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I'm thrilled to share with you the 100th episode of our podcast! It's been an incredible journey, and I couldn't have done it without your support. To celebrate this milestone, I invited back two of our favorite guests & my friends, Tony and Cristina, for a deep dive into their lives beyond the usual topics.Here's a sneak peek into what we discussed:Previous Tony & Cristina Episodes of The Open Bedroom:Episode 42: Open Relationships 101: Discussion about the basics of open relationships and terminology.Episode 48: Open Relationships Part Two: Exploration of how to ask for an open relationship and the next steps if the partner says yes or no.Episode 56: Sexcapades: Sharing of favorite sex stories, including both enjoyable and awkward experiences in the lifestyle.Growing the non-monogamous tribe [00:12:57] Discussion on the challenges of finding like-minded people in a small town and the potential for building a community through education and events.Building a community through vacations [00:13:31] Exploring the idea of planning vacations to connect with other non-monogamous individuals and couples in different locations.Exploring tantra, plant medicine, and holding space for couples [00:15:19] Tony and Christina discuss their journey of exploring tantra, sacred sexuality, plant medicine, and holding therapeutic space for couples using MDMA in Mexico.The challenges of open relationships in Mexico [00:25:00] Discussion on the barriers and challenges faced by adults in open relationships and the importance of reintroducing play and fun into relationships.Creating a ceremonial space for MDMA therapy [00:25:50] Explanation of the process of creating a ceremonial setting for MDMA therapy, including sage, incense, and setting intentions.Moving to a new country and culture [00:36:09] Tony discusses how moving out of his hometown was a catalyst for stepping into his power and shedding old versions of himself.Feeling at home in Mexico [00:41:06] Christina talks about how going back to Mexico allowed her to connect with her roots and feel a sense of ease and belonging.Building a home in Toto Santos [00:42:28] Tony and Christina share their plans to buy land and build a forever home in Toto Santos, while also traveling and growing their businesses and community.Finding mentors and asking questions [00:46:30] Discussion on finding mentors and seeking advice from people who are already doing what you want to do in life.Stepping into purpose and power [00:48:27] Exploring the broader aspects of life beyond open relationships, including being a nomad, moving to Mexico, and discovering personal purpose and power.Sharing more of our story [00:49:19] The importance of sharing more about themselves beyond being open relationship coaches and their plans to build a sex-positive and BDSM community.This episode is a celebration of not just the podcast, but also the journey of personal growth, exploration, and embracing one's true self. I hope you find it as enlightening and inspiring as I did.Thank you for being a part of this journey. Here's to the next 100 episodes.How did you like this episode? Leave me a voice message I can share on our next one!:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theopenbedroompodcast/messageNetflix Show: How to Change Your MindEmily (Abbott) Maden Instagram Page (Cris's Feminine Embodiment Mentor):https://www.instagram.com/maidenmedicine/MAPS Institute. Non-Profit Organization that has clinically studied MDMA for decades:https://maps.org/about-maps/Tony Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menscoach_ra/Cris Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomads.adventure/Follow Jen:https://linktr.ee/jenniferkayloruscinShow sponsor: The Open Bedroom Patreon: 7 Day Free Trial!https://www.patreon.com/JenniferKayloRuscinPodcast--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theopenbedroompodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theopenbedroompodcast/support
