Sept. 7, 2022

The Erotic Blueprint and Vulnerable Asks (S2 | E83)

The Erotic Blueprint and Vulnerable Asks (S2 | E83)

The Erotic Blueprint and Vulnerable Asks

with Anne and Dan

(Season 2 | Episode 83)

[Tessa] Our second entry in this Sensuality, Sexuality and Aging Month on The Open Nesters.

The key phrase of this episode is, in Anne’s words, “Vulnerability is the solar power of eroticism and is especially the solar power of kink.”

Anne and Dan are in a polyamorous long-distance relationship (Boulder – Chicago). They see each other about every six months. This makes life full of longing. Desire. And a sense of wanting something that may or may not happen. Before their cherished time together one of their rituals is for Anne to verbally ask Dan, “Will you have sex with me?” A strange question one might think. After all it has been six weeks and they are lovers.

Erotic Blueprint and Vulnerable Asks

Yet this simple question turns Anne all “squirmy” and if Dan says yes, she blushes with happiness. For highly sophisticated adults in “Act III” of life, their erotic blueprint is coded again with small acts like this one.

These two wonderful guests filled out the Erotic Blueprint Quiz and joined Jaiya on a fulfilling journey to intimacy years ago. Anne then became a coach and master trainer (see link below under “resources” to schedule a consultation with her). So settle in and turn on this week’s podcast: “The Erotic Blueprint and Vulnerable Asks” with Anne and Dan.

And below are snippets and links to our most recent Sex and Sensuality episodes.

THE PLAN IS NO PLAN
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Sex and Science with Dr. Laurie Mintz

Dr. Laurie Mintz, a renowned psychologist and sex therapist, brings a wealth of knowledge about women's sexuality, especially as they navigate aging and menopause.

SEX-AFTER-50
Suzanne Noble | Sex After 50

A look at the evolving conversations surrounding sex, aging, and the open nest lifestyle with Suzanne Noble. Sex After 50.

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THE PATH BACK TO PLEASURE AND TRUST

Maria Merloni is a therapist and sex and relationship coach who is redefining what it looks like to turn sixty with vitality, grace, and an open heart.

WILD MONOGAMY
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"Wild Monogamy" serves as a reminder that your primary relationship can be the greatest adventure of your life.

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EVOLUTION-INTIMACY
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In this episode, I sit down with Lara and Michael Blackin, visionaries behind Temple in the Trees. Evolution. Intimacy.

WHAT-DO-WOMEN-WANT
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We dive deep into the world of open nesting with a returning guest, Vicki Larson, a researcher and writer who is flipping the script on aging for women.

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From Engineer to Erotic Healer. Dr. David Freeman has transitioned from a successful engineering career to a life dedicated to sexual well-being.

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Sex and Laughter. We explore the joy and laughter that come with the journey of aging and the phenomenon of open nesting.

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Your Relationship Superpower - A personal AI coach delivers expert-backed video insights to help you grow. Deepen Your Relationships with AI.

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Aging and Eroticism (S4 | E172)

Anne More is a returning guest whose insights on aging and eroticism resonate deeply with our journey as Open Nesters.

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Your Pleasurespan

We dive deep into the vibrant world of open relationships with returning guests CJ, Linwood and their partner April. Your Pleasurespan.

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Come Back to Love (S4 | E160)

Robyn Vogel from Come Back to Love, is a wise Open Nester offering insights and advice, especially for single women.

BI KINK OPEN OVER 50
Open Bi Kinky Over 50

Open Bi Kinky Over 50 | Meet CJ and Linwood. They met online from across the world. And now are together in a highly unique relationship.

WILD MONOGAMY
Wild Monogamy (S3 | E116)

Wild Monogamy - Like when you go to a play party and just play with your partner. Sex and Sensuality on The Open Nesters Podcast.

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Life as Polyamorous Elders | An interview with author Kathy Labriola, Therapist. Kathy has great expertise working with older poly clients.

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We bring our friendship series to a close with so so many resources for you. Books, articles, podcasts. The Open Nesters Podcast.

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#OPEN The Open Nesters Podcast
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Consensual, ethical non-monogamy - delivered in an app... and community. This is about David and Amanda and their lives and program called #open.

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We want to celebrate 20 episodes!! And we thought this unplugged show would be an opportune moment to share a bit about this journey.

The Bed Hoppers (Episode 19)

The Bed Hoppers on The Open Nesters Podcast. Meet Mr. and Mrs. H. from the UK. They have a lot to say about swinging.

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Eroticize Your Jealousy with Thea and Curt (Episode 8)

Amidst COVID these two open-minded adults found each other. And they found that polyamory could work for them both. Thea and Curt met in early March - just prior to COVID. And then quarantine. Phone calls. Video chats. "It was challenging, I didn't know if we had physical chemistry," noted Curt.

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Following the Yes with Joy Lynn Okoye (Episode 7)

Tessa interviews yoga teach and life coach Joy Okoye. Joy is in the middle of a huge life change. She is in "the void." She is moving from mother to friend with her two teenagers. And she is asking questions of herself... "Who am I?"

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Play with Shane Kulman (Episode 6)

Kink. Internet Intimacy. Zoom Threesomes. The Enchantress Shane and the Open Nesters explore the taboos that can accompany adults who go forth and Open Nest.

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In their premier episode, the original Open Nesters, Tessa & Amir, discuss the concept of Open vs. Empty Nest. We're so pleased to begin our journey with you on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Resources for You

We want to provide you with support and many many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:

Open Nesters Resource Page

The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group

The Open Nesters Resources

Our Guest This Week: Anne More

Hi! I’m Anne More. I help you have the kind of hot, satisfying sex you actually want, with the people you love!

Couples: Let’s redesign your relationship to make it the source of all that each of you most desire — deeply satisfying sex, playful passion, and love for a lifetime.

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About Tessa

Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.

Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.

Her offerings are based in her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature. If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open hearted lives.

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