Pleasure as a practice: How connection can change you, your relationships and the world

What if deeper intimacy, connection, and confidence come from within—through your own capacity for pleasure?In this episode, I’m joined by Elana Auerbach, author of The Sure Thing, to explore pleasure as a practice and the power of taking 100% responsibility for your own pleasure in transforming your relationship with your body, your partner, and yourself.Whether in partnership or solo, this conversation offers practical tools to feel more alive, confident, and connected. We also explore how embodiment, sensuality, and pleasure can expand into your voice, creativity, and societal impact.Time stamps:0:00 - 1:29: Introduction2:07 - 3:35: Discussion on pleasure, shame, and personal responsibility.4:03 - 5:46: Addressing societal shame and its impact.6:55 - 18:19 Elana's personal journey and the concept of pleasure as a practice.18:19 - 19:11: Benefits of regular pleasure practices and personal transformation.25:11 - 27:18: Advice for those with partners not open to pleasure practices.30:08 - 32:18: Sensuality as nourishment and its health benefits.33:35 - 34:53: Love as a positive force and yoga practice.35:20 - 37:09: Historical perspectives and starting new practices.45:08 - 49:15: Elana's awakening, discussion on white privilege and societal change.52:08 - 55:15: Closing thoughtsStay In Touch With Elana + resourcesWebsite - https://www.surethingexperiment.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/elanauerbachFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/elanauerbachThis Sure Thing Book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXYZ1234Free Gift - https://www.surethingexperiment.comStay In Touch With Anita Goa:Newsletter: http://anitagoa.com/anita/newsletter/Website: http://www.anitagoa.com http://www.anitagoastudio.com (membership)Anita's Instagram: https://instagram.com/anitagoawellbeingPhases Podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/thephasespodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/anitagoawellbeingpleasure, self-love, intimacy, personal growth, cultural conditioning, weekly practice, empowerment, sexuality, emotional health, societal change