The Amoraea Podcast

Is your Enneagram type connected to your soul?In Part 2, the conversation moves from psychology into spirituality — exploring the “Soul Child,” ego formation, attachment styles, and whether love can ever be engineered by an algorithm.Stephanie explains the deeper spiritual dimension of the Enneagram, including integration lines, sacred geometry, and why growth involves reclaiming your lost essence — not becoming a different type.I then bridge the theory into practice: Can Human Design composite charts predict attraction? Should secure attachment styles date anxious partners? Can a dating app measure compatibility without killing chemistry?This episode explores the tension between fate and data — between spiritual growth and statistical matching.Topics include:The Enneagram “Soul Child” explainedIntegration vs disintegration linesSacred geometry of the EnneagramReincarnation and personality continuity (theoretical discussion)Attachment styles vs Enneagram healthSecure vs anxious dynamics in datingHuman Design composite charts and compatibilityInstinct stacking (self-preservation, social, sexual)The limits of algorithms in predicting loveIf you’re interested in conscious relationships, personal growth, and the future of typology-based matchmaking, this is where philosophy meets technology.Amoraea – Typology-Based Dating App 👉 https://www.amoraea.comStephanie Davis – Omics Framework 👉 https://omics.comContact Stephanie 📩 [email protected]

Can the Enneagram actually predict relationship success?In Part 1 of this deep-dive conversation, I sit down with Stephanie Davis, an Enneagram teacher with over 36 years of experience, to explore what the Enneagram really reveals about compatibility, attraction, and long-term growth.Is there a “best type” for you to marry? Are some Enneagram pairings doomed? Does trauma create your type — or are you born with it?Stephanie explains why the Enneagram is not just a personality system — but a psychospiritual map of ego development. They unpack why health level matters more than type, how misunderstanding your partner creates unnecessary conflict, and why awareness is the real compatibility advantage.If you're building a conscious relationship — or designing a dating app based on typology — this episode lays the psychological foundation.Topics include:Enneagram compatibility mythsLevels of health vs personality typeTrauma vs destiny in type formationObject relations (attachment, frustration, rejection types)Why awareness reduces relationship conflictGrowth relationships vs “easy” relationshipsThis conversation reframes the Enneagram as a tool for transformation — not labeling.🔗 Links MentionedAmoraea (Typology-Based Dating App) 👉 https://www.amoraea.comStephanie Davis – Omics Framework 👉 https://omics.comContact Stephanie 📩 [email protected]

In this episode of the Amoraea Podcast, I sit down with women’s dating coach and somatic facilitator Lauren Salon to explore the real truth about masculine and feminine energy in modern relationships.Why are so many successful women struggling in dating?Is the “boss babe” mentality empowering… or sabotaging polarity?Are men becoming too feminine — and women too masculine?Lauren breaks down how hyper-independence, trauma, hustle culture, and subconscious programming affect attraction, emotional safety, and long-term partnership.You’ll learn:• The psychology behind hyper-independence • How masculine and feminine energy actually work • Why success narrows your dating pool • What high-value women truly seek in men • The difference between feminine leadership and masculine leadership • Why acknowledgment fuels masculine drive • How entitlement and OnlyFans culture impact dating dynamics • Simple practices to reconnect to your body and feminine presenceThis episode goes beyond surface-level dating advice and dives into polarity, nervous system healing, emotional safety, and personal responsibility in modern relationships.If you’re building your career, navigating dating as a successful woman, or trying to understand masculine-feminine dynamics more deeply — this conversation will challenge and clarify a lot.🔗 Connect with Lauren Salon Instagram & TikTok: @laurensalaun Website: laurensalaun.com Podcast: Amplify with LaurenFor a typology based dating app, visit www.amoraea.com

In this episode of the Amoraea Podcast, Matt sits down with professional astrologer Alex, also known as The Astrologer Royale, for a deep dive into astrology, relationships, archetypes, and compatibility.With 20 years of experience rooted in Sumerian, Hellenistic, and Hermetic astrology, Alex explains why sun signs are only scratching the surface — and how Venus, Mars, the Sun, and the Moon actually shape attraction, attachment styles, and relationship dynamics.We explore:Why you may keep attracting narcissists or emotionally unavailable partnersThe difference between what you’re attracted to and what you truly needMasculine and feminine energy in every relationshipHow astrology reveals imbalance and boundary issuesThe Seven Sacred Planets and ancient astrology rootsThe Solar Doryphoros and first impressionsSun and Moon compatibilityHarmony through conflict in relationshipsMythology as the key to understanding astrologyDivine masculine and feminine archetypesThis episode goes far beyond horoscope astrology and into the deeper philosophical roots of ancient systems — offering insight into self-awareness, healing patterns, and building reciprocal relationships.If you’re curious about astrology’s role in compatibility and self-development, this conversation will expand your perspective.🔗 Links & ResourcesAlex | The Astrologer Royale Website: https://astrologerroyale.comFor a dating app that matches you based on your typology, visit www.amoraea.com

In this episode, I sit down with Michael Tiano, an Expanded States Guide and retreat facilitator, to explore masculinity, emotional intelligence, polarity, and the healing power of men’s work.Michael breaks down the difference between therapy, coaching, and guiding, and explains how expanded states of consciousness, including breathwork, meditation, and plant medicine, can reveal unconscious patterns and accelerate real transformation when properly integrated.The conversation dives deep into:Masculine and feminine polarityWhy attraction dies in modern relationshipsEmotional containment vs emotional suppressionWhy men struggle with loneliness and addictionHow men earn respect and restore polarityWhy most men lack emotional vocabularyThe hidden cost of disassociationWhy men need brotherhood, not just partnersThe impossible bind modern women are placed inHealing resentment toward the opposite sexWhy integration matters more than insightMichael also shares why his retreats, hosted through Universal Awareness Fellowship, are intentionally small, intensive, and community-driven, with long-term post-retreat support designed to create lasting change.This episode is essential listening for men and women who want real intimacy, grounded polarity, and relationships built on safety, presence, and truth, not ideology or performance.How to find Michael:  https://michaeltianoguide.com https://universalawarenessfellowship.org/For a video only, dating app that matches you based on your personality scores, go to www.amoraea.com

