Sexual Trauma and the Swinger Lifestyle: What You Need to Know

Sexual Trauma and the Swinger Lifestyle: What You Need to Know

How does sexual trauma affect your lifestyle journey?

Trigger warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual trauma, abuse, and emotional triggers. Please take care while listening.

In this vulnerable and powerful episode, Cate is joined by trauma-informed coach Meshai from Expansive Connection to explore what happens when past trauma meets lifestyle play. Cate also shares her personal experience with sexual trauma — opening up publicly for the first time.

Whether you’re navigating your own healing, supporting a partner, or just want to be a more compassionate and informed member of the lifestyle, this conversation is essential.

What we cover: ✔ What sexual trauma looks like in lifestyle spaces ✔ Common triggers during play or events ✔ What partners and playmates need to understand ✔ Cate’s story ✔ How to create trauma-aware swinger environments ✔ Supporting survivors without needing every detail ✔ Why trauma must be part of the conversation ✔ Real tools for safer play and stronger connections

Resources & Support: 1800Respect – www.1800respect.org.au | 1800 737 732 RAINN – www.rainn.org | 800-656-HOPE Rape Crisis UK – www.rapecrisis.org.uk SurvivorsUK (for men) – www.survivorsuk.org

Let’s talk about it. Share this episode with your partner, club community, or friends in the lifestyle. The more we talk, the safer we all become.

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Tags: Sexual Trauma, Swinger Lifestyle, Trauma-Informed Play, Non-Monogamy, Consent Culture, PTSD and Sex, Ethical Swinging, Open Relationships, Trauma Support, Wanderlust Swingers Podcast

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Let's Get Spicy Swingers Island Takeover Chat BONUS EP

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Swingers Date + Foursome in Amsterdam

Swingers Date + Foursome in Amsterdam

Swinging Lifestyle + Hotwife Lifestyle Podcast - Wanderlust Swingers Podcast Swingers Date Ideas Get ready to spice up your dating game with swingers date ideas. Firstly, we share what we think a date in the swingers lifeestyle is, then we take a break and tell a sexy story before sharing our top 5 tips to creating sexy swingers dates. In this episode, we're dishing out hot tips for picking the perfect date spots, from quirky outings to steamy soirées, join us as we reveal the secrets to sizzling swingers' adventures.  Swingers Foursome Play  In the middle of our date episode and the date that sparked this entire conversation is our Swingers Foursome Date in Amsterdam that ended in a fun, flirty play session in their fancy hotel. Cate talks about how comfortable she was with her body and why her jaw is now sore. We talk about being the perfect sexual wing person and why you really need to up your game when it comes to physical play barriers.  Curious about swingers foursomes and couple swaps? Let's chat.   Mentioned Bar Rouge Amsterdam https://www.barrouge.nl/    Swingers Events We've got a brand new webpage with the global swingers events listed that we are hosting, attending or recommend. If you're looking for Swingers Events around the world, head over to our website https://www.swingingdownunder.com/swingers-events/   Join us in Miami this May/June for Libertine Events Vices https://libertineevents.com/miami/ a Miami Swingers Hotel Takeover    Support us Wanna help us out and support the show? We would love you to consider supporting us on Patreon from only $1 a month & you’ll get access to exclusive content and live podcasts. Join us www.patreon.com/swingingdownunder   Visit our website for videos, blogs, podcasts, newsletters and swinging lifestyle resources. https://www.swingingdownunder.com    Love, Peace and Respect   C&D

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Swingers Mental Health - Swingers Health Vol 6 - Part 1

