Embodied Acceptance

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Embodied Acceptance

I help women recover from body shame and increase their well-being through mindful movement & body aw Compassionate Movement For Body Love. But we need help.

I help women access their physical, spiritual, and emotional well-being through mindful movement and body-awareness. I work as a guide and collaborator to release stuck patterns and feelings, recover from body shame, and develop a more loving relationship with ourselves. You’ve come to the right place if:
*You love moving but don’t particularly enjoy regimented exercise
*You want a HAES®-aligned movement experience where you feel truly accepted and comfortable
*You would like to reconnect to joy, freedom, playfulness and pleasure inherent in movement
*You want to move your body but worry you’re out of shape, don’t have the “right” body, are too old, or feel too uncoordinated
*You’re tired of struggling with shame and are looking to accept your body
*You want to explore your emotions with intuition, flow, and curiosity, rather than through analysis and logic

What I believe in
I believe in the body as our greatest teacher. I believe the body has information that our mind has walled off, that all of our life experiences accumulate to create our physical and emotional ecosystem, and we must address them all if we want to transform the system. We are built to survive, and I celebrate that. But often, what we need to survive does not serve us to thrive. We need our body to tell us what it feels, desires, and wants to release. The mind cannot do this work because it doesn’t hold that material. The body holds our past, and it is up to the body to release and transform it. When a person is met with radical acceptance through a compassionate, open, non-judgmental presence, they feel safe enough to become vulnerable and meet their authentic self. This is where the healing process can begin. I believe we can heal in an infinite number of ways: through sensual movement, playful invention, and communal connection. I believe in release, compassion, acceptance, honesty, and the body as the brain. I believe in listening, in being at the service of healing others, in the power of community. How I do this
As a therapist and healer my job is not to analyze, give advice or direct the client, but rather to make space for them to connect with the story their own body has to tell. I know that my clients are the best experts on their life. We use the body, and movement, as the map to the treasure chest of our feelings, needs, and memories. Joyful movement allows for freedom from shame, develops feelings of respect for our bodies, and generates momentum towards a deeper happiness and sense of peace. I provide an inclusive space for people to move without worrying about their shape, size, fitness level or experience. I create a love and acceptance-filled environment where respect, compassion, generosity, and delight are central to everything we do. About Odelia
Odelia has trained across multiple Somatics platforms including Bartenieff Fundamentals, Laban Movement Analysis, Body-Mind Centering™ (BMC), Yoga, and more. She has a BA in Psychology from The Open University, and was certified as a Doula by DONA (Doulas of North America) in 2003. She subsequently was certified as a Structural Yoga instructor through the Stone Center in 2004. In 2005, She graduated from the Leven Institute with dual certifications in Shake Your Soul™ and SomaSoul™and was certified as a Somatic Movement Therapist through ISMETA. She later became a teacher in Re-evaluation Counseling (RC), and has been counseling and teaching co-counseling privately and in groups since then. She started her Somatic and Movement Education Company, Movement Bliss, in 2013, offering classes and workshops, both live and virtual to hundreds of women. Recently, Odelia embarked on training in Intuitive Eating, and will soon be an IE practitioner. Her work focuses on self-acceptance, inclusion, compassion, and joy, and is HAES™-aligned.

09/10/2025

I’ve seen relationships go from years of stagnation to massive breakthroughs, sometimes overnight when one partner is able to bring true empathy to the other’s vulnerable share.

Sympathy and empathy might seem similar, but they’re very different.

Sympathy is feeling for someone. It’s acknowledging their struggle from a distance, often with kind words like,“I’m so sorry you’re going through that.”

Sympathy can unintentionally create separation.

The giver and receiver stay in different emotional worlds sometimes reinforcing a subtle power dynamic where one person is the “helper” and the other the “sufferer.”

When we receive sympathy, we might feel validated on the surface, but we don’t always feel truly seen or *understood.*

And when it comes to relational repair, where deep attunement and emotional co-regulation are needed, sympathy doesn’t go deep enough.

Empathy is about feeling with someone. It’s stepping inside their experience while staying grounded in your own experience. Instead of observing their pain, you meet them in it.

This kind of embodied attunement is everything in the Repair process.

When a partner, or a practitioner, practices true empathy, they show up with deep presence, mirroring, and affective resonance. It tells the nervous system, “You are not alone in this. I’m right here with you.”

