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In this episode of the Building Resilience Podcast, we'll be discussing the concepts of abundance and scarcity. You'll learn the definitions of these two terms, the power of an abundant mindset, and how to recognize the signs of a scarcity mindset. We'll also discuss the concept of sufficiency, which is the middle ground between abundance and scarcity. You'll learn why it's important to focus on the blessings and abundance in your life, and how to find a sense of gratitude and abundance in even the most challenging of circumstances. Finally, you'll learn a few action steps you can take to start cultivating an abundant mindset in your life.

Welcome to this episode of the Ceremony Circle Podcast! In this episode, host Shaman and author of Animal Power, Allison Charles, welcome Stephanos Cifindos, a relationship coach and somatics and trauma guide. Stephanos shares his own journey of how he was once immersed in deep hedonism, escapism, and shame to avoid his traumas, which included dysfunctional behaviors, travel, suicide ideation, and porn. He discusses how he has used Eastern and Western methodologies and philosophies to promote balance, sacredness, and power in life and love and how he has used a sacred union with his wife to create a beautiful birth for his daughter Athena. Stephanos also answers questions from listeners, such as how to reconnect sexually when both parties are stressed, how to create polarity in a passive relationship, and how to evaluate trying again with someone from the past. The episode ends with a powerful closing ceremony practice called Meeting Your Younger Self's Needs.

Topics discussed in this episode include:
- How to cope with unresolved trauma
- The importance of safety when it comes to sacred sex and intimacy
- Utilizing modalities to create spaciousness in the body and nervous system
- How to communicate in a way that is meaningful and compassionate
- How to reconnect sexually with a partner when both parties are stressed out
- How to create polarity in a passive relationship
- Evaluating trying again with someone from the past

We hope that this episode has inspired and empowered you to take action in your own life. If you feel like you gained something positive from this episode, please support the show by leaving a rating and review. All guest links and contact information will be provided in the show notes on the website alacentarls.com and in the weekly Ceremony Circle Podcast Instagram posts. Lastly, remember that the podcast is for information and entertainment purposes only and not to provide medical advice or diagnosis. Thank you for tuning in and we’ll see you in the next episode!

Welcome to the Ceremony Circle Podcast, where host Shaman and author of Animal Power, Allison Charles, explores the power and importance of sacred sex and intimacy. In this episode, Allison is joined by Stephanos Cifindos, a relationship coach and somatics and trauma guide. Stephanos shares his story of using Eastern and Western methodologies and philosophies to promote balance, sacredness, and power in life and love. He talks about his journey of facing and healing his own traumas and how this has informed his teaching. He also shares his experience of sacred union with his wife and the birth of his daughter Athena. They also answer questions from listeners, such as how to reconnect sexually when both parties are stressed and how to create polarity in a passive relationship. Lastly, they offer a powerful closing ceremony practice called Meeting Your Younger Self's Needs.

We also hear from Stefanosofandos, a runner who experienced many physical changes during middle school. He talks about how he is now more in touch with his younger self and the importance of being compassionate and consistent with oneself. He encourages listeners to connect with him on social media (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and his website - stefanosofandos.com) for more information and guidance.

We thank all of our guests for sharing their time, wisdom and energy with us. All guest links and contact info will be provided in the show notes on the website alacentarls.com and in the weekly ceremony circle podcast Instagram posts at iamalacentarls. If you have gained something positive from this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review on the podcast platform to help keep the show free and available to people. Please note that this podcast is for information and entertainment purposes only and not to provide medical advice or diagnosis.