Relationship Diversity Podcast

Send us a textThe Relationship Diversity Podcast celebrates and explores all aspects of relationship structure diversity from soloamory to monogamy to polyamory and everything in between because every relationship is as unique as you are. Episode #049Redefining Sex and Sexuality with Rachel WrightToday’s episode is part of our Conversations series. I am just one voice in this relationship diversity movement.  And it’s important to bring more unique perspectives into the conversation.  Today I’ll be talking with Psychotherapist Rachel Wright, about reframing and redefining sex and sexuality. I feel that her definition of sex, in and of itself, has the potential to bring so much healing to our collective sexual wounding - it did for me!But first, a little about her:Psychotherapist Rachel Wright is recognized as one of the freshest voices on modern relationships, mental health, and sex. She is an experienced speaker, group facilitator, educator, therapist, podcast host, coach, and on-camera mental health and relationship expert.With a Master’s Degree in clinical psychology, Rachel Wright has worked with thousands of humans worldwide, helping them scream less and screw more. She has brought her message to stages across the globe, was SHAPE Magazine’s Sex + Relationships Coach, created the virtual workshop series What You Wish You Learned in School: Sex Ed, and is currently one of mindbodygreen’s article review experts. She also co-produced and hosted a show at Green Room 42 in NYC called “One Night Stand: A Night for Sexier & Healthier Broadway.” Rachel has been featured widely in the media, including on Cheddar TV, SHAPE, INSIDER, mbg, InStyle, The Dipp, Well & Good — plus Cosmopolitan Magazine,  and hundreds of other outlets. Her new podcast, The Wright Conversations, is climbing the charts and getting rave reviews from listeners.Connect with her:Website | Instagram | The Wright Conversations Podcast Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski, Ph.D ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Get Your Free Relationship Diversity Guide Connect with me:InstagramTikTokWebsiteGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for Good”Podcast Music by Zachariah HickmanSupport the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textThe Relationship Diversity Podcast celebrates and explores all aspects of relationship structure diversity from soloamory to monogamy to polyamory and everything in between because every relationship is as unique as you are.Episode #048Shifting Your Relationship Structure - How Timing Can Influence Your DecisionIn this episode, I tell you the story of my life by sharing the different chapters of my relationship story.I talk about how my needs and desires have changed over time and how my self-evolution has helped me determine what relationship structure was the best expression for the chapter of life I was in.I’ve practiced soloamory, monogamy, open relationship and polyamory and each structure has reflected my evolving intention and vision.Honoring this natural process of evolution and learning to accept and love oneself is all part of choosing consciousness in relationships.This is Relationships Reimagined.Join me to be a part of this new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships.✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Get Your Free Relationship Diversity Guidewww.relationshipdiversitypodcast.comTo schedule a 30-minute clarity call and to get more information about working privately with me, click here.Connect with me:InstagramTikTokWebsiteGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for Good”Podcast Music by Zachariah HickmanAd Music by Playsound from PixabySupport the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textEpisode #047Creative Monogamy with Dr  Joli HamiltonToday’s episode is part of our Conversations series. I am just one voice in this relationship diversity movement.  And it’s important to bring more unique perspectives into the conversation.  Today, I will be talking with Dr. Joli Hamilton all about creative monogamy - what it is and how to explore it in a conscious and intentional way. We talk about how embracing the process of this exploration can bring you the immense freedom to imagine the limitless potential of your most fulfilling relationship experiences. A little about her:Dr. Joli Hamilton is the relationship coach for couples who color outside the lines. She is a research psychologist, TEDx speaker, best-selling author, and AASECT (pronounced ay-sect) certified sex educator. Joli also co-hosts the Playing with Fire podcast with her anchor partner, Ken. Joli’s been featured in The New York Times, NPR, and Vogue.She’s spent the past two decades studying and reimagining what love can be if we open our imaginations to possibility. Joli helps people create non-monogamous partnerships that are custom-built for their authentic selves, no more shrinking, pretending, or hiding required.Connect with Dr. Joli:Website | Jealousy Course | Instagram | TikTok | Playing with Fire PodcastWondering about opening up your relationship? Take Dr. Joli’s free quiz | Sign up for her free salonThis is Relationships Reimagined.Join me to be a part of this new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Get Your Free Relationship Diversity Guidewww.relationshipdiversitypodcast.comTo schedule a 30-minute clarity call and to get more information about working privately with me, click here.Connect with me:InstagramTikTokGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for Good”Podcast Music by Zachariah Hickman Ad Music by Support the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textThe Relationship Diversity Podcast celebrates and explores all aspects of relationship structure diversity from soloamory to monogamy to polyamory and everything in between because every relationship is as unique as you are. Episode #046Unpacking Your Familial Programming about Intimate Relationships How does your past influence your present? We learn so much about relationships through our childhood experiences ~ what we see, what we hear, and what we observe creates our subconscious beliefs around relationships.  