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Join Chantelle Raven and the Embodied Awakening Team as they share powerful Tantric teachings to bring awakening into the body and everyday life through relationships, sex, purpose and freedom. Get ready to release, open and step into your true power!

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Stop Controlling and Start Living: Tantra is the End of Control.

What if the very thing you keep trying to control is the thing that’s silently keeping you stuck? In this powerful excerpt from our free masterclass Tantra Unveiled , Chantelle breaks open one of Tantra’s most liberating truths: we don’t transform by fixing, analysing or regulating ourselves… we transform by feeling what is actually here, now. She reveals why so many people spend years in therapy,…

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Tantra Is The Missing Piece: The Key to Feeling Fully Alive

What if the reason people stay stuck, even after years of therapy, personal development, and meditation is because they’ve been trying to change themselves through the mind, instead of the body? In this excerpt from Tantra Unveiled , Chantelle Raven reveals the gap that most healing modalities leave untouched. She shares candidly how even with decades of trauma work, somatics, spiritual…

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Mastering Inner Polarity: The 4 Archetypes of Masculine and Feminine.

This weeks podcast is a powerful transmission from Chantelle shared at our Fundamentals of Tantra workshop in Perth. Chantelle guides us into the living map of inner polarity, where masculine and feminine energies, both light and dark, coexist as one unified whole. Through the lens of the four archetypes: Light Masculine, Dark Masculine, Light Feminine, and Dark Feminine, you’ll discover how each…

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No Mud, No Lotus: Embracing the Dark and the Divine

No Mud, No Lotus: Embracing the Dark and the Divine Can you meet your darkness with the same reverence you offer your light? In this raw and liberating transmission from our Fundamentals of Tantra event Chantelle Raven invites us into the heart of Tantra — where awakening is not about rising above, but about descending into the body and welcoming all that we are. Through stories, practice, and…

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Healing the Caretaker Wound - Nectar of Tantra Masterclass replay.

Can you let yourself be nourished by life — without needing to earn it? In this replay of the Nectar of Tantra Masterclass , Chantelle and Tara invite us into the art of receiving — of softening control, dissolving effort, and allowing life to move through us. So many of us have learned to give more than we receive. To measure our worth through doing. But what happens when your soul asks you to…

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Pleasure, Shame and the Sacred Art of Holding Space

Can you let yourself feel good? Like, really good... in your body, in your life, in your truth? In this live recording from the Body Transformation Retreat in Bali, Chantelle Raven invites us into a deeper reckoning with what it truly means to expand our capacity for pleasure . So often on the healing path we focus on pain, shadows, trauma, but what happens when life offers you joy, love, beauty,…

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Your Body Is the Algorithm: What Truly Attracts Clients

Why is embodied truth more magnetic than any strategy? Here’s the truth no one tells you: people aren’t responding to your content. They’re responding to your frequency. In this no-filter episode from our Body Transformation Retreat in Bali, Chantelle Raven calls out the spiritual performance trap and reminds us what really creates impact. Highlights: Why your body is more powerful than your…

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Trauma, Trust, and the Wild Wisdom of the Body

What happens when the body begins to unravel... not in theory, but in real time? In this unfiltered moment from the Body Transformation Retreat, Chantelle Raven invites you into a deeply personal process. What began as physical pain became a gateway into grief, trauma, and the kind of somatic release most practitioners only read about. You’ll hear what it looks like to stay present through…

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You Can’t Hold Others Until You’ve Held Yourself

When you step onto the path of service as a healer, space holder, or practitioner, there’s one truth that always returns: You cannot hold others until you’ve learned to hold yourself. This episode was recorded live at our Body Transformation Retreat in Bali, an integral part of the Tantra Practitioner Training. Inside this space, we don’t just teach tools. We break open. We feel. We remember.…

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Breath, Body, and the Return to Sacred Feminine Leadership: The Priestess Archetype

What does it mean to live as a Priestess in today’s world? Not in theory. Not in performance. But in breath. In choice. In the way you meet yourself. In this episode, Sascha Martineau , a Certified Tantra Practitioner of the Embodied Awakening Academy and Vocal Alchemist, joins Sydelle Boscarello for a deep and real conversation on feminine embodiment, emotional truth, and the lived path of…

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Releasing Limiting Beliefs Around Money

If you're pouring your heart into your work but still feel blocked when it comes to money... If part of you believes you have to struggle to be of service... If you're waiting for a bigger following, a better offer, or the perfect moment to finally receive what you're worth... This episode is here to shift that. In this conversation, Tara and Chantelle speak on the real stories and beliefs that…

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How to find purpose and live a life you love

