Self-love isn’t a pep talk—it’s the foundation that makes pleasure possible. In this intimate conversation, Monique Carmela and I get practical about dissolving shame, regulating your nervous system, and letting desire return—especially in long-term relationships and real-life seasons like motherhood and stress.
We unpack why “doing more” often backfires, how curiosity and compassion soften resistance, and how tiny self-devotions (breath in bed, shower rituals, a five-minute hand massage) build momentum without pressure. You’ll learn how to reframe “pleasure practice” as simple “time for me,” create a weekly devotional that actually fits your life, and expand your capacity to feel—so you naturally expand your capacity for pleasure and connection.
You’ll learn:
A body-based approach to self-love that calms your nervous system
How to meet shame and resistance without shutting down
Micro-practices you can weave into busy days
Why devotion beats discipline for sustainable intimacy
Resources mentioned:
Guest: Monique Carmela —
The Good Girl Unleashed podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6grEys2iLKkDcPv3zKmAnP
Free 5-Day Sensual Embodiment Challenge: https://janninemackinnon.com/5-day-sensual-embodiment-challenge/
Membership: Sensual Embodiment Collective (ongoing guided practices): https://janninemackinnon.com/sensual-embodiment-collective/
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