That level of connection is what helps unwind old relational wounds, allowing the body to experience safety, co-regulation, and trust.

Repair isn’t just about fixing conflict. It’s about healing attachment wounds, reprogramming the body’s response to intimacy, and making deep, embodied connections to your new normal.

This is why empathy is the foundation of intimacy. While sympathy can feel distant (or even patronizing at times), empathy creates a shared emotional space, where healing actually happens.

As a s-x and relationship coach, I teach people how to embody this shift. It makes all the difference in turning a struggling relationship around.

If you’re ready to move from disconnection to true relational healing, book a free consultation with me by clicking the link in my bio to book

09/08/2025

If you’ve ever felt *tired* of dating, like the cycle of swiping, chatting, and first dates is just draining you, you’re not alone.

Dating burnout is real, and it happens to so many people.

The biggest culprit? Approaching dating with the singular goal of finding “the one.”

When every date is secretly carrying the pressure of, “Is this my person?” the experience quickly becomes high-stakes.

Each time it doesn’t work out, it can feel like a personal failure or another step further away from your dream.

Add in long lists of requirements, or the feeling that time is running out, and dating becomes heavy, joyless, and exhausting.

But what if you shifted your mindset?

Instead of aiming to find “the one”, what if you aimed to form connections?
When you do that, every date has the potential to be valuable, even if it doesn’t turn into a forever relationship.

Here’s what that looks like:

* You get to meet people you might never have crossed paths with otherwise.
* You practice intimacy, vulnerability, and communication in real time.
* You learn more about yourself, what lights you up, what feels good, what doesn’t.
* You create space for relationships that may not be lifelong, but can still bring laughter, growth, or even healing.

This shift makes dating feel lighter. You don’t need every encounter to be “the one.” You just need to show up with curiosity, openness, and the willingness to connect.

And the beautiful thing? When the pressure lifts, you actually become more magnetic.

People can feel when you’re desperate, just as they can feel when you’re genuinely present and curious.

Dating doesn’t have to be a grueling search for perfection.

It can be a journey of discovery, about others, and about yourself. And from that more grounded, joyful place, the right person has a much better chance of finding you.

✨ If you’re feeling the weight of dating burnout, know that you don’t have to navigate it alone. As a S*x and Relationship Coach, I help people shift out of pressure and disappointment and into curiosity, self-trust, and connection. If you’re ready to bring more ease and joy into your dating life, let’s talk.

Book a free consultation by clicking the link in the bio

09/03/2025

Gender socialization hasn’t done any of us any favors!

It totally affects our s*xuality, both for men and women. But for women especially, we’ve been left out of the joy of turning ourselves on.

But we can change that starting right now …

Here’s how you can take charge of your turn on:

🔥 You teach yourself how to hold your erotic energy outside of s*xual encounters so the pilot light is already on before you even start.

🔥 You make a conscious decision to stoke that flame before an encounter begins.

🔥 You allow yourself to go deeply into your pleasure without shame or hesitation and fully claim it as your birthright.

🔥 During s*xual interactions you figure out how to keep your head in the game and not get distracted.

🔥 Stay present and keep your bodymind open and engaged by letting yourself be creative or experience something you’ve never done before if that feels good.

🔥 Learn how to ask for what turns you on and give guidance to your partner in the middle of the action in a confident and s*xy way that will leave him no other choice but to want to give it to you.

If all of that sounds like a challenge, it’s not your fault. You were never encouraged, let alone taught, to do these things, quite the opposite in fact.

This is where I, as a s*x and relationship coach, come in!

We can work together on and practice these very skills in my office.

To book a free consultation click the link in my bio .

09/01/2025

S*x and relationship coaching does NOT involve s*x although they do use hands-on methods to teach s*xual skills.

There could be s*xual elements in the session, such as the exchange of s*xual energy and/or touch.

All sessions are conducted fully clothed, and all contact is non-gential, whether in person or online.

Depending on your needs, sessions may be purely conversational or include guided experiential exercises.

For example, I may:
* Teach different types of sensual or erotic touch.
* Guide you through breathwork and movement practices
* Help you practice communication, flirting, or seduction skills
* Role-play conversations to build confidence in real-life situations

These practices help you embody what you’re learning, not just understand it intellectually, so you can create lasting change in your intimate life.