Are you longing to feel more alive, authentic, and connected to your purpose? In this episode, Sydelle Boscarello and Tara Meegan share their real-life journeys of letting go of what no longer fits and stepping into lives that truly reflect who they are. Tara opens up about leaving a 17-year career in marine ecology after chronic pain and burnout forced her to listen to her body and heart. She…

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Embrace Your Inner Power with Tantra

Are you ready to feel ALIVE in every cell of your being? In this excerpt from the very powerful masterclass: Tantra Unveiled, Raven and Tara unlock the secrets to integrating Tantra into your daily life, revealing how simple practices can heal your emotional wounds, electrify your senses, and ignite a spark of sacredness in everything you do. Imagine waking up each day feeling deeply connected to…

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Embracing Your Whole Self & Sacred Sexuality

Tantra isn’t just a practice—it’s a profound invitation to reclaim your aliveness. In this excerpt from "Tantra Unveiled - Masterclass", Tara and Raven explore the ancient wisdom of Tantra, a path that dissolves the barriers between mind, body, and spirit. Often misunderstood as being solely about sexuality, Tantra is a sacred tradition that invites you to embrace every part of your human…

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Break Free from Sabotage with Shadow Work

Shadow work isn’t just a concept—it’s the gateway to your deepest transformation. In this excerpt from the Living Tantra Retreat in Bali, we dive into the unconscious parts of ourselves that Carl Jung called “the shadow.” These hidden aspects often sabotage our lives, relationships, and inner peace, but what if they’re actually our greatest teachers? Through breath, sound, and movement, you’ll…

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Reclaim Yourself by Breaking Patterns

In this episode, Tara and Aaron share powerful insights from the Living Tantra Retreat in Bali, focusing on one of its core teachings: staying present with your emotions rather than avoiding them. They guide you through practices that cultivate this essential skill. You are invited to reflect on your own patterns of avoidance—whether it’s picking up your phone, turning to food or alcohol, or…

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Unlocking the Soul's Purpose

Are you yearning to uncover the hidden depths of your soul? To find that spark that ignites your entire being? In this episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast, Tara Meegan together with Aaron Kleinerman share profound wisdom from a recent LTR retreat. Their words will stir something deep within you, awakening a longing for purpose and authenticity you may have forgotten. They discuss: •…

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Embracing the Body’s Wisdom

In this episode of The Love, Sex, and Freedom Podcast, Raven invites you into a transformative journey of release and renewal. Through ancient tantric practices and modern embodiment techniques, she guides us to shed the layers of stored tension and trauma, making space for the deep, authentic stillness that lies beneath. Informed by the teachings of Osho, Raven encourages listeners to fully…

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Every Trigger Is a Doorway to Liberation

In today’s episode of Love, Sex, and Freedom, Raven and Tara guide us on a journey through Tantra as a pathway to release trauma and return to our true essence. Raven shares from her own experience, revealing how her previous analytical approach to healing shifted profoundly when she embraced Tantra. Through this practice, she learned to surrender the need for mental explanations, instead allowing…

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8 Keys to Tantric Relationship Magic

In this deeply intimate episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom Podcast, Tara welcomes her beloved Shiva Rajaya, a renowned tantric coach and creator of Vital Coaching. Together, they dive into the essence of tantric relationship magic, weaving in the sacred practices that have brought their union into a space of profound harmony, intimacy, and expansion. With over 30 years of spiritual exploration…

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The Ocean Within: The Depths of Your Unconscious

Today, Raven invites us to explore the powerful connection between mind and body and how traditional mindset practices often fall short of fostering true inner peace and transformation. She shares her personal journey, emphasizing how embodiment practices have allowed her to feel safe in her body for the first time, even after years of engaging in mental reprogramming and affirmations. Through…

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Women’s Needs in Sexual Relationships with Sascha Haert

For today's episode, we feature a recent interview between Raven and Sascha Haert, a Human Behaviors Expert and Love & Dating Coach. Their conversation sheds light on the essence of presence, sensuality, and how to cultivate deeper connections, both within ourselves and with others. Together, they reflect on how society's conditioning around sex and relationships often leads to dissatisfaction and…

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Beyond Sexuality: Discovering the Fullness of Tantra

In this episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast, Raven invites listeners into her personal journey with Tantra, revealing how it transformed her life. Growing up with a mystic father, Raven always had a curiosity about the divine and the full potential of the human experience. However, it wasn’t until she stepped into her first Tantra retreat that the teachings resonated deeply, bringing…

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Following the Heart’s Call

In this transformative episode, Raven takes us on a personal journey of discovering the power of surrender and trust in the face of life’s uncertainties. She shares a pivotal moment in her life when she left behind a well-paying job, stepping into the unknown world of Tantra despite the many doubts and fears that filled her mind. Raven recalls the intuitive pull that led her to a deeper calling, a…

