No Shame Tackling Sex Taboos

(Season 6 | Episode 234)

with CJ and Linwood

[TESSA] In this episode of the Open Nesters podcast, we delve into the rich and intricate world of modern relationships through the lens of our remarkable guests, CJ and Linwood. Their story began with an online meeting that blossomed into a deep connection spanning continents—from Australia to California—demonstrating that love knows no borders. We explore their unique journey through non-monogamy, the courage to redefine relationships, and the ongoing discoveries about their identities.

Meet CJ and Linwood

No Shame Tackling Sex Taboos (Season 6 | Episode 234)

As we revisit CJ and Linwood’s candid conversation, they share insights into their lives as open nesters, emphasizing the idea that rather than feeling empty, they see themselves as open to new experiences and possibilities. They articulate how important it is to maintain vibrant relationships with their children and communicate openly about their evolving dynamics. CJ, who has embraced her bisexuality and the concept of non-monogamy, discusses how this openness has influenced her interactions with her sons, creating a dialogue about relationships that transcends traditional boundaries.

1:52 Meet CJ and Linwood

15:53 Discovering Kinks and Connections

27:15 Exploring Life as Open Nesters

34:57 The Work of a Sex Coach

38:03 Advice for Open Nesters

43:29 Reflections on Courage and Adventure

The episode paints a vivid picture of CJ and Linwood’s journey—navigating love, kink, and their respective roles within a DS dynamic. CJ shares her fascinating backstory, recounting how her exploration into her own desires led her to Linwood, and how their relationship grew despite the challenges imposed by distance and external circumstances like the pandemic. Linwood reflects on his Australian roots and the cultural differences that have shaped their dynamic, adding his unique perspective to the conversation.

Throughout the discussion, they unpack what it means to communicate boundaries and desires in relationships. Their experiences reveal the importance of honest dialogue, especially when exploring non-monogamy. Their take on defining relationships and expectations fosters a profound understanding of what it means to create a meaningful partnership today.

CJ also touches on her work as a sex coach, highlighting her desire to assist individuals who grapple with shame around their sexuality. She shares how her journey as a phone sex operator has provided her with an unexpected understanding of men’s desires for connection and submission. The episode emphasizes the need for honest communication and the exploration of personal identities, making it clear that transformation often begins with the courage to ask difficult questions.

As we bring the episode to a close, both CJ and Linwood offer invaluable advice to those navigating similar paths. They underscore the importance of self-awareness and the need to cultivate an open mind as one transitions into the open nesting stage. With their story serving as a beacon of hope and inspiration, listeners are encouraged to embrace their authenticity and forge connections that reflect their true selves.

By the end of this captivating episode, it becomes evident that for CJ and Linwood, love is not bound by convention or geography. Rather, it is an evolving adventure, ripe with endless possibilities and the continual pursuit of fulfillment and joy in life and relationships.

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 on 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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