Ep. 20: Couple's Privilege with Michael Love Part 1

Trigger warning: Contains brief references to self-harm, sexual assault, and consensual non-consent. Join us, Leanne & Greg Million, Certified Relationship and Sexuality Coaches, as we discuss red and green flags for vetting partners in BDSM (Bondage, Discipline, Domination, Submission, Sadomasochism, and Masochism), explain a variety of other kinks as well as discuss the shame that many people feel when realizing they are kinky. This is an educational discussion. There are no depictions of any sexual acts. Our focus is on safety & consent. GET IN TOUCH: Leave us a Comment! Let us know what you think. Feel free to contact us at info@empoweredpoly.ca if you would like us to provide our BDSM Checklist or If you are interested in coaching please visit us at empoweredpoly.com. Also, be sure to FOLLOW US on IG @thegregmillion and @leannemillion & @poly.thoughts! Enjoy our content? Please leave us a RATING and don't forget to FOLLOW the EMPOWERED POLY Podcast! NOTE for clarification: Drag artists are often not only entertaining, but they are part of a political, subversive movement intended to deconstruct gender. NOTE for clarification: We recognize that many submissives in subspace become non-verbal. We encourage Doms to rehearse and reward the use of safe words and implement physical signals (as discussed) that will make the Dom aware that the sub needs something to change. #bdsm #kink #consensualnonmonogamy #empoweredpoly #sexualityeducation #sexualitycoach #relationshipcoach #submission #dominance #intimacy #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyrelationship #polyamory #sexuality #relationshipgoals

31 Juli 202458min

Here's what happens when you get 3 sex-positive Relationship Coaches together!! You get to learn about ALL the ways to communicate, discuss, organize and enjoy a yummy THREESOME (or more-some)! Our special guest, and our online friend - holistic Relationship Coach and TedX speaker, Ali Hendry, shares her insights on why someone might want to have a threesome, how to bring it up, what fears, myths and misconceptions people have and best practices. Connect with Ali: https://alihendry.co.uk/ Social media: @alihendrycoaching LIKE OUR CONTENT? Hit LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! Looking for a coach? Visit our website: https://empoweredpoly.ca/ Mentioned in this podcast: Ali's TedX Talk "Survivor's Guide to Jealousy" - https://www.ted.com/talks/ali_hendry_survivor_s_guide_to_jealousy Leanne's Sex Languages Quiz - https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/5ff650e4f33af7001633254f NO MORE WET SPOT BLANKET - BEST Blanket to keep your bed and furniture dry! Leanne vouches for this well-made, durable, soft, and effective protective blanket from first-hand experience! Made in Canada! ❤️Order here -> https://www.nomorewetspot.info/NMWSaffiliate/NMWS_Affiliate.php?id=172 #consensualnonmonogamy #polyrelationship #polyamory #healthyrelationship #nonmonogamy #complexrelationships #relationshipcoach #intimacy #intimacyadvice #intimacycoaching #ethicalnonmonogamy #podcast #relationshipdynamics #relationshipadvice #relationships #sexpositive #threesomes #groupsex

7 Juni 20241h 12min

In this episode we discuss how we develop a self-aware foundation for building agreements based on core values and boundaries, vital categories to consider when creating Relationship Agreements, and why we chose to have what we call a "Limited Information Agreement". #consensualnonmonogamy #polyamorousrelationship #polyamory #polyamorous #polyam #healthyrelationships #healthyrelationship #relationshipcoach #relationshipadvice #relationshipcoaching #triads #throuples #openrelationship #openrelationships #empoweredpoly #nonmonogamy

13 Maj 20241h 2min

A fabulous time was had with the incredible Evita "Lavitaloca Sawyers" - as we discussed her journey as a black, queer, femme person into the worlds of non-monogamy, polyamory and kink! She shared with us her insights, wisdom and we enjoyed every minute! Evita is a coach, speaker, educator and author of "A Polyamory Devotional: 365 Days of Reflections for the Consensually Non-Monogamous", as well as the well known "Today's Polyamory Reminder" on IG. Where you can connect with Evita: https://www.instagram.com/lavitaloca34/ https://www.facebook.com/lavitalocasawyers/ #polyamorousrelationship #polyamory #polyamorous #polyam #ethicalnonmonogamy #consensualnonmonogamy #empoweredpoly #relationshipadvice #relationshipcoach #relationshipcoaching #relationshipcoachingforwomen #relationshipcoachingformen #comparison #healthyrelationships #healthyrelationship

