The guest speaker in this podcast episode is Rev Rucifer. Rev has achieved recognition in their field for their expertise and contributions to the exploration of personal growth and self-expression. They have dedicated their career to breaking free from societal conditioning and erasing the stigma surrounding shame and addiction. Rev’s credentials include extensive training and experience in the field of erotic energy work and BDSM practices. They are known for their ability to create a safe and empowering space for individuals to explore their desires and emotions without feeling constrained by shame or societal expectations. Through their work, Rev promotes conscious consumption and mindful choices, encouraging individuals to spread love and embrace their true identities. Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Rev. Rucifer to discuss shame and addiction. Rev. Rucifer, an erotic energy worker and BDSM practitioner, shares how they help people remove shame and embrace a conscious connection with their pleasure and sexuality. The conversation explores the heaviness of these topics and how they can bring levity and light to them. Tune in to gain insights on living a fully expressed and abundant life by embracing your true self. Let’s delve in!   In this Episode You’ll Learn: [00:04:49] Creating a new identity. [00:09:29] Our culture and shame. [00:13:24] Numbing pain and addiction. [00:18:34] Conscious consumption and substance use. [00:23:30] Creating Safe Spaces for Exploration. Quotes: ·       00:02:40 - "I was the girl at the sleepovers that was like teaching all the other little kids like how to connect, how to suck your first dick." ·       00:03:25 - "And life literally threw me into a sex club." ·       00:09:43 - "If you have shame, you share shame." ·       00:13:34 - "and we will numb it with drugs and alcohol and perfectionism and working and shopping and eating and fill it with whatever you need to fill it with so that you don't feel that pain." ·       00:21:10 - "I do need a break from life and I'm consciously going to smoke this joint and check out for the next two hours because that is what is going to feel best for me and my life." ·       00:25:05 - "Healing happens together and in community."     Connect with Rev Rucifer Website:                                     www.reikibondage.com Instagram:             revruciferagain X(Twitter):            @RevRucifer    Connect with Rachel Wright Website:                                   https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram:             @thewright_rachel Twitter:                   @thewrightrachel   Get a 1-day FREE Trial and 40% OFF A Yearly Subscription at Beducated! Use Promo Code: WRIGHTCONVERSATION.   Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20   WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK!   Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel   Get your Zumio Discount!   Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don’t forget to subscribe.