The Tantric Life

As Christmas approaches, this episode offers a contemplative, mystical reflection on the deeper meaning behind the season. Drawing from Christian mysticism, Tantra, and interfaith spiritual wisdom, I explore Christmas not as a historical event alone, but as a living inner mystery... the awakening of Divine consciousness within each of us. From the symbolism of the winter solstice and the birth of...

In this episode, I explore gratitude through the lens of Tantra. Inspired by the spirit of Thanksgiving, I reflect on how how genuine thankfulness is equivalent to the ancient Tantric concept of  ananda  or divine bliss. I share how surrendering to life as an expression of Divine Mother transforms our relationship with reality, allowing peace, reverence, and gratitude to arise even in the midst of...

In this episode of The Tantric Life Podcast, I chat with Fernanda Zorzo, a Tantric therapist and creator of What the Heaven is Tantra. Together we explore how Kundalini activation, orgasm, and pleasure can become powerful gateways to healing and self-awareness. Fernanda shares her journey as a Tantra teacher, her insights into the plateau orgasm, and why she believes pleasure is essential for happ...

In this episode, we explore the deep connection between sex and spirituality through the lens of Tantra. Far from being opposites, sexual energy and spiritual awakening can flow together as expressions of the Divine. You’ll learn how Tantra views sexual energy as sacred, how to bring divine awareness into intimacy with a partner, and a simple practice to begin working with your own energy. This is...

In this episode, we explore one of the most powerful and mysterious forces in spiritual practice -  kundalini . Often described as a coiled serpent at the base of the spine, kundalini represents our deepest potential and is intimately connected to our sexual energy and creative life force. We look at how kundalini is viewed in Tantra, and why it's considered both a path to awakening and an exp...

In this episode, I sit down with Tantra teacher and retreat leader Harmony Hannigan for a deep and honest conversation about what it really means to  live Tantra —not just on the mat or in a workshop, but in the middle of everyday life. We explore the  Shiva–Shakti dynamic  as a powerful framework for working with triggers, emotions, and life’s challenges. Harmony shares two distinct Tantric appro...

Is there really a connection between tantra and sex? In this episode we unravel some of the myths and truths surrounding the popular belief that Tantra is about sex. References and source material for this episode can be found in the blog post: Sex and Tantra: Myth, Mystery, or Truth? ***** And if you’re looking to meet like-minded conscious people or make some new Tantric friendships, YuTantra is...

Today I am joined again by Daniel Erulian , a tantric yoga teacher trainer whose unique journey blends tantra, magic, divination, runes, and martial arts. In this episode we deep dive into the tantrik Five-Plus-One Layer Model of Self , that includes the physical realm, energy, thoughts, the subconscious, the void, and pure awareness which is our Divine essence. Daniel shares his wealth of experie...

Why is Tantra so often associated with sex? Is it just about pleasure, or does it hold a deeper spiritual significance? In this episode, we explore the true meaning of  sexual energy  in Tantra—how it has been understood in classical Tantra traditions, its connection to spiritual awakening, and how we can work with this energy beyond physical intimacy. We dive into the secretive  Kula-Yaga ritual...

In this episode my special guest, Uriel Yariv , co-founder of the Mahasiddha School of Yoga in Thailand, shares his profound spiritual journey with Tantra, offering insights into meditation, retreats, and the transformative power of tantra. Uriel describes his unique path, including spending years in silent retreats and embracing challenges as opportunities for growth and bliss. He explains how wo...

In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Daniel Erulian , a tantric yoga teacher trainer whose unique journey blends tantra, magic, divination, runes, and martial arts. Daniel shares how yoga serves as a unifying thread connecting all spiritual practices. The conversation led us deep into the nature of God, which Daniel sees as a boundless, paradoxical consciousness flowing through ever...

My special guest today is Tantric men's coach Steffo Shambo. In this conversation we discuss various topics about Tantra as it applies to Divine masculinity, and how men can use Tantra to activate their masculine power. Register for Steffo's 5-day online course " Activate Your Masculine Power " before the end of October 2024, and get 20% discount + free access to his men's co...

