Shownotes Take your business to the next level with my FREE VITA Coaching Checklist Why Tantra allows you to be both fully spiritual and fully human The reason your nervous system goes numb trying to process intense emotion How to use spiritual practices as enrichment to your life rather than bypassing Why women's sexual energy after 40 years old ignites instead of dwindles A simple beginners' practice for overcoming ageism and unlocking confidence Bio Kirsti Kuosmanen is a lifelong artist, psychotherapist, and pioneer in women's sexuality and embodied spirituality. A professional actress since 1989 and a graduate of Drama Centre London, she is a founding member of Stella Polaris Improvisation Theatre, Finland's first improv theatre. Alongside her performance career, Kirsti trained as a Gestalt Psychotherapist at the Gestalt Institute of Scandinavia and has spent nearly two decades guiding deep personal and relational transformation. Her spiritual path began in 2006 and led her into Tantra in 2013, shaping her work at the intersection of psychology, embodiment, and sacred sexuality. Kirsti is the author of Secrets of a Glowing Woman, Power Years of a Glowing Woman, and the forthcoming Garden of Venus. Kristi has trained extensively in Tantra, women's health, holotropic breathwork, psychedelic therapy, and coaching. She is a sought-after speaker for business organizations, teaching presence, communication, and embodied leadership. You can follow Kirsti's work on Instagram and learn more on her website. Follow Layla! 🌸 Instagram 🌐 Website 💌 Weekly Email 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts 🎶 Listen on Spotify 💋 MOOD Sexy Plant Activated Supplements 🔥 For Men: Men's Sexual Mastery 🌹 Obliss: The Sexual Masterclass for Women Timestamps 00:00:00 - Guest introduction 00:04:27 - Take your business to the next level with my FREE VITA Coaching Checklist: [FREE VITA Coaching Checklist] 00:07:02 - Why the birth of Kirsti's first child caused her a breakdown 00:08:57 - This is what it feels like to find your soul 00:14:18 - Tantra allows you to be both fully spiritual and fully human 00:15:22 - How the Tantric path supported Kirsti in a life transition through grief and loss 00:18:07 - Layla shares about her final conversation with her beloved stepfather 00:23:23 - Why your nervous system goes numb while trying to process intense emotion 00:26:13 - Experiencing spiritual practices as enrichment to your life rather than bypassing 00:29:16 - The witches were the original holders of grief, death, birth, and magic rituals 00:30:08 - [AD] MOOD Sex Magic - Podcast coupon code + 2 free sticks: [MOOD Sex Magic] 00:33:04 - Kirsti and Layla drink MOOD SEX MAGIC Elixir 00:37:02 - One of the top shadows that shows up in the Tantric field is ageism 00:39:38 - Why women's sexual energy ignites instead of dwindles after 40 years old 00:42:44 - Post-menopausal women used to use their power to become leaders and guides 00:45:46 - The younger male response Kirsti received when she began owning her sexuality 00:50:42 - Why men of ALL ages want to be sexually initiated, not just young men 00:54:00 - Some simple rules for experiencing Kundalini awakening 01:01:16 - Kirsti shares about her new book, Garden of Venus 01:05:29 - A simple beginners' practice for overcoming ageism and unlocking confidence 01:07:15 - Kirsti shares something she is currently struggling with and how she's overcoming it 01:08:44 - Conclusion