Attunement, Empathy, and Connection: Learn the “Soft” Skills of Sex

Shownotes   The importance of focusing on connection instead of healing How to describe your feelings from your body instead of your head The most effective way to teach attunement to men Why lack of attunement feels like apathy The difference between suppression and containment What it feels like to be present inside of yourself   Bio   Steven Jaggers is a somatic educator, practitioner and the founder of SOMA+IQ™ Breathwork, a powerful modality for nervous system healing and embodied transformation.   He has trained over 2,000 practitioners in a unique method that rewires the body’s response to stress, trauma and connection through potent tools like breath, co-regulation and somatic self-inquiry.   Steven’s approach bridges ancient healing traditions with modern neuroscience, offering experiential tools for emotional integration, authentic relating and whole-body aliveness.   His work has been featured in university-accredited programs, major podcasts and global events. Learn more about Steven and his work on his website.   Timestamps   00:00:45 - Guest introduction 00:04:54 - Steven explains what meta skills are and their importance 00:08:25 - Sign up for Layla’s newsletter at LaylaMartin.com 00:09:34 - The importance of focusing on connection instead of healing 00:13:14 - How to describe your feelings from your body instead of your head 00:17:20 - Steven shares Eckhart Tolle’s definition of stress 00:21:05 - Others can feel your alignment in their nervous systems 00:23:24 - Discover the VITA™ Sex, Love and Relationship Coaching Certification  00:24:35 - Discover MOOD SEX MAGIC™ Elixir 00:25:36 - Steven’s definition of eros 00:25:47 - Layla shares her definition of eros 00:32:13 - The most effective way to teach attunement to men 00:42:53 - Why lack of attunement feels like apathy 00:47:26 - The difference between suppression and containment 00:51:52 - Enhance your sensitivity and pleasure inside Crystal Pleasure 00:53:19 - Steven explains the 4 modes of communication 00:55:01 - Steven guides Layla through a powerful breathwork practice 01:06:42 - What it feels like to be present inside of yourself 01:07:05 - What it feels like to not be present inside of yourself 01:12:08 - The 3 potentials that can happen for a client during coaching or facilitating 01:16:57 - Conclusion