This is great if we are in alignment with what we grew up with. But for many, there are deep wounds that keep us from experiencing authentic, fulfilling unique relationships that reflect our unique selves. By doing our own inquiry and healing, we have the possibility to completely change the narrative of intimate relationships. This is Relationships Reimagined. Join me to be a part of this new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ Get Your Free Relationship Diversity Guide Connect with me:InstagramTikTokWebsite Get my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for Good” Podcast Music by Zachariah Hickman Book Ad Music by MadirfanSupport the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textThe Relationship Diversity Podcast celebrates and explores all aspects of relationship structure diversity from soloamory to monogamy to polyamory and everything in between because every relationship is as unique as you are.Episode 045:Living Your Most Authentic Life with Laura NickelsToday’s episode is part of our Conversations series. I am just one voice in this relationship diversity movement.  And it’s important to bring more unique perspectives into the conversation.  Today will be talking with Laura Nickels about her journey of living her most authentic, aligned life. She also gives amazing tips on how to start on your own journey of awareness and acceptance of your true self.Laura Nickels is an authenticity coach, speaker, and queen of the pivot. In her 40+ years, she has subscribed to conservative Christianity, dismantled her religious beliefs, come out later in life, subsequently gone through a divorce from a 15-year marriage, left her school counseling career, and started a coaching business. Her coaching practice focuses on helping people free themselves from the pain of inauthenticity to connect to the joy of the freedom that comes from living in alignment. Laura’s Website | Instagram | TikTok This is Relationships Reimagined.Join me to be a part of this new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Get Your Free Relationship Diversity Guidewww.relationshipdiversitypodcast.com To schedule a 30-minute clarity call and to get more information about working privately with me, click here.Connect with me:InstagramTikTokWebsiteGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for Good” Podcast Music by Zachariah Hickman Ad Music by Playsound from PixabySupport the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textThe Relationship Diversity Podcast celebrates and explores all aspects of relationship structure diversity from soloamory to monogamy to polyamory and everything in between because every relationship is as unique as you are.Episode #044My Most Transformative Healing Came in the Most Uncommon Way In this episode, I am coming out as my true Intuitive self! Are you seeing the world through the lens of your woundedness? Then this episode is for you! In it I will talk about energetic subconscious reprogramming and tips to start your own practice.  I also will talk about why this is important when exploring diverse relationship structures and embracing your unique self. Because, as I always say, “Every relationship is as unique as you are.” This is Relationships Reimagined. Join me to be a part of this new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ThetaHealing™️ WebsiteHow To Solve All Your Money Problems Forever - this is a great book on affirmations.Manifesting True Love by Brian ScottTransformation Programming by Brian ScottEpigenetic Hypnosis by Trigram HealingConversations with God Book 1 by Neale Donald Walsh ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ Get Your Free Relationship Diversity Guidewww.relationshipdiversitypodcast.com To schedule a 30-minute clarity call and to get more information about working privately with me, click here. Connect with me:InstagramTikTokWebsite Get my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for Good”Podcast Music by Zachariah HickmanAd Music by Support the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textThe Relationship Diversity Podcast celebrates and explores all aspects of relationship structure diversity from soloamory to monogamy to polyamory and everything in between because every relationship is as unique as you are.Episode #043Healing Through BDSM and Kink with Amanda RueToday’s episode is part of our Conversations series. I am just one voice in this relationship diversity movement.  And it’s important to bring more unique perspectives into the conversation.  Today will be talking with Amanda Rue, a modern mystic and pleasure coach where we talk about how BDSM and kink can be a way for some people to heal their sexual wounding. This conversation was so enlightening and really busts through societal judgments of how society views kink and sexual pleasure. But first, a little about Amanda:She’s an erotic energy worker, modern mystic and pleasure coach. Her work invites us to release shame and come into a more conscious connection with pleasure and healing. She also performs under the pseudonym, Rev.Rucifer and promotes practices of sacred sexuality through workshops, events and private sessions, including Sensual Reiki and Reiki Bondage, a BDSM-inspired healing practice.She has helped thousands of people from all over the world uncover their pleasure within and develop practices that cultivate personal safety, care and respect. Amanda has made it her life's work to help individuals, organizations and companies to embrace all that life has to offer through meaningful dialogue, transformative change and the pursuit of pleasure. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Cosmopolitan, The New York Times, Seasons 1 & 2 of Sex Life on EPIX just to name a few. Amanda’s Website  |  Instagram  |  Twitter ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Learn more about my upcoming Relationship Diversity Group Program - Spring 2023Get Your Free Relationship Diversity Guidewww.relationshipdiversitypodcast.comConnect with me:InstagramTikTokWebsitePodcast Music by Zachariah HickmanAd Music by PlaysoundSupport the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textEpisode #042The Evolution of Diverse Relationships and the Bonding Project with Dr. Elisabeth SheffToday’s episode is part of our Conversations series. I am just one voice in this relationship diversity movement.  