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Dory Gatter, a psychotherapist and relationship coach with over 30 years of experience, for a deep and grounded conversation about attachment styles, emotional safety, intimacy, and healing relational wounds.We explore why so many people unknowingly repeat the same relationship patterns, why independence can be a trauma response, and how true interdependence creates secure, lasting connection.Dr. Dory breaks down how attachment wounds form in childhood, how they shape attraction and conflict in adulthood, and why healing requires real connection — not just self-love in isolation.Topics include:Attachment styles and unconscious attractionInterdependence vs codependence and hyper-independenceWhy needs are not a weaknessWhy relationships only meet about 50% of our needsHealing attachment wounds through safe relationshipsSomatic and trauma-informed therapy approachesInner child work, EMDR, and IFSCreating safety through consistency and collaborationHow to handle conflict without blameMirroring as a nervous-system regulation toolWhen it’s time to stay and grow — or leavePolyamory, intimacy, and self-responsibilityCasual sex vs dissociationWhy people cheat and how trust is rebuiltThe real timeline for infidelity recoveryWhy we attract familiar but unhealthy partnersMen’s loneliness, over-giving, and resentmentMasculine responsibility without self-abandonmentThis episode is for anyone serious about emotional maturity, secure attachment, and conscious relationships — especially those who have done some inner work but still feel stuck repeating the same patterns.How to find Dr. Dori:  https://drdorygatter.com For a video only, typology based dating app go to www.amoraea.com and find your life partner today!

In this episode, I’m joined by Holly Nelson, a licensed professional counselor and sex therapist, for an honest, grounded conversation about sex, consent, pleasure, and nervous-system safety.We unpack why so many couples struggle with sex — not because of desire, but because of pressure, performance, and unrealistic expectations shaped by porn and poor sex education.Holly explains why orgasms can’t be forced, how nervous-system safety impacts arousal (especially for women), and why attunement matters more than technique. We also dive into consent, polarity, kink, masturbation myths, toys, polyamory, and how unresolved trauma shapes attraction patterns.This episode is especially valuable for men who want to lead confidently without crossing boundaries, and for anyone who wants sex to feel more connected, embodied, and real.Topics we cover include:Why performance pressure kills intimacyPorn vs real sex and connectionConsent, confidence, and sexual polarityAttunement vs asking permissionHow women actually orgasmMasturbation myths and benefitsToys, desensitization, and pleasureKink, trauma, and curiosityHow to introduce fantasies safelyPolyamory and emotional intelligenceNervous-system patterns in attractionWhy people repeat unhealthy relationshipsEMDR, somatic therapy, and attachment repairWhat women want in foreplayLeading sexually without being “creepy”This is a modern, trauma-aware take on sex that prioritizes connection over performance — and honesty over scripts.How to find Holly:  https://theconnectioncouch.com https://www.instagram.com/sextherapywithholly/ For a video only, typology based dating app, go to www.amoraea.com and find your life partner today!

In this episode, I sit down with Devora Brinkerhoff, creator of Soul Portraits, a powerful creativity-based healing process that helps people release trauma stored in the body — not the mind.Devora shares how traditional talk therapy often fails to reach the root of trauma because lived experiences are not stored cognitively, but somatically. Through personal materials like letters, photos, screenshots, journals, and even legal documents, Soul Portraits allow people to process emotional history in a way words cannot.We explore how creativity acts as a direct line to inner wisdom, why authenticity in relationships requires releasing past wounds, and how unprocessed trauma quietly shapes who we attract, how we perform, and why intimacy feels unsafe.This conversation covers:Why trauma lives in the body, not the brainHow creativity releases emotional energy somaticallyWhy thinking your way out of patterns doesn’t workThe 3-step Soul Portrait processRelationship wounds and dating blocksAttachment trauma and performance in intimacyGenerational and cultural trauma healingWhy personal materials are more powerful than visualizationThe danger of curating healing instead of allowing itSelf-guided healing vs therapist-led modalitiesLetting go of past identities to invite aligned relationshipsAuthenticity, vulnerability, and unconditional loveThis episode is for anyone who has tried therapy, coaching, or other healing modalities and still feels stuck — especially in relationships, intimacy, or self-trust.How to find Devorah:  https://soulportrait.art For a video only, typology based dating app go to www.amoraea.com and find your life partner today!

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Deb Miller, a licensed professional counselor with over 30 years of experience, to explore one of the most difficult — and misunderstood — relationship ruptures: infidelity.Dr. Miller, author of More Than Sorry: Five Steps to Deepen Your Apology After You’ve Committed Infidelity, shares a grounded, compassionate framework for repairing trust after betrayal — one that goes far beyond simply saying “I’m sorry.”We discuss why affair recovery often fails when the focus stays only on the wounded partner, and why real repair requires humility, empathy, self-reflection, and sustained behavioral change from the partner who violated trust.Topics include:What actually defines infidelity (and what doesn’t)Why secrecy, not sex, is the deepest betrayalHow to give an apology that restores dignity and safetyWhy “I don’t know why” is honest — but not enoughThe role of dopamine, validation, boredom, and unmet needsHow attachment styles and self-sabotage influence affairsWhy trust is rarely restored to 100% — and why that’s okayHow to rebuild connection without retraumatizingOnline affairs, porn, and modern boundary confusionWhen and how to disclose past infidelity when dating againThe difference between being a bad person and doing harmWhy self-forgiveness is essential to becoming trustworthy againThis episode is essential listening for anyone navigating betrayal, rebuilding trust, dating after infidelity, or wanting a more honest and emotionally mature relationship.Find Dr. Miller at: https://drdebmiller.comBook: More Than SorryFor a video only, typology based dating app, visit www.amoraea.com

