Embodi Your Wild with Karolyne LaFortune

For over 20 years, I couldn't eat a raw apple.Or carrots, pears, cherries, plums and the list went on and on.What started as a strange tingling sensation in my mouth as a teenager eventually became years of anxiety around food, fear of allergic reactions, panic attacks, doctor visits, allergist appointments, naturopathic protocols, and constantly wondering where the nearest hospital was whenever I ate something unfamiliar.In this episode, I share my personal journey with Oral Allergy Syndrome (also known as Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome), how it affected my life, and the surprising way my symptoms began to change through embodiment work.This is not a story about finding a miracle cure.It's a story about reconnecting to my body, exploring the relationship between the nervous system and immune system, releasing years of tension, fear, and emotional holding patterns, and discovering what became possible when I stopped treating my body like the enemy.I also share the experiences that shaped my relationship with safety, trust, boundaries, anxiety, and self-expression, and why I believe the body often speaks through symptoms long before we learn how to listen.🌹 In This Episode We Talk About:What Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) isThe foods I reacted to for over 20 yearsGrowing up with allergies, asthma, and a reactive immune systemThe tattoo reactions that landed me in the hospitalAnxiety, panic attacks, and fear around foodThe connection between stress, trauma, and the bodyWhy conventional approaches never gave me the answers I was looking forThe embodiment session that changed everythingLearning to listen to the wisdom of the bodyThe relationship between nervous system regulation and healingBoundaries, self-trust, and reclaiming personal powerWhy symptoms may sometimes be invitations rather than enemiesThe role embodiment played in my healing journey✨ Important NoteThis episode shares my personal experience and is not medical advice. Please continue following the recommendations of your healthcare providers regarding allergies, medications, EpiPens, and medical treatment.🔥 Mentioned in This EpisodeEmbodi Your Wild Women's RetreatA luxurious, witchy, embodied weekend for women ready to reconnect with their bodies, pleasure, erotic power, and wild feminine nature through movement, somatic practices, rest, nature, sisterhood, and deep nourishment.October 23–25, 2026La Minerve, Quebecwww.embodipole.com/retreat🌹 Connect with KarolyneInstagram: @itsmekarolyneEmbodiPole: @embodipolewww.embodipole.com

In this episode of Embodi Your Wild, I sit down with holistic sex coach Jenna Switzer for an open, honest, and deeply empowering conversation about sex, pleasure, intimacy, shame, pelvic floor healing, and what it really means to feel empowered in your body.We talk about the difference between performative sexuality and true embodied intimacy, why so many women feel disconnected from pleasure, and how nervous system regulation, stress, shame, trauma, and everyday life all impact our relationship with sex.Jenna shares her personal journey through purity culture, sexual trauma, pelvic floor healing, and rediscovering her own pleasure — and how that led her into becoming a holistic sex coach helping others reconnect to intimacy in a way that feels safe, authentic, and deeply nourishing.This conversation goes far beyond the bedroom. It’s about learning to feel, soften, receive, communicate, and reconnect to yourself.Connect with JennaWebsite www.jennaswitzer.comIG @jenna_switzerConnect with [email protected]

I sit down with former midwife and birth advocate Lyanne Pinto for a powerful conversation about birth, informed choice, intuition, and reclaiming trust in the female body.With over 18 years attending births and 13 years working as a midwife, Lyanne shares her perspective on how modern birth culture has become deeply rooted in fear, disconnection, and over-medicalization — and why women deserve better education, deeper support, and true informed choice throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.We talk about empowered birth, nervous system regulation, the connection between the voice and the womb, advocating for yourself within the healthcare system, and how women can reconnect to their intuition and inner knowing during one of the most transformative experiences of their lives.This conversation is raw, honest, empowering, and deeply validating for any woman navigating pregnancy, motherhood, or her relationship with her body.Connect with LyanneIG @lyanne.pintowww.lyannepinto.comwww.embodipole.com@embodipole @itsmekarolyne