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An Embodied Approach to Manifestation

In this episode of Love, Sex, and Freedom, Raven and Tara delve into the deeply transformative practice of embodied manifestation. They invite us to step beyond surface-level affirmations and vision boards and move into a fully embodied experience where manifestation isn’t just about thinking the right thoughts but becoming the person who already holds and lives their desires. Raven offers a…

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Surrendering to the Divine

In this episode, Raven discusses the essence of devotion and the profound journey to transcend the illusion of separation. She invites us to reconnect with sacred practices that lead to a state of oneness with consciousness, reminding us true devotion is found in remembering our divine nature. Raven guides us through the subtle realms of reality, exploring practices like mantra, yantra meditation,…

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Stepping Through the Lionsgate Portal

In today’s episode, we feature a recent Instagram Live recording where Raven and Tara explore the transformative energy of the Lionsgate Portal. With the energies of the star Sirius, the Sun, and the Earth in alignment, this moment offers a potent opportunity to shed old patterns and birth new, more aligned ways of being. Raven’s profound insights into how we can step through these universal…

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Unlocking Your Voice: The Power of Authentic Expression

In this episode, Raven explores the journey of authentic self-expression and the challenges that come with it. She begins by discussing how our ability to express ourselves is often shaped by how our parents responded to us as children. Raven asks us to reflect: “How did your parents react to your truth, your tears, your vulnerability?” These questions help uncover the roots of our fears and how…

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Navigating Breakups the Tantric Way

Welcome to the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast! Today's episode comes from a recent Instagram Live where Raven and Tara discussed the emotional journey of navigating breakups. They both open up about their personal experiences, offering heartfelt guidance on how to truly feel every stage of the grieving process. From the initial shock and denial to the raw anger and deep sadness, they remind us of…

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Breath, Sound, and Spirit: Connecting to Your Inner Truth

Welcome to the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast, in this episode, we explore the nuances of authentic expression and discovering your soul’s purpose. Raven guides us through the importance of connecting our breath with sound, creating a deeper, more authentic experience of pleasure and presence. She emphasizes the significance of understanding our triggers and reflections, offering a path to align…

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The Invisible Partnership: Gender Energies in Relationships

Join us for today's episode as Raven explores the importance of vertical masculine energy, which provides the necessary stillness and meditational awareness for true inner peace, as opposed to the more commonly understood horizontal masculine energy that is action-oriented. Raven explains the consequences of imbalances in these energies, such as the societal misunderstanding of masculine energy…

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Overcoming Limiting Belief about Money and Business

Today's episode features a recent Instagram Live between Chantelle and Tara, where they discuss the intricate web of limiting beliefs surrounding money, wealth, and abundance. They explore how our spiritual practices can integrate with our financial lives to create a harmonious balance that nourishes both our souls and our bank accounts. Chantelle shares her transition from a life of frugality to…

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The Capacity to Come Back To Love

Have you ever wondered how to balance the masculine and feminine energies within your relationship? Or how to navigate the complexities of shame and communication with your partner? In this episode, which features a snippet from a recent Living Tantra retreat, Chantelle answers these questions and explores how we can foster deeper connections with ourselves and those closest to us. She shares…

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Living with an Open Heart

In this episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast, Raven explores the heart chakra, also known as Anahata, and how this energy center can be tapped into as a source of love for oneself and others, as well as compassion, empathy, and forgiveness. Raven guides us on how to awaken and release the heart space, a vital step toward reclaiming our true personal power and experiencing profound…

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Unpacking Unconscious Conditioning

In today's episode, Raven breaks down self-will, willpower, and the unconscious conditioning that shapes how we think and act. She opens up about her own journey of peeling back the layers of conditioning inherited from her parents and how she's learnt to connect with her true self. This episode is like a roadmap for figuring out the difference between willpower and self-will, discovering your…

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Can Setting Boundaries Lead to Genuine Power?

