The Lovers Society

In this inspiring episode, Award Winning Therapist Marissa Nelson interviews Lyvonne Briggs, a renowned spiritualist and author, about reimagining sexuality and faith. They explore how to unlearn shame, embrace pleasure as a divine gift, and integrate spirituality with sensuality, especially within faith communities.

 Key  topics

Unlearning shame around sexuality

The sacredness of pleasure and the body

The impact of religious conditioning on sexuality

Healing from sexual trauma and shame

Integrating spirituality and sensuality

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Intimacy and Shame

03:36 The Intersection of Faith and Sexuality

11:05 Reclaiming Pleasure as a Birthright

16:38 Overcoming Shame and Trauma

23:09 Decolonizing Religion and Embracing Sensuality

30:35 Navigating Faith and Intimacy

33:09 Redefining Gender Roles in Relationships

36:59 Understanding Love and Submission

39:17 The Impact of Purity Culture

44:52 Embracing Pleasure and Self-Care

50:36 The Power of the Erotic

55:32 Living a Life of Pleasure and Joy