In this episode, I’m joined by Harmony (Doc Harmony) — relationship coach, educator, and founder of The Queen Circle — for a candid, passionate conversation about modern relationships, feminine leadership, and why so many couples lose polarity over time.Harmony shares her personal evolution after 24 years of marriage, including how shifting from control, criticism, and entitlement into appreciation, softness, and discernment radically transformed her relationship. We explore how women unknowingly suppress men’s vitality — and how simple changes in communication and presence can restore attraction, trust, and devotion.We dive into:Why chemistry alone is a poor foundation for long-term partnershipHow appreciation fuels masculine purpose and emotional safetyThe hidden cost of criticism, score-keeping, and silent resentmentWhy social media presentation matters more than people realizeHow feminine energy multiplies masculine successWhat women often misunderstand about men’s emotional needsWhy listening — real listening — is rare and transformativeThe difference between unconditional love and self-abandonmentWhy many marriages fail after children leave the homeHow values, standards, and discernment prevent years of heartbreakThis episode is for anyone who wants to build a conscious, long-term relationship rooted in respect, polarity, and growth — and especially for women ready to reclaim their feminine power without losing themselves.Website: https://thequeenscircle.comNatural Health Products: https://myhealshop.comThe Queen’s Code by Alison ArmstrongFor a video only, typology based dating app, go to www.amoraea.com to find your life partner now!

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Eric Fitz, psychologist, former professor, and author of The Better Man, for a deep and grounded conversation about consent, masculinity, rejection, and what actually creates attraction and intimacy.We explore why scripts, pickup lines, and surface-level confidence techniques fail — and how true consent is not about “getting a yes,” but about mutual desire, attunement, and emotional presence.Dr. Fitz explains why many men struggle in dating and relationships not because they lack tactics, but because they were never taught how to understand their emotions, regulate rejection, or build secure relational foundations. We unpack how consent really works before, during, and after intimacy — and why curiosity, not performance, creates safety and desire.Topics include:Why consent scripts don’t work without emotional maturityHow men can reframe rejection without collapsing their self-worthThe role of grief, friendship, and community in male emotional healthWhy pickup culture mimics confidence but avoids real intimacyEmotional vulnerability vs. emotional dysregulationMasculine/feminine polarity myths and what actually sustains attractionHow attunement repairs disconnection in real timeWhy long-term intimacy requires inner work, not shortcutsThis episode is essential listening for men who want healthier relationships, deeper sexual connection, and real confidence — and for anyone interested in how consent, desire, and emotional development actually work in practice.Website: https://drericfitz.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/drericfitzThe Better Man: A Guide to Consent, Stronger Relationships, and Hotter SexFor a Video only, typology based dating app, go to www.amoraea.com!

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Bonnie Comfort, psychologist, author, and relationship expert, for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about long-term relationships, sexual conflict, emotional expression, and modern intimacy.Dr. Comfort shares why she chose to write a deeply personal memoir about her own marriage — including sexual challenges — and why she believes long-term relationships are still worth investing in, even when they’re hard.We explore how women are often conditioned to be overly compliant and people-pleasing, why authenticity requires tolerating disappointment, and how healthy relationships depend on clear self-expression rather than control or blame.We also dive into:Why unmet needs — not behavior — drive most conflictHow to communicate anger without becoming abusiveWhen nonviolent communication helps — and when it falls shortMasculine and feminine dynamics in emotional containment and attractionWhy words spoken in anger can permanently damage trustHow family history shapes sensitivity to anger and conflictThe realities and risks of polyamory in long-term relationshipsCasual sex, validation, and the difference between intimacy and performanceWhy many men lack healthy role models — and what actually builds attractionThe importance of purpose, creation, and emotional depth in sustaining desireThis episode is for anyone navigating intimacy, communication, attraction, or long-term commitment — and especially for those who want relationships rooted in honesty, responsibility, and emotional maturity.🔗 Links & ResourcesDr. Bonnie Comfort Website: https://bonniecomfort.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/bonniecomfortauthor Facebook: https://facebook.com/bonniecomfortauthorFor a video only, typology based dating app, go to www.amoraea.com and find your life partner today!

In this episode, I sit down with Diane, a licensed mental health therapist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals and couples, to explore why relationships break down even when people “know better.”Diane introduces the concept of brain hijack—the moment when the nervous system shifts into survival mode and overrides logic, communication skills, and good intentions. We unpack why mindset work alone often fails in relationships and why lasting change requires nervous system regulation, not just better thinking.We explore how subtle partner behaviors like eye-rolling, tone, or withdrawal can trigger fight, flight, or freeze responses, why conflict escalates so quickly, and how meaning-making creates more damage than behavior itself.Diane shares practical frameworks for:Creating internal emotional safetyMaking clear, respectful requests without controlBecoming the “wise watcher” of your reactionsSeparating facts from emotional dramaCommunicating needs without blameApologizing with integrity instead of people-pleasingWe also dive into masculine and feminine polarity, emotional containment, attraction dynamics, and why emotional honesty must be grounded to preserve connection. Toward the end, we explore conscious uncoupling, intentional endings, and how couples can either recommit fully—or separate with clarity and respect—without creating unnecessary damage.This episode is for anyone stuck in recurring conflict, emotional shutdown, people-pleasing, or confusion about whether to stay or leave a relationship—and for those who want to build relationships rooted in safety, clarity, and personal responsibility.🔗 Links & ResourcesDiane – Powerful Questions Coaching Website: https://powerfulquestionscoaching.comIf you want a video only dating app that matches you based on attachment styles visit www.amoraea.com to sign up for the Beta now!