And it’s important to bring more unique perspectives into the conversation. Today I’ll be talking with Dr. Elisabeth Sheff about the evolution of Relationship Diversity from her over 25-year career and her work with the Bonding Project. About Dr. Eli:Dr. Elisabeth “Eli” Sheff is a researcher, expert witness, coach, speaker, and educational consultant. With a PhD in Sociology and certification as a Sexuality Educator from the AASECT, Dr. Sheff specializes in gender and sexual minority families, consensual non-monogamy, and kink/BDSM. Sheff is the foremost academic expert on polyamorous families with children, and her 25+ year Polyamorous Family Study is the only longitudinal study of poly families with children to date.  Dr. Eli’s first book, The Polyamorists Next Door(2014 hardback and ebook, 2015 paperback and audiobook), details the findings of the first 15 years of her research on polyamorous families with children. Her second book, Stories from the Polycule (2015), is an edited anthology of writings by polyamorous folks. When Someone You Love is Polyamorous (2016)  guides family members and significant others who are trying to understand a polyamorous loved one. Children in Polyamorous Families (2020) is Dr. Eli’s newest book, a short summary of her findings on children to date. Sheff blogs for Psychology Today at The Polyamorists Next Door.  In collaboration with three colleagues, Dr. Eli developed the Bonding Project, a test people can take to explore their preferred bonding styles.  Connect with Dr. Eli here.  Learn about the Bonding Project✴️ ✴️ ✴️Learn more about my upcoming Design Your Dream Relationship Live ExperienceGet Your Free Relationship Diversity Guidewww.relationshipdiversitypodcast.comConnect with me: Instagram | TikTokPodcast Music by Zachariah HickmanAd Music by Support the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textThe Relationship Diversity Podcast celebrates and explores all aspects of relationship structure diversity from soloamory to monogamy to polyamory and everything in between because every relationship is as unique as you are.Episode #041Conversations with Annie Henderson about Coming OutToday’s episode is part of our Conversations series. I am just one voice in this relationship diversity movement.  And it’s important to bring more unique perspectives into the conversation.  Today will be talking with my friend, Annie Henderson, a Professional Life Coach and Coming Out Coach where she shares her personal story about coming out later in life and gives some amazing tips on how to approach your own journey of bringing your authentic self out into the world.  About Annie: She's a Certified Professional Life Coach specializing as a Coming Out Coach for the LGBTQIA community and helps people-pleasers that avoid conflict, over-apologize, and struggle to say no, start living authentically and find the peace they have been missing.After going from an unfulfilled existence checking all the boxes of perceived “success,” to breaking into an intentional, abundant life, she now uses her experiences and professional background as a teacher, counselor, and life coach, to teach and mentor others. In working with her diverse clientele to discover unapologetic joy, including the LGBTQIA community and people-pleasers, her teachings focus on releasing self-doubt, embracing the power in setting boundaries, and removing the habit of over-apologizing.  She’s the international best-selling co-author of She Did It! which follows women from around the world and their transformational journey.  Annie’s master’s degrees in education, school counseling and professional counseling, complement her mission and inform her regular content shared with loyal followers on TikTok and Instagram. Annie’s Website and her book, “Later In Life Lesbian” The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Learn more about my upcoming Design Your Dream Relationship Live ExperienceGet Your Free Relationship Diversity Guidewww.relationshipdiversitypodcast.comConnect with me:InstagramTikTokPodcast Music by Zachariah HickmanAd Music by Playsound from PixabySupport the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textThe Relationship Diversity Podcast celebrates and explores all aspects of relationship structure diversity from soloamory to monogamy to polyamory and everything in between because every relationship is as unique as you are. Episode #040Why Emotional Security Is So Important For Our Intimate Relationships In this episode, I explore emotional security and why it’s so important for cultivating intimacy in your relationships.  I look at the following:·       What emotional security is·       Why emotional security is so important in intimate relationships·       Why someone may feel emotionally unsafe·       How to cultivate emotional security within yourself·       How emotional security shows up in the context of relationship diversity ·       Tips to build emotional security with your partner This is courageous healing work.  With dedication, desire, and perseverance, emotional security can be rediscovered, relearned, and reclaimed. Know that you are worthy. Trust that it is possible. I’m cheering you on and supporting your journey. If you are wanting to explore diverse relationships in an accepting and compassionate space, find out more HERE about my next live group coaching program starting in the spring of 2023. This is Relationships Reimagined. Join me to be a part of this new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Learn more about my upcoming Relationship Diversity Group Program Get Your Free Relationship Diversity Guidewww.relationshipdiversity.com  Connect with me:InstagramTikTokWebsiteGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for Good” Podcast Music by Zachariah HickmanAd Music by Playsound from Pixaby Support the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.