In this episode of Embodi Your Wild, I dive into what erotic energy actually is — beyond sex, beyond seduction, beyond performative femininity.When most people hear the word “erotic,” they immediately think of sex, porn, or being desirable for someone else. But erotic energy is so much deeper than that. It’s your life force. Your creativity. Your aliveness. Your pleasure. Your voice. Your boundaries. Your power.This episode is about reconnecting to the current that lives inside your body and reclaiming the parts of yourself that may have been buried under stress, overgiving, shame, people-pleasing, burnout, trauma, and disconnection.I also guide you through a grounding embodiment practice to help you connect to your womb, your body, and your own erotic energy in a deeper way.🌹 In This Episode I Talk About:What erotic energy actually isThe difference between erotic energy & sexual energyWhy so many women feel disconnected from themselvesHow stress, trauma & overgiving disconnect us from the bodyErotic energy as creativity, life force & expansionBoundaries, identity & energetic protectionThe connection between pleasure, pain & sensationWhy pleasure is our birthrightHow erotic energy impacts money, creativity & self-worthCycles, nervous system regulation & feminine energyLearning to trust your body’s “full body yes” and “full body no”Reconnecting to yourself through embodiment practices🔥 Retreat Embodi Your Wild Women’s RetreatA deeper, witchier, more embodied weekend experience for women ready to reconnect to themselves through movement, shadow work, somatics, sisterhood, rest, sensuality, and nature.October 23–25, 2026La Minerve, Quebecwww.embodipole.com/retreat🌹 Connect with KarolyneInstagram: @itsmekarolyneEmbodiPole: www.embodipole.com

In this episode of Embodi Your Wild, I sit down with EmbodiPole Coach Erika to explore her journey from Mexico to Canada with nothing but two suitcases and her pole… and how movement became medicine through some of the biggest transitions of her life.We dive into embodiment, womb work, birth, menstrual cycle awareness, voice activation, and the powerful connection between the body, movement, and healing. Erika shares how pole supported her through heartbreak, isolation during the pandemic, and finding home within herself while also stepping into her work as a doula and women’s health educator.This conversation is a reminder that the body holds wisdom… and when women feel safe enough to soften, express, and listen inward, transformation happens.What We Explore:Erika’s move from Mexico to CanadaHow pole became medicine through life transitionsThe evolution from acrobatic pole to embodiment & flowBecoming a doula and supporting women through birthThe connection between voice, sound & the wombWhy women are so disconnected from their bodiesMenstrual cycle awareness & reconnecting to feminine rhythmsThe importance of community and safe spaces for womenEmbodiment as a pathway to healing, pleasure & self-expressionThe “Wild Womban” energy and learning to trust the body🔥 Connect with KarolyneInstagram: @itsmekarolyne @embodipoleLearn more about EmbodiPole: www.embodipole.com

I am reuniting with Crimson Minx, the creatrix of Esoeroticism, a movement modality alchemizing erotic dance with esoteric magick.From pushing her body to the brink for pole tricks to burning it all down to surrender to the Dark Feminine, Crimson shares her journey to true erotic liberation. We discuss alchemizing womb shame, why your body is a sacred portal, and how to stop performing your sensuality and start embodying your sovereign power.What We Explore:Masculinizing the Pole: Why we get trapped in the hustle of skill acquisition and how to transition into deep, body-led movement.The True Dark Feminine: Debunking aesthetic myths to understand how this repressed energy actually gives us our boundaries and raw power.Erotic vs. Sexual Energy: The profound difference between self-sourced, autonomous erotic energy (just for you) and sexual energy directed toward a partner.Cosmic Burn-Downs: How astrological portals like the Uranus Opposition trigger the courage to burn everything down and rebrand your identity.Alchemizing Womb Shame: Returning shame to where it belongs and using the darkness of the womb for endless creative potential.Connect & Dive Deeper with Crimson:esoerotic.comInstagram: @esoerotic.magick and @crimson.minxFollow me on Instagram@embodipole@itsmekarolyne

Welcome to the Embody Your Wild podcast! Today, we are sitting down with EmbodiPole Coach Jenn for a masterclass in what happens when you stop ignoring the pull of your desires.From navigating the energetic boundaries of a strip club backroom to holding potent space in sacred cacao ceremonies, Jenn shares exactly what it looks like to untame your life. She opens up about her spontaneous decision to start stripping during a full moon eclipse, reclaiming her erotic life force, and why true wildness is really just following your body's deepest "Yes."What We Explore:The Body’s Wisdom: How moving through physical pain on the pole forced Jenn to release deeply held anger.The Full Moon Debut: Her wild decision to become a stripper, and what the club taught her about energetic boundaries.Inward vs. Outward Performance: The profound difference between performing for an audience versus dancing purely for your own pleasure.Sacred Medicine: How ecstatic dance, Kambo, and cacao ceremonies shape her ability to hold potent space.Embodying the Wild: Why being feral is sometimes as simple as keeping a 12-pack of confetti poppers in your car.Connect & Dive Deeper:Train with Coach Jenn: Check out the EmbodiPole schedule to join her in the studio.www.embodipole.comBecome an EmbodiPole Coach: Ready for your own massive personal evolution? Registration is open for the next 16-week EmbodiPole Coach Mentorship & Sensual Arts Certification.https://momence.com/m/264269Embodi Your Wild Women's Retreat www.embodipole.com/retreatFollow us on IG: @EmbodiPoleJenn @breathing_mira.je