In this episode, I sit down with Jason Lange from Evolutionary Men for a powerful conversation on masculinity, embodiment, dating, and modern relationships.Jason shares his personal journey from intense anxiety around women, sexual disconnection, and late dating experiences to becoming a men’s coach and embodiment facilitator working with men around intimacy, polarity, and emotional leadership.We explore why traditional pickup techniques fail without inner work, how nervous system regulation transforms dating and relationships, and why men’s groups are one of the most underutilized tools for masculine growth and relational success.We dive into:Why confidence is authenticity plus riskHow emotional repression sabotages intimacyThe role of embodiment and interoception in attractionHow men unintentionally collapse polarity in relationshipsWhy men’s groups increase desire and connection with feminine partnersHow to express emotions without placing emotional burden on your partnerMasculine/feminine polarity as a skill, not a fixed identityWhy rejection is unavoidable — and essential — for growthThis episode is especially relevant for men who feel stuck in dating patterns, disconnected from their bodies, anxious around intimacy, or frustrated by modern dating dynamics — and for anyone interested in deeper, more conscious relationships.🔗 Links & ResourcesJason – Evolutionary Men Website: https://evolutionary.menIf you're looking for a video only, dating app that matches you based on attachment styles and human design, visit www.amoraea.com to join the beta now!

In this episode, I’m joined by Valerie Green, a relationship coach with over 20 years of experience helping people attract, sustain, and reignite lasting love.We dive deep into attachment theory, insecure attachment styles, and why conflict in relationships is almost never about the surface issue. Valerie explains how attachment functions as both a belief system and a skillset, and how childhood wounds get activated specifically in romantic relationships.We explore why chemistry alone is unreliable, how unmet emotional needs fuel recurring conflict, and what it actually takes to create earned secure attachment—even if both partners start out insecure.Valerie shares practical tools drawn from emotionally focused therapy (EFT) and nonviolent communication (NVC), including:How to self-regulate before difficult conversationsHow to bring up sensitive topics without triggering defensivenessWhy one person doing the inner work can transform the entire relationshipHow to turn conflict into intimacy instead of distanceWe also discuss concrete daily and weekly rituals that help couples feel prioritized, emotionally safe, and deeply connected—without needing grand gestures or perfect communication.If you’re navigating anxious, avoidant, or disorganized attachment, stuck in recurring conflict, or simply want to build a more secure, fulfilling relationship, this episode offers grounded, actionable insight you can apply immediately.🔗 Links & ResourcesValerie Green – Relationship Coach Website: https://coachvaleriegreen.comIf you'd like a video only, dating app that matches you based on your attachment styles, visit www.armoraea.com!

In this episode, I sit down with Rachel Lieberman, a leading Human Design educator and author of A Modern Guide to Human Design, for a deep, practical conversation about burnout, inner authority, relationships, AI, and living your design in the real world.Rachel shares how corporate burnout led her to Human Design, why Generators and Manifesting Generators struggle most when misaligned, and how Human Design helped her rebuild her life and career from a place of satisfaction rather than force. We explore why most people misunderstand compatibility, how Human Design supports dating and long-term relationships without becoming prescriptive, and why inner authority always matters more than charts.We also dive into:Why ChatGPT and general AI are unreliable for Human DesignThe rise of custom AI trained on vetted knowledgeHow Human Design differs from astrology (mechanical vs poetic)Conditioning, deconditioning, and why rules can become a trapUsing Human Design to understand friction — not define identityWhy Human Design doesn’t replace therapy, values, or inner workThis episode is grounded, nuanced, and practical. If you’re curious about Human Design, relationships, embodiment, or how to use typology without giving your power away, this conversation delivers real clarity.Links & Resources:Website: https://puregenerators.comBook: A Modern Guide to Human DesignFor a typology based, video only dating app, go to www.amoraea.com to find your life partner today!

In this episode, I sit down with Carrie Green, a licensed marriage and family therapist and clinical sex therapist with over 20 years of experience, for an honest, grounded conversation about sex, shame, communication, kinks, and intimacy in long-term relationships.We explore why so many couples struggle to talk about sex, how cultural and religious conditioning creates lasting sexual shame, and why fantasies don’t always mean action. Carrie breaks down how to communicate desires without overwhelming your partner, how to approach sex toys in a healthy way, and why honesty early in relationships matters more than trying to be “easygoing” or sexually adventurous.We also dive into:Why women often fake orgasms and how couples can repair trust after the truth comes outSexual incompatibility, open relationships, and when misalignment is a dealbreakerWhether kinks come from trauma (and what research actually shows)How to support female pleasure without pressure or performanceWhy foreplay starts long before the bedroomThis episode is practical, compassionate, and deeply normalizing. If you want clearer communication, more intimacy, and less shame around sex, this conversation delivers.Links & Resources:Website: https://carriegreenlmft.comFor a typology based, video only (not chat) dating app,go to www.amoraea.com to find your life partner today!

In this episode, I’m joined by Cameron, a transformational coach and artist, for a deep, grounded conversation about self-connection, somatic healing, and conscious relationships.We explore how intimacy starts inside the body, not just in communication skills. Cameron breaks down how Internal Family Systems (IFS) “parts” show up in relationships, how trauma lives somatically, and why resistance, judgment, and even the “ick” are often signals of unintegrated parts within ourselves.We dive into practical tools for real relationships: how to communicate safety without blame, how to repair after conflict, how to work with anger and intensity instead of suppressing it, and how to stop trying to fix your partner while still offering real care. Cameron shares powerful examples of matching emotional intensity, creating containers for expression, and using relationship itself as a healing practice.If you’re interested in embodiment, nervous system regulation, emotional repair, trauma-aware communication, and conscious partnership, this episode goes far beyond theory and into lived, relational practice.Links:Website: https://camsconsciouscreations.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsconsciouscreationsIf you're interested in a video only, typology based dating app, to find you're next life partner go to www.amoraea.com