What comes to mind when you think of "power"? Maybe status and money. In today's episode, Raven redefines true power, showing how it goes beyond the desire for control and is actually rooted in genuine vulnerability and emotional authenticity. Raven explores how power is often misunderstood as being synonymous with status and control, which can lead to shadow behaviors like aggression. Instead,…

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Pleasure as Medicine

How much pleasure do you allow in your life? This may seem like a simple question, but for most people who are stuck in the everyday grind, taking the time to be fully present and actually experience joy in their lives can be a foreign concept. Experiencing joy is essential to the human experience, and our happiness and well-being are dependent on it. So why do we often prioritize completing…

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How To Integrate Anger To Power

Today's episode is the latest in the series of Raven and Tara's Instagram Lives, and the topic of conversation is the often misunderstood and judged emotion of anger. The key takeaway from this episode is Raven's simple but powerful message: "anger can feel good." This idea encourages us to shift our perspective on anger. Rather than viewing it as purely negative and destructive, we are shown how…

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Clear Communication for the Confident Woman

Welcome back to another episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast. Today's episode features a recent conversation that Raven and Tara had on Instagram Live, where they discuss the hugely important and often overlooked art of clear communication. Mastering this skill and being able to say how we feel and what we want (and don't want) can have a huge impact on our lives, and nowhere is this more…

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Releasing Stuck Energy For Emotional Freedom

Hey everyone, welcome to this episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast! Today, we’re going to talk about some of the challenges we face when we have stuck energy and how hard and soft trauma impacts our nervous system. It’s really interesting to see how traditional masculine teachings can sometimes be limiting when it comes to this. But don't worry, we'll explore how masculine and feminine…

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Mother's Day Special - The Tantric Path to Motherhood

In this enlightening episode of the Love, Sex and Freedom podcast, we explore the integration of tantric and awakening teachings in family life, especially in the realm of mothering. Raven, joined by her daughter Sydelle, unveils her soulful parenting style that celebrates authenticity, vulnerability, and a profound spiritual connection. She emphasizes treating children as equals and imparting…

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How to find purpose and live a life you love

Are you longing to feel more alive, authentic, and connected to your purpose? In this episode, Sydelle Boscarello and Tara Meegan share their real-life journeys of letting go of what no longer fits and stepping into lives that truly reflect who they are. Tara opens up about leaving a 17-year career in marine ecology after chronic pain and burnout forced her to listen to her body and heart. She…

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Tantra Is the End of Trying

In today's episode of Love, Sex, and Freedom, Raven shares her profound journey from a pre-Tantra life shaped by meditation and mindset work to embracing Tantra amidst life's trials like cancer and past abuse. She beautifully articulates Tantra as a holistic journey, transcending physicality to embrace the interplay of masculine and feminine energies. Tantra isn't just about sex; it's a sacred…

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Cultivating Self-Worth and Embodying Sacred Relationships

In this episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast, Raven and Tara delve into the theme of self-worth. They discuss how self-love and self-acceptance are crucial foundations that can be strengthened by incorporating tantric practices, meditation, and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), allowing individuals to fully embrace their true essence in everyday life. Through their conversation, Raven…

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The Path of Purification

Today's episode features a segment from the Align Mini-Course, where Raven guides us into the depths of self-discovery. She illuminates the process of peeling away the layers of our constructed identities, narratives, and controlling behaviours. She shares intimate tales from her journey through personal development and tantra, highlighting just how vital it is to invest in ourselves. Whether it's…

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Soul Connections: The Art of Growing Together in Intimacy

In today's episode of the Love, Sex, and Freedom podcast, Raven speaks to how Tantra can rejuvenate not only our romantic lives but our everyday moments as well. She explores the crucial balance of masculine and feminine energies within ourselves and discusses how achieving this inner equilibrium can profoundly impact our relationships. Focusing on personal growth and self-leadership, Raven talks…

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Holy Desires & a Path to Divine Connection

In today's episode, we feature a segment from the Align Mini-Course, where Raven delves into awakening authentic desires using tantra. She talks about how being open and deeply feeling our desires can help us overcome fears of not being enough or facing rejection. The focus is on creating a worldwide community dedicated to true self-awakening and nurturing a deep connection with ourselves,…

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Pleasure is Godly

In today's episode, Raven and Tara dive deep into the sacred journey of aligning with our genuine desires and peeling away the layers of societal and spiritual conditioning that often mute our inner callings. They bring light to the tantric wisdom that celebrates pleasure and desire as beautiful avenues to connect with the divine essence within us. This conversation is all about learning to listen…

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Awakening Your Inner Warrior, Lover, Priestess, and Mother

In today's episode, Raven invites us to explore the sacred connection with our womb space, a source of profound wisdom and power. She also guides us through the transformative roles of the warrior, lover, priestess, and mother archetypes that dwell within us. The conversation journeys into the warrior's path of deep embodiment and intuitive discernment, the lover's innate ability to savour joy and…

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Rebirth of the Divine Feminine: Pathways to Emotional and Spiritual Liberation

Today's episode dives deep into the journey of liberating ourselves from the limitations imposed by our historical feminine lineages. Raven examines the shallow portrayals of female empowerment prevalent in today's society, steering the conversation towards the core idea of intrinsic worthiness. Listeners are invited to explore and embrace the multifaceted nature of femininity, encouraging a…

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