Deeper Intimacy

In this episode, Amanda and Rhiannon explore how embodiment, trauma release, and intuitive leadership create more authentic, sustainable businesses. They discuss Rhiannon’s armoring method for releasing stored tension, the power of trusting “death portals” in entrepreneurship, and why somatic intelligence is the essential antidote in an AI-driven world. This conversation is a powerful invitation to lead from your body, trust your intuition, and build a soul-led business rooted in nervous system health and deep feminine wisdom.Connect with Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/theamandabiccum/Embodied Tantra Faciliator Program with @templeofradiace: https://www.thetempleofradiance.com/embodied-tantra-facilitator-training-2026 Connect with Riihannon - https://www.instagram.com/riihannon.wilde/Work Intimately with Riihannon ( Embodied Leadership, De-armouring & Soul Business Expansion )- www.riihannonwilde.com- Soul Business mastermind 2026 ( Amanda, Riihannon, Saida ): https://www.thepleasuretemple.one/soulbusinessmastermindHuman Evolutionary Academy - Pro educations : https://www.humanevolutionaryacademy.com/- 5 Day De-armouring Training June 2026 : https://www.humanevolutionaryacademy.com/surrender- Tantric Sexology - 18 month Pro Education Sep 2026 : https://www.humanevolutionaryacademy.com/tantric-sexology-2026- De-armouring Professional - Level 1 2027 : https://www.humanevolutionaryacademy.com/level-1-de-armouring

What if the way you’re using sex is actually keeping you from true intimacy? In this raw and revealing episode, Amanda explores how sexual energy can become a tool for avoidance: a way to numb, distract, or seek validation rather than deepen connection. Through her own embodied wisdom, she guides you to recognize when desire is rooted in avoidance and how to transmute it into authentic, heart-centered intimacy.In this episode of The Deeper Intimacy Podcast, Amanda Biccum takes you into one of the most uncomfortable (and liberating) conversations around sexuality: how we unconsciously use sex to avoid deeper truth, vulnerability, and presence.We live in a culture that glorifies desire but rarely teaches us how to meet it consciously. Amanda invites you to peel back the layers of your sexual patterns, to see where sex may have become an escape: from loneliness, emotional discomfort, or the ache of unmet needs.You’ll explore:How to tell the difference between sex as connection and sex as avoidanceThe subtle ways we use pleasure to bypass painWhat your patterns in intimacy reveal about your relationship to your own truthWhy embodiment and awareness are the antidotes to unconscious sexual loopsHow to transform physical desire into a gateway for authentic emotional intimacyAmanda doesn’t shame the impulse for connection, she honors it. And she reminds us that true intimacy begins when we stop running from ourselves.This episode is a powerful reflection for anyone ready to reclaim their sexual energy as sacred, integrated, and deeply human.Tune in, drop into your body, and let this conversation guide you back to the heart beneath the desire.Resources: IG Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/theamandabiccum/IG Shiva: https://www.instagram.com/steve.shiva.official/Truth-Based Relating Program: https://amanda-biccum.mykajabi.com/shiva-and-amandaThe Temple of Radiance Membership: https://www.thetempleofradiance.com/temple-of-radiance-membership

🎙️ Podcast DescriptionIn this episode, Amanda Biccum opens the door to a deeper understanding of intimacy, one that goes far beyond what happens in the bedroom. Together, we explore intimacy as a way of relating, a practice of truth, and a way of being that brings more connection, depth, and authenticity into every part of life.You’ll hear about the subtle ways we build or block intimacy in daily interactions, how unspoken truths create distance in relationships, and what it takes to cultivate vulnerability that leads to real closeness. Amanda shares practices and reflections that invite you to soften, open, and meet yourself and others from a more embodied, heart-centered place.Whether you’re single or in partnership, this conversation will help you reimagine intimacy not just as physical closeness, but as a pathway to greater love, freedom, and presence in all your relationships.Resources: IG Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/theamandabiccum/IG Shiva: https://www.instagram.com/steve.shiva.official/Truth Based Relating Program: https://amanda-biccum.mykajabi.com/shiva-and-amandaThe Temple of Radiance Membership: https://www.thetempleofradiance.com/temple-of-radiance-membershipThe Initiatress Training: https://www.thetempleofradiance.com/events

After a soulful pause, Amanda Biccum returns to the mic with a powerful episode featuring sexuality and relationship coach Thorhildur — a woman who has navigated nearly two decades of marriage, motherhood, and the evolution into conscious polyamory.In this intimate and eye-opening conversation, Thor shares her journey from postpartum disconnection and relationship struggle to personal sovereignty, erotic awakening, and creating deeply fulfilling partnerships — including her current dynamic with a husband and boyfriend.🔹 Key Moments Inside:– The turning point that led Thor to choose individual therapy over couples counseling– How “State of the Union” meetings and personal hobbies rebuilt her marriage post-children– Discovering open marriage, navigating fears, and embracing polyamory with heart– Gender dynamics, emotional intimacy, and redefining what partnership means– Real-life time management between partners, parenting, and purpose– Powerful advice for anyone considering stepping into non-monogamyWhether you’re curious about open relationships or longing for deeper intimacy within your current dynamic, this episode is a raw, practical, and soulful guide to what’s possible when you lead with truth, vision, and self-love.💌 Tune in now, and don’t forget to send your questions for part two with Thor, happening later this season.Check out Thorhildur's upcoming course on Polyamory: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/sovereigntycoachthorhildur/1668018Follow her on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/sundurogsamanGet on the waitlist for Shiva and Amanda's Truth-Based Relating (launching this FALL) https://amanda-biccum.mykajabi.com/shiva-and-amanda

In the latest episode of 'Deeper Intimacy,' hosts Amanda and Steve Shiva delve into the profound theme of women's desire to be claimed in relationships, exploring how empowered women are increasingly seeking meaningful connections over casual encounters. The discussion examines the contrasting individualistic nature of men versus the communal tendencies of women, highlighting the intricate dynamics within tantra and yoga communities, where men face the challenge of asserting themselves respectfully. As they share personal experiences and the importance of clear communication, the hosts emphasize the role of masculine energy in providing safety, allowing women to embrace their femininity. The episode concludes with actionable advice for both women and men on nurturing their respective energies while inviting listeners to engage and provide feedback, fostering a deeper conversation around intimacy and relationships. Connect with us: INSTA: Amanda Biccum INSTA: Steve Shiva Websites: Amanda's events, coaching & offerings: www.amandabiccum.com www.thetempleofradiance.com Shiva's events & coaching: www.notorioushearts.com