In this episode, I sit down with Shelly, a men’s dating coach who helps guys understand women, build real confidence, and stop getting wrecked by chronically-online dating advice. We break down why the “6-6-6” myth (height, money, status) is massively oversimplified, what women actually mean when they say they want safety, and how attraction is built through presence, momentum, and calibrated vulnerability.We also talk tactics that actually work:How to start better conversations on dating apps (without boring interview vibes)When to move off the app and how to ask her out with a clear plan (place + day + time)Why “creepy” can be too passive or too aggressiveHow logical, heady men can unlock playfulness and flirt naturallyHow to use real-world reps, rejection practice, and hobbies to build social confidence fastIf you’re a guy who feels stuck, bitter, or invisible in dating, this episode is a reset: less blame, more skill, more freedom.Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelleybadayosProgram page: https://coachingwithseashells.com/datingwithconfidenceLooking for a intimacy based, video call only dating app that matches you based on typologies? Go to www.amoraea.com

In this episode, I’m joined by Mandy, a certified sex and relationship coach, for an honest, nuanced conversation about sexual desire, shame, fantasies, communication, and self-connection.Mandy shares how her coaching path began organically through years of answering sex-related questions online, eventually leading to professional certification and a full-time practice. We explore why connection starts with self, how cultural and religious conditioning creates sexual shame, and why fantasies are often about emotions and healing, not literal acts.We dive into how to talk about kinks and desires with a partner, why these conversations should happen outside the bedroom, and how to create safety so your partner doesn’t make your desires “about them.” Mandy explains how she helps clients navigate high-risk or taboo fantasies ethically and safely, while honoring consent and boundaries.We also discuss masculine vs feminine energy (without gendering it), why relationships don’t have to last forever to be successful, and how embodiment and self-permission are key to authentic intimacy.If you’re curious about sexuality, communication, modern relationships, or releasing shame around desire, this episode goes deep.Links & Resources:Website: https://heartsdesire.comEmail: [email protected]: @heartsdesirecoaching For a typology-based, video call only, intimacy app, go to www.amoraea.com

In this episode, I sit down with Merilee(also known as “Solana”) for a deep conversation about love, ego, trust, boundaries, and what it means to live from virtue in relationships. Merilee shares why she identifies as a “child of the Most High,” how she received the name “Solana,” and why she believes most people misunderstand love because they’ve never learned how to define it beyond culture, emotion, or attachment.We explore the difference between divine love vs ego-based behavior, why recurring relationship conflicts repeat (assumptions, accusations, and defensive communication), and how to set boundaries without trying to control other people. Merilee breaks down her perspective on trust using a powerful “treasure chest” metaphor, explains how to recognize character early by listening to everyday speech patterns (blame, complaining, assumption-making), and shares a real-life story of staying grounded during a hostile confrontation.We also debate expectations vs standards, emotional expression vs projection, and monogamy vs polyamory, with Merilee arguing that virtue-based love requires a higher standard of self-accountability and discernment.Merilee's work is focused on teaching people how to “win by virtue,” one move at a time, and she shares where to find her book and contact her directly.Links mentioned:Merilee / Solana’s website: merrileesolana.comBook: The Game: Winning by Virtue One Move at a Time (email her via the website for access/details)For a video call only app, that gives you curated matches based on your typology, visit www.amoraea.com!

In this episode, I sit down with Lexi Faith an intuitive Vedic astrologer, expressive arts therapist, and lifelong mystic whose journey started before she could even speak. Raised in a Chinese Buddhist temple in New York, Lexi was surrounded by tarot, astrology, meditation, and spiritual teachings from childhood. Today she blends Vedic astrology, tantra, yogic practice, and intuitive work to help people understand their emotional patterns, relationships, and life purpose.We go deep into the real difference between Vedic and Western astrology, why Vedic is astronomically accurate, and how the lunar calendar, nakshatras, and divisional charts create a level of nuance that pop-astrology completely misses.Lexi explains why your “sun sign” barely scratches the surface, how synastry really works in long-term relationships, why the Moon determines emotional compatibility, and how her psychic sensitivity developed after decades of inner work and meditation.We also explore: • Why two astrologers can read the same chart differently • Why ancient systems like Chinese astrology and Mayan astrology tell different but interconnected stories • How culture shapes interpretation • Why skeptics misunderstand astrology • Why scientific studies struggle to test something this complex • How intuition, mythology, and math all merge inside a Vedic chart • Why online astrology generators are limited • Whether AI can ever replace real astrologers • How to actually start learning Vedic astrologyIf you’re curious about astrology beyond memes and stereotypes, this episode will give you a grounded, intelligent, and deeply human look into one of the world’s oldest psychological systems.Find Lexi Faith: • Instagram: https://instagram.com/thelexifaith • TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thelexifaith • YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thelexifaith • Book a reading: https://lexiefaith.com

In this episode, intimacy coach Claudia Scarlet breaks down the real reasons sexual connection is so hard today. We explore feminine safety, masculine insecurity, intergenerational trauma, porn conditioning, emotional numbness, and why women shut down right when men think things are going well.Claudia explains how women can rebuild sensitivity, how men can cultivate presence, how to handle a woman’s “no,” and how to create genuine intimacy that feels safe, erotic, and connected. We dive into Daoist sexual practices, multi-orgasmic men, semen retention, cervical orgasms, self-pleasure rituals, de-armoring, and why sex can become a path to spirituality, not just pleasure.This conversation is raw, grounded, embodied, and full of practical tools for anyone who wants better sex and deeper connection.Find Claudia: Instagram: @ClaudiaScarlet Facebook: Claudia ScarletFor a matchmaking app that maches you based on typology and is video only, visit www.amoraea.com!

