Blending Science, Spirituality, & Sacred Sex with Samantha Charles

Have a question or comment? Send it to Kristin!I met Samantha Charles at a yoni casting ceremony. Yes, you read that right! It was such a beautifully connective and healing experience, and I am grateful she accepted the invitation to come on the podcast!In this episode, Samantha shares her journey into the realm of sacred sexuality and how she intertwines the divine and the taboo through science, spirituality, and sacred sex. We also chat about healing the feminine, spiritual bypassing, the importance of somatic practices, cycle tracking, and yoni casting ceremonies as a way to release shame, increase confidence, and step into more profound love and acceptance.TakeawaysHealing happens in the body, and somatic work is essential for this process.Integrating science and spirituality can provide a more holistic understanding of the world.Education and knowledge about the body and sexuality are crucial for personal growth and well-being.Challenging societal taboos and misconceptions around topics like sex and the female cycle is necessary for empowerment and self-discovery. Natural birth control involves understanding the different phases of the menstrual cycle.Ovulation is the peak of the cycle and a time of energy and outward expression.The luteal phase is a time of transition and introspection.Tracking and being in relationship with one's cycle is important for understanding and honoring the body.The Yoni casting kit is a tool for connecting with and honoring the body.We are all different and beautiful in our own unique ways.Chapters00:00, Introduction and Background03:01, The Journey into Somatic Healing and Sacred Sexuality08:55, Integrating Science and Spirituality12:52, Womb Healing and Embracing the Female Cycle19:05, Challenging Taboos: Education and Empowerment26:49, Understanding the Phases of the Menstrual Cycle27:19, The Peak of the Cycle: Ovulation28:15, The Luteal Phase: Transition and Introspection33:05, Tracking and Honoring the Cycle36:31, Connecting with the Body: The Yoni Casting Kit45:18, Embracing Our Differences: We Are All BeautifulConnect with Sam:InstagramWebsiteGrow As We Go PodcastSupport the showConnect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramFacebook YouTubeKristin’s Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul Spotify AudiobookSubscribe:YouTubeSpotifyApplePeptides:Oral Quicksilver GHK/Copper Peptidehttps://elliemd.com/kristinbirdwellMicrodose 🍄 https://myfeelium.co/password: opensesameCode: kristin20 for 20% off