Watch Sex and Sensuality for the Churchy's season finale to learn about LuzCelenia and Stefane's beginner kink journey including some of the most commonly asked questions for those interested in starting their kink journey. Support the show Sign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERE CLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sen…

Welcome Back to Sex and Sensuality for the Churchy podcast where LuzCelenia and Stefane talk all things sex and sensuality for the currently churched, the formerly churched, and the over-churched. This week we're revisiting kink and covering some of the most commonly asked questions about kink. Listen to the 3-part Kink episode from season 2 here: …

Host, LuzCelenia, and Stef continue the conversation on masturbation discussing the benefits of the practice and debunking some of the myths about it as well. Stay till the end for a sensual mindful moment and preview of a self-pleasure guided meditation. Full meditation will be available this week on our YouTube channel. "Feel It Now " used with p…

Join us in this episode as we dive deep into the taboo topic of masturbation and explore the long-standing myth that it is a sin. Our experts separate fact from fiction and provide evidence-based insights on the physical, emotional, and mental benefits of solo sex. Let's break the stigma and embrace our sexuality without guilt or shame. Tune in now…

Welcome to "Sex and Sensuality for the Churchy," the podcast where we explore topics related to sex, love, and relationships in the context of faith and spirituality. In this episode, we will be discussing some recent headlines that have caught our attention. First up, we'll be delving into the controversial documentary, "Freaknik: The Wildest Part…

Join us in this thought-provoking episode as we delve into the intriguing topic of Matthew 26:41 and its interpretation regarding sexual temptation. Does the phrase "the flesh is weak" refer to abstaining from sex, or does it have a deeper meaning? We explore our viewpoints to shed light on this controversial topic. Does celibacy or abstinence trul…

Continuing the conversation from last week, we continue to delve into the often-misunderstood phrase from the New Testament, "It's better to marry than to burn." Our host LuzCelenia shares a personal story about a church leader who used this phrase to justify his decision to get married, but what started as an explanation proved to foreshadow a pat…

In this episode of Sex and Sensuality for the Churchy, we delve into the often-misunderstood phrase from the New Testament, "It's better to marry than to burn." While this verse has been used to promote abstinence and chastity, it's also been taken out of context, leading to harmful and damaging attitudes toward sex and marriage. Our host LuzCeleni…

Power dynamics are present in every relationship, and romantic relationships are no exception. In fact, power struggles can often arise in intimate relationships, as each partner tries to negotiate their needs and desires. But what exactly is power in a relationship, and how does it affect the individuals involved? In this episode, we explore the r…

Welcome to episode 11 of Sex and Sensuality for the Churchy, where we’ll be discussing unrealistic expectations in relationships and the dangers they can bring. Many people enter into relationships with certain expectations, whether it be about love, trust, communication, or even material possessions. While it’s natural to have expectations in any …

In this episode, we dive into the controversial topic of soul ties - the idea that when we have sexual or emotional intimacy with someone, we create a spiritual connection that can be impossible to break. Some people believe that soul ties can have negative effects on our lives, while others consider them to be a myth. We explore the origins of the…

In this podcast episode, we explore the topic of emotional healing in romantic relationships and why it is important for our well-being. We delve into the various reasons why people may need to heal emotionally, including trauma, past experiences, and difficult relationships and the impact that our emotional immaturity has on us including romantici…

Part 2 of What makes sex holy or sacred? Is it marriage? Is it sacrilegious to consider yourself favored by God when engaging in sexual activity? How do you make or keep the sanctity of sex? Let's talk about it. Support the show Sign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERE CLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for …

What makes sex holy or sacred? Is it marriage? Is it sacrilegious to consider yourself favored by God when engaging in sexual activity? Join hosts, LuzCelenia and Stef for part 1 of this conversation and stay tuned for part 2 next week! Support the show Sign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERE CLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community…

In this episode, we'll explore how to tap into your intuition and trust the guidance it provides. We'll look at how our host, LuzCelenia used her intuition, sensual practice, and practical experience to execute her 40th birthday party. Head over to our Youtube channel to catch a clip of LuzCelenia singing at her party. Support the show Sign up for …

When and how did you learn about sex? Stef and LuzCelenia share their stories of sex education. Support the show Sign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERE CLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the Churchy Watch on YouTube As always, BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN!By LuzCelenia & Stef

Are you familiar with the scripture Mathew 16:24, "Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me"? How was that taught when you heard it? Too often we are told we have to sacrifice for the church, our partners, our children, our parents, our jobs, etc., and this scriptu…