How we connect to the most intimate parts of ourselves and others has a dramatic and lasting affect on how we go through every aspect of life. Unlocking intimacy, physical pleasure and getting in touch with your deepest desires has the power to change your life.

💌 If you’ve been curious about s*x & relationship coaching, you don’t have to have it all figured out. You can just start where you are.

If you're feeling ready, you can book a free consultation by clicking the link in the bio and we’ll have a relaxed conversation about what you’re looking for in your intimate life.

08/27/2025

There’s something deeply satisfying in sharing your s-xual fantasy or your Core Desires with your partner. It’s about being accepted for exactly who you are no matter how “weird” your desires are..

But most of us stay quiet. We don’t want to be judged. And that causes us to miss out on one of the most intimacy enhancing activities we could have with our partner.

Our fear about sharing is so understandable because we live in a s-x negative culture that dictates what’s desirable and what’s not.

Moreover, if our partner shares something that they would love to experience, the judgment that kicks in for us can come from the feeling that we’re the ones who are expected to fill this desire.

This is why it’s so easy to downplay the importance of our desires or write them off as “crazy” or “perverted.” But what if it’s not your job to fulfill our partner’s desires?

What if instead of jumping to what anybody is supposed “to do” we celebrate the fantasies and help our partner feel validated and accepted unconditionally?

When we listen to these desires with curiosity and an attempt to understand and learn more about our partners, it always leads to more closeness and intimacy.

What if we can listen, empathize and even celebrate while holding our boundaries at the same time, knowing that no one can make us do something we don’t want to do?

If you feel like we can help your partner fill their deepest desires that’s awesome. But honestly, for some people, just listening and celebrating does the trick.

I help people and couples practice having conversations about their deepest desires and how to share them. And the best part is, they learn how to take turns delivering their desires and listening and celebrating them.

You can do this transformational work too! Take advantage of my special offer: 3 sessions for the price of $160. To book a free consultation or purchase a package click the link in the bio .

08/25/2025

A coaching session may include:
* Compassionate listening to your experiences and desires
* Asking questions to understand the history and layers of your challenges
* Sharing tools, practices, and resources tailored to your needs
* Guided exercises such as breathwork, movement, self-touch awareness, or communication skills
* Checking in on your progress, adjusting approaches, and integrating your growth into everyday life

Coaching vs. Therapy

S*x therapy often involves exploring deep-seated trauma or emotional wounds from the past. Coaching is about action and embodiment, practicing skills and approaches that help you feel more confident and connected now.

While therapists must hold advanced degrees in mental health or medicine, s*x and relationship coaches receive specialized, in-depth training focused specifically on intimacy, s*xuality, and relational skills.

The benefit of working with me as a coach is that you get the best of two world since I am also a trauma informed Somatic Therapist,

Why work with a S*x & Relationship Coach?

We’re often led to believe that s*xual skills should come naturally that if we have the desire, everything else will fall into place.

But the truth is, while wanting s*x is instinctual, knowing how to create deeply satisfying s*xual experiences is something most of us were never taught.

Conversations around s*x remain stigmatized, and clear, supportive guidance is hard to come by. Few are fortunate enough to have a partner who can teach them.

Since honest feedback is rare in s*xual relationships, many people are left guessing about what actually works. This is where a skilled s*x coach can make all the difference.

S*xual confidence and skill can be developed, just like anything else with the right guidance.

A s*x coach offers a safe, affirming space for learning, exploration, and real-time feedback.

Curious to see how this could support you?

Let’s talk. I offer a free 20-minute consultation where you can share what’s going on, ask questions, and see if working together feels like a good fit.

To connect click the link in the bio

08/20/2025

S*x positivity is a mindset that challenges the rigid, judgmental norms of our largely s*x-negative culture.

It celebrates the diversity of how people experience, express, and enjoy intimacy - including the nuances of reciprocity and individuality.

Here’s the truth: desires, dynamics, and preferences aren’t the same for everyone - and that’s not only okay, it’s beautiful.

S*x positivity recognizes that what feels fulfilling and meaningful will look different for each person, each relationship, and even each moment.

Take the idea of reciprocity.

Our culture often teaches that intimacy should always be equal—both partners giving and receiving in perfect balance.

But s*x positivity challenges that myth, saying instead: if the experience is consensual, communicative, and fulfilling for all involved, it doesn’t need to look a certain way to be valid.

