Shownotes
The science behind nervous system imprinting in childhood
The importance of going through both concealing and revealing cycles in life
How Layla knew there was something inside her worth fighting for
The power of turning your pain into medicine
Exactly what led Layla to the Tantric path
How to break free from the story that we have to be special to be worthy
Why the theory of Tantra is nothing compared to the actual practices
Bio
Layla Martin:
Layla Martin is a visionary and thought leader who teaches on sexuality, relationships and self-love to people across the globe.
Her devoted study of Tantra for 20+ years along with her sexuality, neuroscience and human biology studies at Stanford University have informed her unique teaching process and the creation of her proprietary VITA™ Methodology.
Layla’s programs have taught over 12,500 women, men and non-binary people her method of using breath, sound, movement, meditation and energy awareness to awaken their sexuality and reclaim their power and worthiness.
Layla has shared her work with over 150 million people and 500,000+ subscribers through her YouTube channel and has a weekly email audience of 375,000+ people. Her top-rated podcast, This Tantric Life, has reached over 1.3 million downloads.
Jess Magic:
Jess Magic is a “heARTist”, a soul-stirring songstress, a ceremonialist and a muse for today’s generation of visionary leaders and change-makers.
As a transformational facilitator and musical storyteller, Jess creates compelling invitations for people to interact with life from an open heart. In a world where so many are longing for deeper levels of connection, authentic expression and intimacy, Jess uses her humor, music, movement practices and storytelling to effectively weave a "spell" of love and connection that reveals relatable aspects of the human experience that penetrate and crack open the hearts of those who are touched by her presence.
Jess weaves together like-minded communities from San Francisco to Bali and beyond, offering her virtual Free Your Voice programs, Permission retreats, Gospel of Love Brunches and Soul Salons.
Her work has been seen in The New York Times and The London Sunday Times and has supported thousands of men and women from all walks of life in overcoming the shame, fear, and self-judgment that have inhibited their ability to discover, experience and express their feelings, their creative expression and their capacity to create intimacy with themselves and others. Her signature saying is “We don’t sing to be good. We sing to be free."
Learn more about Jess’ work on her website.
Timestamps
00:01:08 - Introduction
00:02:55 - Layla shares about her relationship with her father
00:06:39 - Your early years are when your nervous system is imprinted the most
00:09:24 - Layla explores her early relationship with her body
00:11:21 - Sign up for Layla’s newsletter at LaylaMartin.com
00:12:38 - How Layla knew there was something inside her worth fighting for
00:15:22 - Turning your pain into medicine
00:19:13 - The decision Layla made as a result of her early sexual experiences
00:21:34 - What Tantra means to Layla
00:22:43 - Unlock your deepest passion inside The Tantric Mastermind for Couples
00:26:44 - What led Layla to the Tantric path
00:29:00 - Layla shares the story of her Om tattoo
00:38:25 - The world we’re creating is a reflection of our consciousness
00:39:40 - It’s a human right to heal your pain
00:39:53 - Light up your body and sex life with MOOD SEX MAGIC™
00:42:39 - Layla explores the role of the Priestess Temple in modern day
00:48:22 - The importance of rebuilding sacred spaces
00:53:08 - Can you heal so deeply you can eventually feel grateful for your pain?
00:54:21 - Discover your sexual and relational potential inside VITA™ Sacred Sexuality
00:56:37 - What Layla sees as the path forward toward healing
01:02:19 - We’re all in a process of remembering
01:05:10 - The story we’ve internalized that that we have to be special to be worthy
01:09:03 - Your heartistry is not a vocation, it’s about a vibration
01:12:31 - The theory of Tantra is nothing compared to the actual practices
01:16:18 - Conclusion