Today, we are sitting down with EmbodiPole Coach Meghan P. for a masterclass in ditching perfectionism and finding true presence in your body.From starting pole strictly for the athletic challenge to discovering her deeply sensual side, Meghan shares exactly what it looks like to evolve from sport to embodiment. She opens up about navigating the duality of being a quiet introvert in her daily life versus holding potent, body-led space in the studio, using movement to heal from a difficult past, and why giving yourself permission to be messy is the secret to true confidence.What We Explore:The Duality of the Dancer: How Meghan balances being reserved in her personal life with being an electric, powerful presence on the pole.Redefining Failure: Her life-changing philosophy of "make it happen first, make it good later" and letting go of the pressure to be perfect.Healing Through Sensuality: How shifting from fitness-focused tricks to body-led embodiment provided a safe container to heal and learn to truly love herself.The Three-Minute High: Why she competes purely for the deep presence and feeling of being in her body on stage and why she rarely watches her own performance videos.Grounding in the Wild: How stepping outside barefoot, feeling the wet grass, and tending to her backyard chickens helps her reset and stay anchored.Connect & Dive Deeper:Train with Coach Meghan: Check out the EmbodiPole schedule to join her in the studio.www.embodipole.comBecome an EmbodiPole Coach: Ready for your own massive personal evolution? Registration is open for the next 16-week EmbodiPole Coach Mentorship & Sensual Arts Certification.https://momence.com/m/264269Embodi Your Wild Women's Retreat www.embodipole.com/retreatFollow us on IG:@[email protected]

Karolyne LaFortune shares her journey of uncovering the healing power of voice, exploring its transformative impact on the body and emotions, and addressing challenges and blockages in using the voice. She also discusses the connection between sound, mood, and body, as well as the evolution of her relationship with her voice. The conversation with Carolyn Colibri delves into the journey of vulnerability and expression through music, the reclamation of voice and sovereignty, the impact of initiation and inner exploration, the search for belonging and wild experiences, the starting point for self-exploration, and the opportunity to work with Carolyn Colibri for voice development. Carolyn's story highlights the power of music in expressing emotions, overcoming people-pleasing, and embracing the human experience.www.carolyncolibri.comIG @carolyn.colibriEmbodi Your Wild Women's Retreatwww.embodipole.com/retreat

The conversation explores the concept of embodying one's wild nature through connection to self, noticing sensations and desires, nourishing the body, mindful consumption, receiving and expressing, building a support system, and taking action. It emphasizes the importance of being present in the body, listening to sensations, and taking steps to live authentically and boldly.https://www.embodipole.com/workshops

The conversation revolves around the transformative power of embodiment practices and the journey to self-connection. It explores healing, self-discovery, disconnect, deservingness, and the Embodi Your Wild Retreat. The discussion delves into the transformational weekend experience, living through the senses, unplugging, and the excitement for the retreat.

Karolyne LaFortune shares her journey of self-discovery and transformation, from pursuing a career in music to founding Iron X Fitness and rebranding to EmbodiPole, a women-only space focused on feminine embodiment and empowerment. Her experiences with pole dancing, pregnancy, and business rebranding have shaped her approach to coaching and creating a supportive community for women.Upcoming Events: Voice & Womb Connection Workshop Embodi Your Wild Women's Retreat June 5-7, 2026https://www.embodipole.com/workshops

A guided movement meditation that focuses on embodiment through breath, sound, movement, and touch. The practice encourages deepening awareness of the body and its sensations, allowing for intuitive movement and self-exploration.TakeawaysEmbodiment through breath, sound, movement, and touchDeepening awareness of the body and intuitive movement

Karolyne shares her journey of embracing wildness, tapping into erotic power, and stepping outside her comfort zone to use her voice.She discusses the importance of living through our senses, embodying sovereignty, self-expression, and pleasure, and tapping into erotic energy and sensuality.Karolyne emphasizes the power of softening, expansion, and embracing the human experience, while listening to the body as authority and disconnecting from stress to reconnect.TakeawaysEmbracing wildness and erotic powerStepping outside the comfort zoneChapters00:00 Embracing Wildness and Erotic Power06:11 Living Through Our Senses12:27 Using Voice and Connection18:12 Journey of Transformation and Growth23:50 Stepping into Embodying Your Wild@[email protected]/retreat