Non-reciprocal dynamics, where one partner focuses on the other’s pleasure, are just as meaningful as reciprocal ones.

The key is mutual agreement—talking openly about what feels right, checking in, and ensuring everyone feels respected and cared for.

This mindset also breaks down harmful expectations, like the belief that both partners must or**sm for the experience to be “successful” or that intimacy always has to follow a specific script.

S*x positivity says no - there’s no one-size-fits-all. Fulfillment comes from feeling safe, valued, and connected in a way that feels authentic to you.

It’s also about balance over time. While some moments might focus more on one person than the other, what matters is that both partners feel their needs are met in the bigger picture.

Ultimately, s*x positivity creates an environment where people feel free to explore intimacy in ways that honor their desires and boundaries.

It’s rooted in consent, respect, and the freedom to enjoy intimacy on your own terms—free from shame or judgment.

What does s*x positivity mean to you? Let’s keep this conversation going.

08/18/2025

Couples who prioritize s*x as a shared value who talk about it, make time for it, and treat it as something precious to their relationship tend to stay more connected, both physically and emotionally.

On the other hand, couples who take a let’s see if it happens approach often find that it… doesn’t.

And over time, the absence of s*x can lead to more than just physical disconnection. It can impact:

* Emotional intimacy
* Self-esteem and desirability
* Resentments and misunderstandings
* Relationship satisfaction

One practice that helps? Scheduling s*x.

It might not sound s*xy at first, but in real life full of work, kids, stress, and Netflix putting it on the calendar can actually protect your connection. It creates a shared container for anticipation, play, and intimacy, rather than relying on the rare moment when you’re both magically in the mood and not exhausted.

When done with care and curiosity, scheduling s*x isn’t about obligation, it's about intention. It says: “This matters to us.”

And by the way, we “schedule” s*x when we’re dating - not just when our marriage is feeling “s*xless”.

When you invite someone to dinner and a movie on Friday night, you’re scheduling s*x.

This concept of scheduling s*x isn’t as “uns*xy” as it might sound.

As a S*x and Relationship Coach, I help individuals and couples reconnect with their desires, both within themselves and with each other.

We explore the emotional, psychological, and relational blocks that might be standing in the way of intimacy, and we work somatically, through the body to reawaken sensation, vulnerability, and connection.

If your relationship has gone s*xually quiet and you're not sure how to find your way back, it’s not too late.

You don’t have to settle for a s*xless marriage. There’s a path to healing, aliveness, and turn-on and I’d love to walk it with you.

✨ Curious where to start? Let’s talk.

To book a free consultation with me click the link in the bio

08/13/2025

Attachment theory states that our sense of safety and connection in relationships comes from having secure bonds.

Attunement is one of the most important tools in building and maintaining those bonds. It creates trust and safety, allowing both partners to feel emotionally supported and secure.

When attunement isn’t present, it can lead to misunderstandings and emotional disconnection - leading to insecurity or rejection. But when couples intentionally practice attunement, they deepen their connection and create a strong foundation of emotional safety.

Here’s the thing—before you can truly attune to your partner, you need to attune to yourself.

Self-attunement is about understanding your own emotions, needs, and triggers. When you can recognize what’s going on inside of you, it’s much easier to show up for your partner with empathy and clarity.

This can look like pausing to ask, “What am I feeling right now?” These small practices set the stage for a deeper emotional connection with your partner.

Attunement helps couples navigate challenges, repair after conflicts, and celebrate life’s joys together.

It’s a positive feedback loop—the more attuned you are to your partner, the more connected and loved they’ll feel. And the more they feel that, the more likely they are to respond with the same level of care and presence.

How to Practice Attunement:

1.Listen with Presence: Put away distractions and give your partner your full attention when they’re sharing.
2. Mirror Emotions: Let them know you understand how they feel by reflecting their emotions back to them. Saying something like, “I can see why that was so overwhelming,” can go a long way.
3. Ask Curiously: Don’t assume—ask open-ended questions like, “How did that make you feel?” or “What do you need from me right now?”
4. Validate Their Experience: Even if you don’t fully understand their perspective, affirm that their feelings are valid.
5. Be Responsive: Small actions—like a gentle touch, a kind word, or a genuine smile—show your partner that you’re tuned into their needs.

What’s one way you can practice attunement with your partner today? I’d love to hear—drop it in the comments!

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