On Cosmic Confluence, host Sana and certified sexologist Mandy Hart unpack a direct, stigma-free approach to intimacy: start with yourself. We explore how body-based awareness, nervous-system regulation, and honest self-inquiry turn “right vs. wrong” choices into aligned vs. misaligned decisions. Mandy explains mapping activation levels, differentiating intuition from trauma responses, and why small, uncomfortable repair conversations create real connection. We also de-mystify tools like tarot—using the High Priestess archetype—to reflect inner wisdom rather than predict the future. If you’re navigating shame, past relational harm, or confusion about what you want, this conversation offers grounded steps to rebuild trust with your body and make relationships less performative and more authentic.
About the Guest:Mandy Hart is a certified sexologist and founder of Hart's Desire, specializing in intimacy and relationship coaching rooted in trauma-informed somatic practices. She helps clients release shame, reconnect with their bodies, and communicate boundaries with clarity—at a sustainable pace.
Key Takeaways:-
Intimacy starts with self-attunement: feel decisions in the body instead of over-calculating outcomes.
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Replace “right/wrong” with aligned/misaligned—context and values determine fit, not external approval.
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Activation mapping (noticing fear, panic, calm) trains your nervous system to distinguish intuition from trauma-driven avoidance.
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Look for green/red flags in yourself, not just in others; your internal signals require attention and care.
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Progress can be slow and consent-led: frequent check-ins, the option to say no, and aftercare prevent re-traumatization.
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Repair conversations are uncomfortable yet powerful—small wins compound into trust and spaciousness.
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Tools like tarot are mirrors, not oracles; use them only if they reinforce inner clarity. The High Priestess = intuition, stillness, and inward focus.
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Practical start: daily 2–3 minute body check-in (breath, location of sensation, name the feeling, ask “What’s needed now?”).
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Website: https://harts-desire.com/ (free consultation via the Scheduling tab)
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Email: Instagram: DM via Mandy’s profile
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