Swingers Mental Health - Swingers Health Vol 6 - Part 1

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8 Mars 202451min

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16 Feb 202454min

Swingers Hotel Takeover Miami - Libertine Events Carnival

Swingers Hotel Takeover Miami - Libertine Events Carnival

Swinging Lifestyle + Hotwife Lifestyle Podcast - Wanderlust Swingers Podcast Get ready for an intimate and revealing episode as Darrell, your host, turns the tables and interviews Cate about hosting a Swingers Hotel Takeover in the sizzling city of Miami. Tune in now for a conversation that goes beyond the surface and into the heart of the Swingers Hotel Takeover experience. Swingers Hotel Takeover Miami In this candid conversation, delve into the ins and outs of organizing the Libertine Events Carnival Swingers Hotel Takeover in 2023. From the initial inspiration to the unexpected challenges faced, join us for an unfiltered exploration of the behind-the-scenes world of the lifestyle community. The ins, outs and inner workings of running a Swingers Hotel Takeover Step into the shoes of Darrell as he bombards Cate with a series of unexpected and intriguing questions. From the whimsical to the downright curious, Darrell covers everything from the best moments to what went wrong during the Libertine Events Carnival Swingers Hotel Takeover. Brace yourself for an entertaining rollercoaster ride as we unravel the mysteries of what makes Cate want to masturbate at these events and discover the thrilling highs and inevitable lows of orchestrating an unforgettable experience in the world of Miami's libertine lifestyle.   Links for this episode - Libertine Events Swingers Hotel Takeovers https://libertineevents.com/  - Win a Prize Package to Libertine Events Miami https://swingershelp.com/libertine-giveaway/   - Meet and Greet in Brisbane https://www.opendoorqld.com.au/event-details-registration/logan-meet-n-greet  - Walkthrough the Casual Toys Penthouse Playroom https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0127OpuboT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==  - Get some custom made Lifestyle Costumes and Outfits https://www.instagram.com/thetherapeuticdandy/   - Hashtag Open Dating App for NonMonogamous People https://hashtagopen.onelink.me/iDmG/libertine  - Shameless Care, STi Testing and ED Medication for the lifestyle (use code Libertine for $30 off) https://shamelesscare.com/?ref=Libertine  - Casual Toys (use code Wanderlust for 15% off) https://www.casualtoys.com/    Swingers Events We've got a brand new webpage with the global swingers events listed that we are hosting, attending or recommend. If you're looking for Swingers Events around the world, head over to our website https://www.swingingdownunder.com/swingers-events/   Support us Wanna help us out and support the show? We would love you to consider supporting us on Patreon from only $1 a month & you’ll get access to exclusive content and live podcasts. Join us www.patreon.com/swingingdownunder   Visit our website for videos, blogs, podcasts, newsletters and swinging lifestyle resources. https://www.swingingdownunder.com    Love, Peace and Respect   C&D

9 Feb 202444min

BDSM, Health Journey, TikTok, SwingTok, OH MY w/ That Hot Couple In GA

BDSM, Health Journey, TikTok, SwingTok, OH MY w/ That Hot Couple In GA

Swinging Lifestyle + Hotwife Lifestyle Podcast - Wanderlust Swingers Podcast Today I'm interviewing Ash and Russ aka That Hot Couple In GA on all social media platforms. We're going to be talking about their jouney and how they met at 22, started in a DOM / SUB relationship and eventually found the swingers lifestyle and now live out and proud with their faces on social media.    BDSM and The Swinging Lifestyle What do you know about the Dom/Sub relationship? Have you heard couples discuss their contracts and boundaries? Today we dig deep into Ash and Russ start in the kink lifestyle before moving into swinging. We talk about how their communication from BDSM assisted them in their initial journey. Spoiler Alert - they were DOXXED and we discuss how they lost friends and loved ones in the process   Health Journey and Body Positivity Having both lost over 100 pounds each (45kg for my metric friends) Ash and Russ know what it's like to be lacking in confidence to join the swingers lifestyle. We discuss how this health journey helped shape their lifestyle experience and what it truly means to be comfortable in your skin. I put them on the hot seat and I ask if they are portraying a healthly lifestyle for those looking in on social media.... let's see what they have to say!     Links for this episode - Find Ash and Russ on Social Media here https://linktr.ee/Thathotcoupleinga   - Choking 101 Mens Health https://www.menshealth.com/sex-women/a26471117/choking-during-sex/  - Choking 101 Sex With Emily https://sexwithemily.com/choking-etiquette-101/    Swingers Events We've got a brand new webpage with the global swingers events listed that we are hosting, attending or recommend. If you're looking for Swingers Events around the world, head over to our website https://www.swingingdownunder.com/swingers-events/   Support us Wanna help us out and support the show? We would love you to consider supporting us on Patreon from only $1 a month & you’ll get access to exclusive content and live podcasts. Join us www.patreon.com/swingingdownunder   Visit our website for videos, blogs, podcasts, newsletters and swinging lifestyle resources. https://www.swingingdownunder.com    Love, Peace and Respect   C&D

1 Feb 202447min

Swinging In Europe with Mr Dutchie

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