Stef and LuzCelenia discuss a Twitter thread by @reynasnoriega and dig deeper into why people choose certain relationships but refuse to do the things that would make their partner happy and feel loved. Does it matter if your partner can't give it to you? Where's the line? Are we asking for too much or not enough? Support the show Sign up for the h…

LuzCelenia along with the new co-host, Stef, continue the conversation from last week's episode about misogyny in the church and how misogyny has impacted our lives. Theme music: Ashland - Neon (used with permission) Support the show Sign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERE CLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality…

Podcast is bizack!!! New episode is LIVE on YouTube, Apple, Spotify and me website… Link in Bio!! LuzCelenia is leaving her church of 18 years and shares with you why. The Sex and Sensuality podcast team is growing and the bane is changing (a little bit) again… Give a warm welcome to our new co-host, Stef… and with that the name will be changed to …

We are still blaming women for their abuse and I don't like that! I get that Da'Naiah is not a sympathetic victim, but let me hip you to something...victims aren't perfect and do not/should not have to perform to get your sympathy or empathy. Today's episode we go into why the Da'Naiah's of the world need to be shown more grace and how LuzCelenia w…

The average married couple in the United States has sex once a week and Christian couples are having even less than that. In this week's episode, LuzCelenia talks about why Black Christian couples are likely to have less sex, what the benefits are of having more sex, and tips on how to increase the frequency and satisfaction of your sex life. Click…

LuzCelenia gets personal in this episode discussing how she grieved the relationship she thought would be her last one and turned pain into gold. Join LuzCelenia on Wednesday, December 14th in her private Facebook group (link below to join) for Unleash Your Radiance where she shares more about her journey and what she calls "the holy trinity of hea…

The narrative that we're broken is old and tired and a lot of the advice given to and from men and women about relationships on the internet and on these red pill podcasts is really just toxic and counterproductive to the goal of experiencing real, healthy love growing up. Our foundation wasn't laid properly. Our parents and their parents did the b…

Delayed but not denied...we had some tech issues but we close out Kinktober with our special guest, Dee Rae. She was so gracious to record again to get this much needed conversation about her journey as a church girl into kink and polyamory. She also shares helpful tips for beginners and some high-level information about the spectrum that is kink. …

We are continuing our conversation on kink with the Erogenous Coach, Dr. LaVonne Shaw who is a licensed minister and certified Dominatrix. We talk about how the Erogenous Coach came about from a place of necessity because of how many women were not equipped to give or experience pleasure with their partners or spouses and why she decided to become …

Back after an unplanned 2-week break and we are diving right into kink since it's National Kink Month Chapter 1: LuzCelenia shares about why there was a 2 week break and how her sensual practice helped her to clarify and empower herself to be able to realign and inevitably find peace to move forward. Chapter 2: A brief introduction to kink. What is…

Is sex just for procreation? Was it created simply to be fruitful and to multiply or can we also experience pleasure not as a byproduct but as its focus too? One way to gauge pleasure in sex is experiencing orgasms and unfortunately, heterosexual women statistically are having fewer orgasms than anyone else with heterosexual men having the most. Th…

Ever heard that masturbation is a sin or that it invites evil spirits into your life? Let's talk about it along with some of my thoughts (I promise no spoilers) of The Woman King. To close out the episode stay for some useful affirmations that can help you remove shame around self-pleasure and masturbation. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for …

The podcast has a new name and renewed mission. You can go to the link below to subscribe to the podcast SUBSCRIBE HERE See you on Instagram for the live aftershow at 9 pm EST at www.instagram.com/_luzcelenia_ As always, BE AS RADIANT AS THE SUN! Credits: Sunday Spirit by music by audionautix.com Support the show Sign up for the host, LuzCelenia's …

Shout out to Queen Beyonce cuz, "That's that Kodak energy" What energy? Sexual energy because that is what we're digging into in this episode. Sexual energy is our life force energy and learning to use it properly versus suppressing it the way the church teaches us to or wasting it by swinging the pendulum in the complete opposite direction. Ancien…

We're back with a new name and a clarified mission....Sex and Sensuality for Church Girls is committed to deconstructing beliefs around sex and our sensuality every single episode. This week's episode in honor of Sexual Health Month we're talking about pleasure! Why is pleasure important to the church girl? How can it help us flourish? How do we in…

Here's a special gift of a bonus episode as we work towards true repentance. Use these affirmations in your own personal practice or use this recording as a guided meditation to help you renew your mind and course correct towards true alignment. Support the show Sign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERE CLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB …

If you grew up in church or have attended a Black church service you have likely heard the preacher do an altar call and urge sinners to repent, but what does that mean. Is repenting just saying you're sorry to God for committing a sin? Is it just regretting what you did because of the adverse outcome or because you were caught? Let's talk about it…