18 Feb 20241h 7min

Disclaimer: This episode focuses on vaginal birth only and may contain triggering information for some listeners. The term "normal" birth is used ironically and in the video version on YouTube you can see that Anne uses quotation marks. If you or your partner has recently given birth, here's a podcast for you! In this episode, we welcome our special guest counsellor Anne Chronnell who specializes in helping us navigate major life events such as childbirth and parenting. We chat about what the body goes through and needs to heal from, expectations we/our partners/or society places upon the birther, ways to build intimacy with your partner, and how to support someone who's given birth. Note: we recognize not all birthing parents identify as female and may use terminology other than "mother" to describe themselves. Find out more about Anne and her work at https://redtentcounselling.ca or reach her directly at her email: info@redtentcounselling.ca Anne is hosting an in-person workshop for new birthers with babies 0-6 months old in January 2024 in Kelowna, BC, Canada. #polyam #polyamorous #polyamorousrelationship #sex #healthyrelationship #becomingaparent #parenthood #birthing #givingbirth #newparents #newparent #ethicalnonmonogamy #openrelationship #openrelationships #womenshealth #labour #intimacy #intimacygoals #intimacycoaching #sexcoach #relationshipcoach #relationshipcoaching #relationshipcoachingformen #relationshipcoachingforwomen

28 Dec 202345min

Comparison is the thief of joy! You may have heard that, recognize its importance and STILL suffer with comparison. We chat in this episode about our experiences with comparison, how it's shown up in our relationships and what we can do to help manage or reframe comparison to make it more helpful! While we focused in this episode on the differences in relationships to highlight their uniqueness, it is also worth noting that you may find yourself comparing similarities - which can lead to feeling "replaceable". Again, refocusing on what makes you special and unique as a human will help with those feelings. Also asking for reassurances from your partner(s). Books recommended: "Polywise" by Jessica Fern and David Cooley, and "The Body is Not an Apology" by Sonya Renee Taylor as well as the Workbook "Your Body is Not an Apology" by the same author. Error: Around 2:20 Leanne said "I'm comparing myself to my partner" but what she meant was "comparing myself to my meta" - although it also points out that you may feel competitive with your partner as well! #polyamorousrelationship #polyamory #polyamorous #polyam #ethicalnonmonogamy #consensualnonmonogamy #empoweredpoly #relationshipadvice #relationshipcoach #relationshipcoaching #relationshipcoachingforwomen #relationshipcoachingformen #comparison #healthyrelationships #healthyrelationship

8 Dec 20231h 3min

We were super jazzed to have psychotherapist and author of "Polysecure", Jessica Fern, return with her co-author David Cooley to chat about their new book, "Polywise" which is an amazing resource on healthy relating. We discuss restorative relationship conversations, parts work, codependency, ambiamory and how Eastern philosophy helped shaped their journey, as well as we dive into their own relationship history. Eye-opening and genuine conversation with two awesome humans! We had a blast! NOTE: Outtakes at the end! "Polywise: A Deeper Dive into Navigating Open Relationships" by Jessica Fern and David Cooley @Thornapple Press jessicafern.com www.restorativerelationship.com #polywise #polyamorousrelationship #relationships #polyamory #polyamorous #ethicalnonmonogamy #healthyrelationships #nonmonogamy #openrelationship #internalfamilysystems #codependency #polysecure #polyrelationship #polyamory #polyam

21 Sep 20231h 1min

You may not have heard about Ambiamory - the ability to be in either monogamous or polyamorous relationships. For those who identify as Ambiamorous, like Leanne, there are challenges and gifts. We invite you to explore what Leanne's journey of Ambiamory is like. If you're confused about why your mono-mind is so active when you really WANT to be polyamorous, or you wonder why as a monogamous person you can't shake the need to have other connections, this may be the episode for you! Leanne & Greg Million are International Certified Relationship, Sexuality and Empowerment Coaches specializing in polyamory, consensual non-monogamy, kink and alternative lifestyles. Join our FB group: Empowered Poly Relationship Support and Advice. Reach out to us directly at support@leannemillion.com and support@gregmillion.com. #polyamory #polyamorousrelationship #openrelationships #ambiamory #openrelationship #nonmonogamy #ethicalnonmonogamy #relationships #relationships #healthyrelationships #identity #relationshiporientation #personaldevelopmentjourney #relationshipdynamics #polyamorous #monopolyrelationships #monogamy #polymono

9 Sep 202343min