In this episode, I sit down with bestselling author and women’s dating coach Elena McKenzie to unpack the real reasons modern dating feels impossible. Elena shares her “rags to riches” dating story—from a decade of casual situationships to becoming magnetic, confident, and happily married—and explains why both men and women are struggling in today’s dating landscape.We break down feminine energy, masculine loneliness, the truth about attention vs. connection, why people stay in painful patterns, and how belief systems shape who you attract. Elena explains how women can learn to “receive,” why men misinterpret female experience, and how to communicate desires without control. We also explore polyamory, monogamy, insecurity, attraction, boundaries, and whether humans are meant to love one person or more.This conversation hits every layer: emotional, psychological, energetic, embodied, and practical. If you want real connection—not just matches—this episode will shift how you date.Find Elena: Website: https://www.sovereign-dating.com/ Book: The Art of Feminine Seduction

In this episode, I sit down with intimacy guide and vulnerability coach Rina Trevi to explore what real intimacy feels like in the body and how conscious touch transforms relationships from the inside out.We talk about shibari (the Japanese art of tying) not as a kink, but as a tool for emotional honesty, nervous-system safety, and deep connection. Rina explains why attunement matters more than technique, why desire fades in long-term relationships, and how couples can rebuild connection by creating a shared emotional foundation.We dive into safety, confidence, polarity, sexuality, changing needs, boundaries, and the truth about polyamory versus monogamy. Rina also shares her approach to conscious touch, tantric bodywork, and why skill, presence, and self-worth are more attractive than looks.If you’re curious about intimacy, emotional depth, or conscious relationships, this episode gives you a grounded, honest look at what it means to connect beyond the surface.Resources:Website: vulnerabilitycoaching.comGo to www.amoraea.com for a video only, typology-matching dating app!

In this episode, I sit down with certified Enneagram teacher and author Rosemary Hurwitz to explore how the Enneagram supports emotional health, authentic communication, and deeper connection in dating and relationships.We talk about how the Enneagram reveals your core patterns, how your stress and growth lines shape attraction, and why your vibration matters far more than your number when it comes to choosing a partner. Rosemary explains the three instincts (self-preservation, social, and sexual), how levels of health influence compatibility, and how to use the Enneagram as a tool for self-awareness rather than a tool for labeling people.We also dive into mistyping, finding your real type, and why so many people misunderstand their core motivations. Rosemary shares her journey from corporate recruiting to pastoral studies to becoming a holistic coach, and the story behind her bestselling book Who You Are Meant to Be: The Enneagram Effect.If you’re curious about how the Enneagram can help you date better, love more consciously, and understand your emotional patterns at a deeper level, you’ll get a lot out of this conversation.Resources:Website: https://spiritdrivenliving.com/Book: Who You Are Meant to Be: The Enneagram EffectInstagram: @enneagramempowermentGo to www.amoraea.com for a video only, typology-based matchmaking app

In this episode of The Amoraea Podcast, we sit down with Chris Wolf, a world-class online dating photographer, coach, and Human Design enthusiast, to explore how energy, mindset, and self-worth shape attraction.Chris shares how trauma and limiting beliefs quietly sabotage your matches, what it really means to date as a Projector in Human Design, and why the most magnetic men are the ones grounded in purpose, not performance.You’ll learn:The hidden link between subconscious beliefs and dating results.How Projector energy works in dating (waiting for invitations vs. forcing outcomes).Practical fashion advice to instantly level up your dating photos.Why confidence, presence, and purpose beat looks every time.How to navigate modern dating apps without losing integrity.They also discuss the gender imbalance on major dating apps, how corporations like Match Group profit from scarcity, and why mission-driven platforms like Amoraea aim to bring back authentic, typology-based connection. Resources & LinksChris Wolf’s website: https://www.krystalloswolfe.com/Go to www.amoraea.com for video only, typology-based matchmaker for real connection

Conscious relationship coach and bestselling author LaShawn McQuarie joins me to explore how self-awareness transforms love, triggers, and communication. We dive into why meditation and body awareness are essential for emotional intelligence, how to process triggers without blame, and why every conflict in a relationship points back to deeper healing. The episode also unpacks infidelity, forgiveness, and the growing curiosity around polyamory — with honest reflections on what real intimacy requires.Resources:Website: BeforeWeGoAnyFurther.comBook: Before We Go Any FurtherGo to www.amoraea.com for a video only, typology-matching dating app

Sex and masculinity coach T. Tebow joins Matt to talk about healing sexual shame, mastering premature ejaculation, and reclaiming true masculine power. From bartender to global men’s coach, T. shares his personal transformation — from insecurity and porn addiction to authentic confidence in the bedroom and beyond.They explore how men can integrate mind and body through mindful masturbation, breathwork, and emotional healing; how to navigate the “nice guy” trap; and how to express sexual desire with confidence and integrity. Learn how to embody the “Dark Gentleman” — a man who’s both dangerous and loving — and how women test for emotional strength, not perfection.Whether you struggle with performance, shame, or emotional disconnection, this episode will help you reconnect with your power, pleasure, and purpose.Check out the only intimacy first, typology matching, video call only dating app on the market now! www.amoraea.comTo find T's school group, go to www.skool.com/the-real-men-3572

In this raw, live episode of The Amoraea Podcast, I sit down in person with Louis Brantmeyer— relationship expert, bestselling author, and former pickup artist — to unpack what really drives attraction, love, and conscious relationships.We dive deep into:The hidden value (and toxicity) of the pickup artist industry and how it shaped modern datingHow attachment styles (anxious, avoidant, disorganized, and secure) impact who you attract and how you loveWhy most people should not be polyamorous — and what’s really going on emotionally when they areWhat love actually is, beyond chemistry and egoThe levels of consciousness in dating, how to evolve your values, and how your typology shapes compatibilityLouis shares his personal journey from socially awkward and anxious to emotionally grounded and spiritually aligned — and how the nervous system, trauma healing, and self-love transform our ability to connect.We also explore the philosophy behind Amoraea, the typology-based dating app designed to match people through systems like Human Design, Spiral Dynamics, Attachment Theory, and IFS — for those ready for true partnership, not swiping.🎧 Whether you’ve explored pickup, polyamory, or spiritual dating, this episode will challenge what you think you know about love.Attached - The book on attachment styles🔗 Learn more at www.amoraea.com 💬 Follow Louis Brantmeyer at https://louisbrantmeyer.com/ and check out his book:A Creationship's Inception: Conscious Relating Through Polyamory, Entrepreneurship, & A Cult(ish)