In this week's episode, LuzCelenia wanted to share some affirmations that may help you on your journey towards being more vulnerable with yourself as we strive to feel our emotions instead of fixing them. Thanks to www.healingbrave.com for the affirmations. Support the show Sign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERE CLICK HERE to join our…

Are You intellectualizing your pain? Do you have the special skill where you have the ability to be transparent with people but never be vulnerable enough to let them know who you really are? Let's talk about how we can't fully heal using our ego and how disconnecting from our emotions does more than convince ourselves we're preventing future pain.…

In the process of taking up our God-given space one must make the consistent choice to be authentic. Authenticity is the quality of being authentic. Authentic is defined as genuine, based on facts; accurate or reliable. “Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we’re supposed to be and embracing who we are. Choosing authenti…

Inspired by an excerpt from ave Adamson’s book 52 Hebrew Words Every Christian Should Know LuzCelenia encourages us to take up our God-given space, do the work to know who we are and what that space is, and never let anyone diminish our abilities or play small for anyone including our own insecurities. She also reminds us of The Radiant Manifesto, …

Let's talk about manifestation! In a recent Facebook room hosted by Saweetie with Ari Lennox and Erykah Badu Saweetie asked Erykah for advice in manifesting success in their industry. She shared several gems, but briefly mentioned alignment. She unfortunately didn't have enough time to expand and I notice how often when people talk about manifestat…

In this episode of The Radiant Sessions LuzCelenia extends her thanks for al the kind messages after last week's abbreviated message while she took time to manage her mental health. She also talks about style and makes some key points about how you can develop your own sensual style and how on this journey of healing how we present ourselves can of…

I didn't want to leave you hanging this week. So, listen in on this amended episode and hear why I did not record a full episode this week. Check out the new Fall merchandise at www.luzcelenia.com/shop Follow me on Instagram www.instagram.com/winluzordraw and www.instagram.com/theeradiantsessions Like my page on Facebook at www.facebook.com/radiant…

LuzCelenia shares a word of encouragement on our journey of healing. As tough and triggering healing can be it's important to remember to keep moving forward. Don't hyperfocus so much on fixing the problem that you remain stagnant. When the feelings arise acknowledge and honor them and then move...move your body to shift your energy, but also don't…

Have you ever heard of pathological accommodation? No! Well, neither had I until the other day. Let's talk about it and how it prevents us from being the person we were created to be and what steps we can take to reclaim or even learn who we are authentically. Sources 1.https://www.researchgate.net/publication/312083300_Brandchaft%27s_Pathological_…

Are you a good girl? For real, though...are you really a good girl, or do you just play one on TV? Why are you acting? Why do you stress yourself out trying to please everyone around you except yourself? Making other people happy isn't a problem unless you're constantly doing it at the expense of your own peace and happiness. Aht aht we don't do th…

As promised in the previous episode LuzCelenia gives her answer to the 17 signs of toxic church culture and lists what she thinks would be 17 signs of a healthy culture and her commitment to building a community for women. If you are a self-proclaimed church girl who is searching for like-minded women, seeking to expand your spiritual practice beyo…

I've talked about toxic relationships from romantic to familial, but what about toxic churches. Tune in for some signs that you may be a part of or experienced a toxic church culture. The conversation doesn't end there, though. Tune back in next week for my offering to help combat that and to provide a safe place for women like me who love God and …

After all these years of therapy, healing, and shadow work I encountered another major milestone on the journey. I have now been officially diagnosed with ADHD and am taking medication to treat it. Join me on this episode as I share how I came to receive my diagnosis, a little about what ADHD looks like and how I feel now that I've been diagnosed. …

What part does sensuality play in your shadow work and healing journey? LuzCelenia talks about how it helps you become in tune with who you are, help you build a strong foundation of self-love, and will keep you in tune with pleasure in every way possible. Support the show Sign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERE CLICK HERE to join our …

Part 2 on Shadow Work including some of the benefits of doing shadow work and some of the issues you are experiencing by not engaging your shadow including spiritual bypassing. "Spiritual bypassing is a tendency to use spiritual ideas and practices to sidestep or avoid facing unresolved emotional issues, psychological wounds, and unfinished develop…

Have you ever heard of shadow work and wondered what it is? Here's my interpretation of shadow work and the steps needed to do your own shadow work. Book cited: How to do the Work by Dr. LaPerla Support the show Sign up for the host, LuzCelenia's mailing list HERE CLICK HERE to join our PRIVATE FB Community, Sex and Sensuality for the Churchy Watch…