://www.BrionandKaren.comhttp://www.SacredSexualityRetreat.comhttp://www.TheSensualityExperience.com

What are the positive affects of orgasm on the human brain, and can orgasmic pleasure be used to "reprogram" neural pathways and change toxic behaviors?Join Devi and Grand Trine Tantra Master, Thomas Hargrove, as they discuss using pleasure as medicine to alter consciousness by changing brain patterns.Find out:* What causes distortions in self perception* What are Counterfeit Personality Structures?* How do you manage a C.P.S?* What is Neural Plasticity?* 3 Layers of the Brain and its Functions* Reprogramming the mind with pleasure.

Devi speaks with Dr. Tamara Griffin about how to introduce healthy sexual concepts to your teenagers.Find out:Barriers, boundaries, and the importance of having conversations about sexDoes talking about sexuality with youth give them permission to have sexWhat age should you start talking to your childrenWhat roles should parents, schools, churches/faith organizations play in teaching youth about sex?Tell us about your #HowDareINot #ISaveLives Healthy Sexuality MovementDr. TaMara loves nothing more than talking about sex! At the age of 13, she told her mother she wanted to be a Sex Therapist! Her passion is deeply rooted in spreading messages about healthy sexuality. Dr. TaMara is a sexologist, sex therapist, educator and motivational speaker with more than 20 years of experience speaking, writing and teaching about sexuality. She travels the country helping individuals embrace and honor their sexuality. Dr. TaMara has published numerous books and articles. She is the owner of L.I.F.E. by Dr. TaMara Griffin L

Discover how womb health and Yoni consciousness through vaginal steaming can help release emotional and sexual trauma, and revitalize sensuality for happiness, joy, love and sexual pleasure.Find out:* What is Yoni Steaming?* What are the benefits?* Can it help increase sexual pleasure?* Is Yoni Steaming new?* Working Through Trauma for healthier relationshipsTune in Live at 7pm PST!About Tracey Bryant~Tracey R. Bryant is a Sensual Empowerment Coach, certified Yoni Steam Practitioner, Feminine Health and Wellness Educator, and Womb Advocate. She has a Bachelor’s Degree from McNeese State University in Sociology and Human Sexuality, and I have a license in Social Work. She is a certified Natural Health and Wellness Consultant. She is a Rape Crisis, and Domestic Violence Volunteer, Counselor and Advocate, and AIDS/HIV Pre Test – Post Test Counselor and Outreach Educator.Find out more about Tracey at:http://www.sensualhoneywellness.com/index.htmlTwitterwww.twitter.com/thehoneydivaFacebookwww.facebook.com/thehoney

The greatest discoveries in female reproductive health made in the United Staes were built upon the bodies of Black women, and yet- women of color continue to struggle for equality in the sex education industry.Why is this, and what can we do to create justice, equality, and respect?Devi speaks with Sexologist, Bianca Laureano about the 'herstory" of women of color in the field of sex education, uncovering the link between where we were, and where we are today.Find out why:* The bodies of Black women are what the US sexuality field is built upon* Our healing from historical trauma, colonization, and finding pleasure is imperative* The WOCSHN is open to anyone who identifies as a woman of color* Centering the sexual pleasure of Black women is racial justice* Language is alive and changing.About Bianca Laureano~ Bianca is an award-winning LatiNegra sexologist who has been in the US sexology field for over 15 years. Her background is in Black and Latinx sexualities, education, media justice, and youth culture. S