When we look back to original teachings of Tantra we see that the goal of practice was entirely spiritual. In the early tantric texts you won’t find teachings for how to improve your sex life, or how to heal your inner wounds through massage! Tantra is really a path of yoga. Yoga means union, and is a term that can be applied to many spiritual traditions and practices, that have as their goal unio...

Even though Tantra has ancient origins, it is ideal for living a more spiritual way of life in today's modern world. The early Tantric texts contain many descriptions of how to live a spiritual life. Living in a Tantric way means more than just practicing an exercise or a technique now and then. It's about cultivating an attitude and perspective of love and open-mindedness. Tantra as a way...

Just as in modern psychology, Tantra recognises the need to process negative emotions and traumatic experiences in order to have more well-being. Tantra teaches that when we have traumatic experiences, the strong emotions and memories associated with those experiences can become embedded in our subconscious like seeds, known in Sanskrit as Samskaras. If we don’t address and attend to those samskar...

I was recently interviewed on another podcast, and I wanted to share a short clip from our conversation. You can listen to the full conversation on the Brain Shaman podcast by Michael Waite. Michael is a really nice guy, and we had such a laugh talking about Tantra, Tantric sex, mantras, chanting, Tantra for men, semen retention, and so much more! Here's the link to the complete interview over...

By applying the teachings and principles of tantra you can rekindle the spark and passion in your relationship, and rediscover love at a deeper level. It’s very common for couples who have been together for a long time to feel a loss of passion and a diminishing of the spark of love and chemistry. In today’s episode I talk about some of the key principles of Tantric teachings that impact on your r...

Tantra provides an amazing framework and perspective that can radically change your dating experiences, and help you to manifest a quality loving partner in your life. The conventional, non-tantric, approach to dating encourages us to look for faults and imperfections in another person. Modern dating apps and social media makes us believe that there is surely something wrong with any potential dat...

This episode is intended to remind you how important it is to visit sacred places, and reconnect with the raw power of God, and recharge your personal connection with the Divine. I recently went back to visit the monastery where I had lived as a Hindu monk for 11 years. During my visit I was reminded of how easy it is to connect with the Divine in such a powerful sacred place. In our busy and stre...

This is part 2 of a two-part class in which we explore what Tantra is and where it comes from. This class is a concise overview of Tantra, intended as a comprehensive introduction for anyone who is curious to know what Tantra is really all about. In this episode we trace the development of Tantra through the early period of Classical Tantra, Kashmir Shaivism, and up to today’s modern Neo Tantra. B...

This is part 1 of a two-part class in which we explore what Tantra is and where it comes from. This class is a concise overview of Tantra, intended as a comprehensive introduction for anyone who is curious to know what Tantra is really all about. In this episode we consider definitions of the word Tantra, and present different views on what Tantra is. We also explore the early historical roots of...

Tantra is essentially about embracing every aspect of what it means to be human. The Tantric path gives us a means of utilising the body, the feelings, the mind, and all of the subtle energies in order to awaken a deeper, more expansive awareness within us. I was originally drawn to Tantra because it offers us the possibility of bringing together spirituality and sexuality, something which I had a...

In this podcast episode I explore one of the main causes of why some people keep attracting the same type of partner. Drawing on research in psychology, Tantra, and my own personal experience, I share a perspective that could radically change your whole experience of dating and the kinds of relationships you attract into your life. And if you’re looking to meet like-minded conscious people or make...

In this podcast episode I talk about how Tantric dating can help you to clear a common love block, that maybe you are too attached to your "type" when looking for a lover. With many dating apps designed to focus on that first impression of appearance, modern dating culture has become too obsessed about physical looks. And with social media training us to have an attention span of about 8 seconds,...

A Tantric approach to Law of Attraction incorporates six core elements, which can be tailored and adapted to your own personal needs. In this episode I explore what are those core elements, and what makes them Tantric. ******** And if you’re looking to meet like-minded conscious people or make some new Tantric friendships, YuTantra is a Tantra dating and events online community… a private and resp...