
Are you wanting to learn more about sacred spot practices? I had the honor of hosting an enlightening episode with the incredible hosts of The Sex Reimagined Podcast, Dr. Willow Brown, a Chinese medicine doctor and Taoist sexologist, and Leah Piper, a Tantra sex expert. These amazing women have dedicated their lives to the intersection of spirituality and sexuality, helping people overcome shame and embrace pleasure with practices. The conversation began with my excitement about having Dr. Willow and Leah on the show. It was hard to contain my enthusiasm, as every episode they produce is filled with depth and nuance. I deeply appreciate the way they connect spirituality and sexuality, and I wanted to ensure that our discussion would provide valuable insights for those interested in these topics.
We kicked off by exploring the differences between Tantra and Taoism, two practices that both utilize sexual energy for healing but with different focuses. Leah described Tantra as a practice that harnesses sexual energy to purify the system of anything that isn’t love, using breath, movement, sound, presence, vulnerability, and trust. It’s about moving energy up the body, breaking up what doesn’t resonate with love, and awakening deeper, more transcendent experiences. Taoism, on the other hand, focuses on using sexual energy to heal the body, increase vitality, and feel deeply connected to nature. Our discussion then moved to the chakras and how both of these practices work with these energy centers.
Dr. Willow Brown highlighted that chakras are like little brains in our bodies holding memories, emotions, and beliefs. Leah added that approaching chakras through both Eastern and Western perspectives can offer profound healing. She emphasized the Western psychological themes tied to each chakra and how they can reveal childhood traumas that need to be addressed and healed through somatic practices. Next, we delved deeper into the intricacies of sacred spot practices. Leah shared her profound journey of using this practice for healing from sexual trauma.
Over a year, Leah committed to a rigorous practice, devoting three days a week and spending 30 to 45 minutes each time in a sacred spot ritual. She explained how she found and addressed various emotions and sensations stored in different parts of her genital area. Through breathing into the sensations, making relevant sounds, and being fully present, she managed to unlock and release a lot of trauma that had been stored in her body.
Her story about how she worked through sensations like numbness, burning, and grief was particularly touching. Leah didn’t just gloss over the tough parts; she shared how she was present with those difficult sensations, acknowledged them, and allowed them to have a voice. This part of the conversation highlighted the power of being present and compassionate to ourselves, even when facing our most challenging emotions.
Leah also discussed her experiences of receiving sacred spot massages from both men and women and how these sessions allowed her to address different aspects of her trauma related to each gender. This discussed the importance of safe and supportive touch in healing sexual trauma and how having trusted practitioners can help one navigate through the intense emotions that may arise during such practices. Dr. Willow Brown complemented Leah’s insights with her stories about working with women and facilitating similar healing practices.
She noted the experiences of clients who had stored trauma in various parts of their bodies and the significant shifts that occurred with somatic, energetic, and sound healing techniques. Dr. Willow stressed the importance of tuning into the body and understanding the messages it holds, especially when working through trauma. We didn’t want to leave our listeners with just theory; we wanted to provide them with practical advice and practices they could incorporate into their own healing journeys. We discussed simple breathing exercises, body awareness practices, and more advanced energy work like sacred spot massage.
Sacred Spot: Practical Practices
The goal was to make these healing techniques accessible and actionable for everyone, no matter where they are on their journey. One practical technique Leah shared was the concept of micro-practices. She explained how small, consistent actions could make a significant difference over time. For example, spending just one minute focused on each of the senses—smell, taste, touch, sound, and sight—can be a gateway to presence and mindfulness.
These micro-practices help to cultivate a sense of presence and connection with one’s body, which is crucial for sexual healing. Another tip was about how to integrate sensuality into daily life. Leah offered a simple yet effective practice: paying attention to the senses while eating, walking, or simply being. By bringing awareness to how food tastes, how the air feels on your skin, or the sounds around you, one can enhance their presence and connection with their body.
Dr. Willow discussed the importance of going slow and being gentle with oneself, especially when starting any new practice. She emphasized that healing doesn’t have to be a dramatic, all-at-once endeavor. Instead, it can be about making small, consistent steps towards greater awareness and understanding of one’s body and emotions. Leah’s dedicated practice over the year serves as a powerful example of how profound personal commitment and curiosity can lead to significant healing. Both she and Dr. Willow made it clear that you don’t need to rush through your healing process. The journey is personal and unique to each individual, filled with its own sets of challenges and rewards. In closing, I reflect on how grateful I am for the opportunity to share in such deep, meaningful conversations.
Final Thoughts
The insights that Leah and Dr. Willow provided were not only eye-opening but heart-opening as well. Their dedication to spiritual and sexual healing is inspiring, and I am honored to have had them on the show. For everyone listening, I hope this episode offers you valuable insights and practical steps that you can incorporate into your own life. The journey of sexual healing and self-discovery is ongoing, and having resources like those provided by these incredible guests can make it a little bit easier. Until next time, may this podcast connect you to new resources for your own healing. Lots of love.