Hypnotherapist and author Flavio B. Souza joins us to explore how hypnosis reveals the unconscious patterns shaping love, attraction, and conflict. We unpack the hidden roots of anger, attachment styles, and infatuation — and how past experiences (or even past lives) influence relationships today. Flavio explains how belief and emotion affect gene expression, why all problems are attempts to solve deeper wounds, and how couples can use communication and self-hypnosis to heal, reconnect, and grow closer than ever.To find Flavio go to:  https://www.awesomerelations.life To sign up for Amoraea, the first typology-based, video call dating app, go to: www.amoraea.com 

Relationship coach and stand-up comic Paul Roseberry joins Matt to break down why security is the secret ingredient behind masculine confidence and healthy attraction. They unpack the “nice-guy” trap, how to give without neediness, and why women sense insecurity instantly. Paul shares his formula for real confidence, tips for overcoming social anxiety, and how to build chemistry through playful conversation.To find Paul Roseberry, go to  https://www.paulroseberry.comTo download the intimacy first, typology centered matchmaking app, go to www.amoraea.com

In this episode, we sit down with Carmel — a lifelong explorer of self-awareness and personal growth — to unpack the power of the Enneagram in relationships, compatibility, and inner healing. Carmel shares how the Enneagram goes beyond Myers-Briggs by revealing our core motivations and wounds, not just our behaviors, and why understanding instincts (self-preservation, social, and sexual) can transform how we see ourselves and others. We discuss how to use the Enneagram as a practical tool for dating, choosing partners, and breaking free from lifelong patterns. If you’re curious about self-discovery, typology, or building healthier relationships, this episode offers a deep yet relatable dive into the Enneagram’s wisdom.For a typology-based, video call first matchmaking app, check out: www.amorara.com!

In this deeply raw and insightful episode, Matt sits down with relationship coach David to explore the intersection of emotional intelligence, shadow work, and conscious love. Whether you’re in a relationship, healing from one, or wondering why you keep attracting the same patterns — this conversation is packed with practical tools and vulnerable truths.🎙 Topics include:What shadow work really is (and how to do it without needing a therapist)Why emotional triggers are portals to the subconsciousHow to spot projection vs. real feedback — even in spiritual communitiesNavigating conflict without damage: timing, boundaries, and nervous system awarenessThe difference between neediness and desire, and how attachment wounds show up in datingWhen to get outside help — and when it’s time to break upThe underrated power of safe male emotional expression🧠 “It’s not your partner that’s the problem — it’s what they’re reflecting in you.”This episode is a must-listen for anyone doing inner work, navigating dating consciously, or trying to create emotionally safe, growth-oriented love.🔗 Connect with David via Facebook: David’s Profile 

In this episode, I sit down with Amanda, an Enneagram and relationship coach and founder of Rooted & Rising Coaching.We to explore how the Enneagram can transform relationships, self-awareness, and personal growth. We dive into stress and growth lines, blind spots, wings, instincts, and tri-types, while also discussing how cultural values and faith shape the way types show up in the world.Amanda shares practical tools for women feeling stuck in relationships, the nuances of healthy vs. unhealthy types, and how to use the Enneagram for conflict repair and intimacy. We also compare the Enneagram with other systems like Human Design and astrology, exploring where they overlap and diverge.If you’re interested in self-growth, dating, and building conscious relationships, this episode is packed with insights, resources, and actionable tips.✨ Connect with Amanda at rootedandrisingcoaching.com ✨ Learn more about Amoraea, my typology-based dating app: amoraea.comResources:Book – The Body Keeps the Score (Bessel van der Kolk)Book – Becoming Us (Beth & Jeff McCord): becomingus.comEnneagram Tri-type test

What if the key to lasting love is written in your chart? In this episode, Matt sits down with Human Design analyst and neo-shaman Saddhanta to explore the deeper mechanics of attraction, compatibility, and conscious relationships.We dive into:How your Human Design type and authority influence dating and communicationWhy profile lines (1/3, 4/6, etc.) reveal your relationship cyclesThe truth about energetic compatibility in charts — and why 9/0 isn’t always idealPractical tools for emotional authorities, projectors, and manifesting generatorsWhy sleeping separately might save your relationshipAnd how to enter love correctly, not just romanticallyWhether you’re single, in partnership, or exploring Human Design for self-awareness, this episode offers powerful insights on navigating connection with clarity, courage, and authenticity.Check out Saddhantas work at https://www.humangeometry.co.nz/To sign up for the BETA test of the Amoraea app go to www.amoraea.com

In this episode, we dive deep into Human Design and romantic compatibility with a 4/6 Splenic Projector who has spent the last 6 years intuitively applying HD to relationships, business, and communication dynamics.We explore how your Human Design type, authority, and aura can radically shift the way you connect, date, and even sleep next to your partner. From Projector/Generator pairings to emotional authority timing, you'll learn practical ways to apply HD in dating — and why compatibility is about co-creation, not matching types.We also unpack how to spot energetic misalignments, what it means to be a non-energy type in a hustle-driven world, and how knowing your chart (and your partner’s) can help release shame, improve communication, and build secure attachment.✨ Whether you’re an HD nerd or totally new, this episode gives a grounded, empowering take on using Human Design in love, dating, and conscious relationships.🔑 Topics covered:Projector dynamics in dating & workSacral vs Splenic vs Emotional AuthorityEnergy types vs non-energy types in relationshipsHow to see your partner through their chartHow aura types affect intimacy & attractionComposite charts and compatibility mythsFind Taylor Davis at: https://wildlysatisfied.com/ Sign up for the Amoraea BETA at: www.amoraea.com

