The Pleasure and Peace Practice with Tia

Text me, Bestie! In this episode of the Pleasure in Peace Practice, Tia introduces the new season and discusses the importance of accessible mental health and sexual health education. She explores the themes of decolonizing therapy, understanding grief, and the connection between grief and sexual desire. Tia emphasizes the need for community support and introduces new offerings for listeners, incl...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity for our Whisper in My Ear segment, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Summary In this final episode of Season 1 of the Pleasure and Peace podcast, Tia welcomes her first guest, Sabs, an omnist mystic and tarot reader. They explore Sabs' journey through a purgatory-like experience in Las Vegas, her understanding of magic, and the...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity for our Whisper in My Ear segment, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Summary In this episode, Tia explores the intersection of magic and mental health, discussing how spiritual practices like tarot and ritual can complement traditional therapy. She emphasizes the importance of intention and cultural context in healing, highlighting...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Summary In this conversation, Tia explores the themes of desire, sex magic, and the power of pleasure as a form of manifestation . She dives into the heart of desire as divine energy and reveals how pleasure can become a living spell for healing, clarity, and creation. Through this episode, Tia gui...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity for our Whisper in My Ear segment, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Summary In this episode, Tia explores the concept of magic, particularly in the context of November and its connection to the Celtic holiday of Samhain. She defines magic as the art of directing energy through intention and emotion, emphasizing that it is not just...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity for our Whisper in My Ear segment, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Summary In this episode of the Pleasure and Peace Practice, Tia delves into the intriguing relationship between fear and desire, particularly in the context of Halloween. She discusses how erotic horror has historical roots and how the adrenaline from fear can enha...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity for our Whisper in My Ear segment, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Summary In this episode, Tia delves into the multifaceted nature of consent and communication, emphasizing that consent is not just a simple yes or no but a dynamic and ongoing process. She explores how understanding consent can enhance pleasure and connection in r...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity for our Whisper in My Ear segment, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Summary In this conversation, Tia explores the complexities of pleasure, particularly in the context of BDSM and power dynamics. She debunks common myths surrounding pleasure, emphasizing that submission does not equate to weakness, and dominance does not imply abu...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity for our Whisper in My Ear segment, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Summary In this episode of the Pleasure and Peace Practice, Tia explores the essential role of boundaries in fostering pleasure and peace. She discusses how boundaries are not just rules but invitations for deeper connection, emphasizing the importance of saying no...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠⁠⁠⁠ (I always respond!) Summary In this episode of the Pleasure and Peace Practice, Tia explores the topic of fantasies, emphasizing that they are a normal part of human experience. She discusses the nature of fantasies, their psychological functions, and their connection to mental health and sexuality...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity for our Whisper in My Ear segment, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Summary In this episode, Tia Conway explores the foundational concepts of power dynamics in relationships and their influence on sexual pleasure. She discusses the importance of understanding power, the role of consent in play, and offers insights into self-discove...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity for our Whisper in My Ear segment, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Summary In this episode, Tia addresses a listener's struggle with medical anxiety, particularly regarding gynecological exams. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging feelings of shame and fear, and offers practical tools for overcoming these challenges...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity for our Whisper in My Ear segment, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Summary The Wisdom Years In this episode, Tia explores the later seasons of sexual and emotional evolution, focusing on menopause and perimenopause. She debunks myths surrounding these stages, emphasizing that they do not signify the end of sexuality or pleasure. I...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity for our Whisper in My Ear segment, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠⁠⁠ Summary The Middle Years In this episode, Tia explores the middle years of women's lives, focusing on how pleasure is renegotiated during times of potential fertility, caregiving, and identity shifts. She emphasizes the importance of reclaiming one's body a...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity for our Whisper in My Ear segment, ⁠⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠⁠ Summary The Early Years In this episode of the Pleasure and Peace Practice, Tia explores the timeline of pleasure, focusing on the early years of puberty and the development of sensuality. She discusses the importance of understanding one's body, the impact of ear...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or curiosity for our Whisper in My Ear segment, ⁠⁠⁠please click here!⁠ Summary: Preparation Is Power In this episode of the Pleasure and Peace Practice, host Tia delves into the complexities of perimenopause, emphasizing the importance of proactive self-care and open communication with partners and healthcare providers. The conversation hig...

Text me, Bestie! To submit an anonymous question, comment or concern for our Whisper in My Ear segment, ⁠⁠please click here!⁠ Summary: Understanding the Shift Before the Shift In this episode of the Pleasure and Peace Practice, host Tia delves into the often misunderstood topic of perimenopause. She defines perimenopause, discusses its early signs and symptoms, and emphasizes the importance of und...

Text me, Bestie! In this episode of The Pleasure and Peace Podcast, host Tia explores the importance of reconnecting with our bodies and reclaiming agency over our pleasure and self-worth. She discusses the societal pressures that lead to disconnection and shame, particularly for women, and emphasizes the need for self-love and embodiment. Tia also addresses the misconceptions surrounding sexualit...

Text me, Bestie! In the inaugural episode of the Pleasure and Peace Practice Podcast, Tia introduces herself as a therapist and educator dedicated to helping women of color reconnect with their bodies and find joy. She discusses her journey into therapy and her mission to create a space for authentic conversations about mental health, sexual wellness, and emotional freedom. You can follow Tia on I...

Text me, Bestie! In this episode, Tia explores the concept of pleasure, emphasizing its foundational role in both sexual and mental health. She discusses how pleasure is often narrowly defined and encourages listeners to expand their understanding to include various forms of pleasure beyond sexual activity. Tia highlights the importance of reconnecting with pleasurable experiences in daily life an...

Text me, Bestie! In this episode of the Pleasure and Peace Practice, host Tia explores the concept of peace, emphasizing that it is not merely about stillness but rather about the state of one's nervous system. She discusses how true peace allows for deeper connections and emotional well-being, and shares a body scan exercise to help listeners invite more peace into their lives. The episode a...