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Developmental coach Keith Martin-Smith and integral scholar JP Jakonen trade awakening stories — a satori in a sauna, a breakdown in a kitchen — and land on what actually matters once the self is seen through: cleaning up your shadow, and remembering to enjoy the joke.
This is a conversation for anyone who has tasted awakening and asked, "…now what?" Waking up isn't the finish line — it leaves the conditioned self, with all its traumas and blind spots, fully intact. Keith and JP map the work that remains: waking up, cleaning up, and the part most teachers skip — joying up.
Drawing on Ken Wilber's Integral model, Zen koans, and the Fourth Way, they explore why suffering is mostly the conviction that "someone's home," how nonduality meets shadow work, and JP's teacher Junpo's charge: "Do not fail to awaken — and do not fail to live."
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Developmental coach Keith Martin-Smith and integral scholar JP Jakonen trade awakening stories — a satori in a sauna, a breakdown in a kitchen — and land on what actually matters once the self is seen through: cleaning up your shadow, and remembering to enjoy the joke.
This is a conversation for anyone who has tasted awakening and asked, "…now what?" Waking up isn't the finish line — it leaves the conditioned self, with all its traumas and blind spots, fully intact. Keith and JP map the work that remains: waking up, cleaning up, and the part most teachers skip — joying up.
Drawing on Ken Wilber's Integral model, Zen koans, and the Fourth Way, they explore why suffering is mostly the conviction that "someone's home," how nonduality meets shadow work, and JP's teacher Junpo's charge: "Do not fail to awaken — and do not fail to live."
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Free Email Course on Building Your Integral Life: integrl.link/course
Our website: integrl.link/site
Participate in our daily Integral Life Practice sessions: integrl.link/calendar
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Integral thoughts on Twitter: integrl.link/tw
![Sexual Healing: A Beginners Guide to Integral Sex Therapy [HIGHLIGHTS]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/eOEM60sCKr8/mqdefault.jpg "Sexual Healing: A Beginners Guide to Integral Sex Therapy [HIGHLIGHTS]
Dr. Keith Witt and Corey deVos dive into the intricate world of integrally informed sex therapy—a comprehensive approach designed to address the unique complexities of modern relationships. Dr. Witt presents integrally informed sex therapy as a meta-sex therapy, a method that integrates romantic, scientific, and spiritual approaches, tailoring them to meet the specific needs of each individual or couple. This innovative therapy moves beyond the limitations of traditional sex therapy by recognizing the multifaceted dynamics within every relationship and crafting a personalized therapeutic journey.
The discussion kicks off with an exploration of how sexual interactions occupy only a small fraction of our waking hours, yet the love affair between partners is a continuous process. Dr. Witt emphasizes the critical importance of maintaining emotional intimacy and connection outside of physical encounters, as these elements are vital for sustaining a healthy and fulfilling relationship.
Corey deVos deepens the conversation by applying his 8 Horizons model of relationships to explore the various types of complexity that couples face. This model provides a framework for understanding how different aspects of a relationship—ranging from individual psychological states to shared cultural narratives—interact and influence the overall dynamic. Corey highlights that each relationship is a unique organism, composed of different stages, capacities, traumas, and attachment styles, and that navigating these layers is essential for a successful partnership.
Dr. Witt also reflects on the evolution of sex therapy, noting its relatively recent development as a field and its growth into a discipline that now includes a variety of approaches. Integrally informed sex therapy synthesizes these methods, offering a comprehensive and adaptive framework that evolves with the changing dynamics of each relationship.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Witt and Corey discuss practical strategies for enhancing sexual and emotional intimacy, such as the importance of emotional attunement, the impact of cultural narratives on sexual identity, and the role of mindfulness in improving sexual experiences. They emphasize that a thriving relationship is one where both partners are committed to mutual growth and development, constantly attuning to each other’s needs and evolving together.
This episode offers valuable insights for therapists, couples, and individuals seeking a deeper understanding of sexual intimacy and relationship dynamics. By integrating various therapeutic approaches and utilizing models like Corey’s 8 Horizons, integrally informed sex therapy provides a powerful tool for creating and sustaining healthy, fulfilling relationships.")