In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Mozenter, a soul mentor and mystic transformational specialist with over 30 years in organizational development and change management. Jonathan shares insights from his journey through Integral Theory, Vajrayana Buddhism, meditation, defense patterns, and energetic practices—all with the goal of helping individuals and couples grow in self-awareness, intimacy, and communication.We explore:How Integral Theory maps the patterns of life and relationshipsWhy meditation and energy awareness are essential for breaking old loopsThe Five Defense Patterns by Stephen Kessler and how they affect relationshipsPractical tools for conflict resolution, communication, and intimacyWhich typologies (Enneagram, Attachment Theory, Human Design, etc.) are best for beginnersHow to recognize defense mechanisms, raise energy states, and build generative relationships that evolve over timeIf you’re interested in self-awareness, personal transformation, and deeper connection in relationships, this episode is packed with wisdom and actionable insights.The 5 Personality PatternsThe Seeker's Code📌 Learn more about Jonathan’s work: https://mozenter.com/ 📌 Discover my conscious matchmaking app: www.amoraea.com

In this episode, we unpack how Human Design, attachment styles, and communication/boundaries can improve relationships—without pretending they’re a cure-all. We explore emotional “waves” (especially for highly emotional or bipolar individuals), why high peaks often precede crashes, and practical ways to move heavy moods through the body (breathwork, music, creativity, touch vs. solitude) based on your circuitry. We also talk split vs. single definition and how that can shape needs for intimacy, space, and even tendencies toward monogamy vs. multiple connections. Finally, we compare Human Design and astrology, clarify strategy & inner authority for dating decisions, and share realistic advice for projectors, generators, and manifestors navigating modern love.Highlights:Why self-awareness tools help—but don’t fix every relationshipEmotional waves: how to work with highs/lows (breathwork, music, creativity, touch)Split vs. single definition and what that means for feeling “whole” in partnershipStrategy & inner authority: making dating decisions that actually fit youPractical dating tips for projectors vs. generators vs. manifestorsHow Human Design complements (not replaces) therapy and other modalitiesIf this episode helped, share it with a friend and leave a review. Want deeper guidance? Book a session or learn more at surrender.space. And if you’re into evidence-based matching, join the Amoraea beta at amoraea.com.

Why do you keep feeling chemistry with the wrong people? In this episode we use Human Design to decode dating, attraction, and real relationship compatibility. Olympia (Typevolution) breaks down Types (especially Generators), Inner Authority (gut vs. emotional clarity), and how your upbringing, culture, and shadow shape who you chase. We contrast attraction (opposites/completion) with compatibility (similarity/safety) and show how to use Human Design as an awareness tool alongside MBTI, Enneagram, and Attachment Styles.You’ll learn:Why “chemistry ≠ compatibility”—and how to balance bothGenerators & the power of response (plus why wingmen help)Emotional Authority: waiting for clarity vs. impulsive yes/noChart dynamics like “9–0: nowhere to go” vs. “8–1: have some fun”Open vs. defined Spleen (safety, staying too long, leaving on time)How to date smarter using typology without boxing yourself inYou can find Maor's coaching and content at https://surrender.space/  Ready to find a match where attraction and compatibility finally overlap? Try Amoraea, the dating app that matches through typology. 👉 Join the beta: amoraea.com

If you keep dating the wrong people, it’s not “bad luck”—it’s wiring. In this episode, Olympia (Typevolution) and I unpack why chemistry ≠ compatibility and how your upbringing, culture, and shadow shape who you chase. We get tactical with Jungian types (MBTI), Enneagram, attachment styles, and Imago so you can stop repeating patterns and start picking partners that actually fit.We cover:Why attraction often pulls anxious → avoidant (and “good girl” → “bad boy”)Compatibility on paper vs. your unconscious Venn diagram of desireCasual sex: why it rarely converts to long-term fit (and when it can)Polyamory, commitment, and avoidance—hard truths, no fluffGottman’s “attack behavior, not character” rule for conflict that doesn’t kill loveA practical gut-check for compatibility (beyond tests)Why most online type quizzes mistype you—and what to do insteadTo find Olympia's coaching and articles, go to typevolution.com!Ready to date with depth instead of hope? Amoraea matches you using proven typology so attraction and compatibility finally overlap. 👉 Join the beta: www.amoraea.com

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Monkey, a self-described “nerdy computer scientist turned tantric guide,” who shares his incredible journey of transformation. Growing up in India, Monkey repressed his sexuality for decades—struggling with shame, a stutter, and a failed arranged marriage—before discovering healing through psychedelics, tantra, and radical self-acceptance.We dive deep into his five pillars of intimacy: self-love, knowing yourself, communication, sensuality, and play. Monkey reveals how these principles helped him release people-pleasing, honor his boundaries, and turn what many would see as weaknesses—like his stutter—into authentic strengths.This episode explores:How taking 100% responsibility for your reality creates freedom in relationships.Why self-love and self-knowledge are the foundation of intimacy.How tantra and embodiment practices can heal sexual shame.Practical tips for setting boundaries without guilt.Why playfulness and sensuality are essential to keeping attraction alive.Whether you’re navigating dating, healing from heartbreak, or deepening intimacy with a partner, this conversation offers practical tools and inspiring insights to transform your love life.You can find Naughty Monkeys workshops and book at https://artofintimacy.org/ 👉 Ready to find real connection? Sign up now to beta test Amoraea — the dating app built on compatibility, intimacy, and video-first interactions — at www.amoraea.com