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February 22, 2016
Who’s Your Sexy Alter-Ego? My Chat with Dillion Harper
It seems to me that most women have an alter-ego, one that isn’t actually so “alternative” when we get down to it. Sure, it may vary hugely from the person we present to the world, but it may also be where our authenticity shines the most. In a world that tries to tell us who we should be, in and outside of the bedroom, every woman who stands on her own feet and declares, “Take me as I am!” is a superhero, IMO.
Meet Dillion Harper, an award-winning porn star who has a lot to say about embracing our full selves. Dillion shares her alter-ego, Velvet Sinn, in a comic book of the same name. In the tale inspired by her personal journey, sweet, young “good girl” Dillion can’t resist the voices in her head about fighting crime and sexual prowess to right others’ wrongs. So she does the logical (read awesome) thing and lets her alter-ego Velvet Sinn out to play.
In our interview on Girl Boner® Radio last week, Dillion shared this of her goals with the story:
“We’re so obsessed with what’s on the internet and movies and how certain supermodels look, the image today, in 2016, how we’re supposed to look. We are all unique women. We all have something special and perfect about each individual one of us. So what I really hope for women to walk away with this comic book is that we’re strong. We shouldn’t sit there and act like we’re weak and think that we have to become something else or fit in… Don’t be afraid to be yourself.”
Listen to our full chat below, or on iTunes or Stitcher Radio. You’ll also hear Dr. Megan Fleming’s response to a listener’s question: Can guys have multiple orgasms? If so, how? (Hint: the answer is yes, but it takes practice!)
If you’d like your own copy of Velvet Sinn, send an email to velvetsinn@gmail.com. To learn more about Dillion’s work in the adult industry, check out her website: www.therealdillionharper.com.
Don’t forget! You have four more days to enter the Embraceable release party giveaway! It’s simple and free to enter, and the prizes are awesome—sensual jewelry, gift cards, books and more.
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February 18, 2016
“Embraceable” Release Giveaway!
Who’s in the mood to party? I know I am! Embraceable has been such a labor of love. Now that the paperback is available, I’m thrilled to welcome you all to its release giveaway celebration!
For every paperback purchased between now and 2/26, one dollar will help bring much-needed feminine hygiene products to women living in Los Angeles shelters. Click here to nab your copy and help women in need have a better chance at thriving—if even for a few days.
**The book is also priced at an introductory price of $9.99—more than 20% off the regular price of $11.99.
Meanwhile, y’all have four ways to enter the drawing for awesome goodies! There’s no need to enter a raffle; simply take the below steps. I’ll do the drawing manually and announce the winners here on my blog on March 1st. If you win, you may choose to receive the prize yourself, or gift it to someone else.
Prizes:
1 Clitoring (stunning clitoris-shaped ring for your finger) from Penelopi Jones – valued at $122
1 $100 pre-paid credit card from Denise
1 Rose Gold Vesper (elegant dual purpose necklace + vibrator) from Crave – valued at $69+
1 $50 Amazon gift card
1 BioMatch Femhygiene set (moisturizing lubricant + wash) from Good Clean Love – valued at $30
3 Embraceable goody packs, including a signed paperback, #YouSparkle sticky notes and a Girl Boner® lip lube (Okay, they’re lip balms, but I dig the play on words! ;))
How to enter the prize drawing:
1 – Post a comment below this blog post, sharing one step you’ve taken—or plan to take—to embrace your sexuality.
2 – Watch the book trailer and leave a comment below it on YouTube. To do so, you’ll have to open the video on YouTube — either by clicking the option at the bottom of the video screen below, or by finding the video at this link.
3 – Subscribe to my mailing list for very occasional updates. Use the entry form in the sidebar or click HOME, then scroll down.
4 – Tweet a quote from Embraceable, including the hashtag #Embraceable, and tagging the author of the quote. Can’t choose one quote? Tweet up to five. (Yep! That ups your odds of winning.)
To make it simple, see a list of possibilities you can copy and paste into a tweet below. If you tweet a quote not listed below, I’ll add a $10 gift card to your prize, should you win!
*Almost no one is using #Embraceable, outside of the book. If anyone does use it for another purpose and their name is drawn, I’ll draw again.
Suggested tweets:
“From the moment you exist, your sexuality is your own. It’s worth nurturing, celebrating & exploring.” @AugstMcLaughlin #Embraceable
“Love is something everyone deserves. I love and am loved. I am not broken.” @Lauren_Jankowsk #Embraceable
“I was just a normal girl with raging hormones. Being fascinated with sexual pleasure is a part of being human.” @ericadgarza #Embraceable
“My sexual awakening has been equal parts exploring new experiences & healing old traumas.” @TrishCausey #Embraceable
“For me, there’s a lot of richness and value in following my curiosity.” Jean Franzblau @ComingOutKinky #Embraceable
“God made sex, and it is good.” Kelly Wilson @KW_Writes #Embraceable
“…exploring all that I am as a sexual & feminine being is as beautiful now as it previously was painful.” @KendraTanner121 #Embraceable
“Most anything can happen when a young woman decides to commit to her fantasies.” @foxlana #Embraceable
“Maybe part of me is still that young girl, fighting back against those bullies who dared name me a ‘slut.’” @KittCrescendo #Embraceable
“Once we stop participating in ‘slut’ shaming…it becomes a lot easier to stop ‘slut’ shaming ourselves.” @UnSlutProject #Embraceable (Emily Lindin)
“I have earned my growth and my scars. I have earned my right to enjoy and to wallow.” @bcmgsupermommy #Embraceable
“Through burlesque, I embraced my body as powerful, beautiful and capable.” @CaBarretFit #Embraceable
“By sharing our stories, we remove the burden of shame because we did nothing wrong.” @RachelintheOC #Embraceable
“I have to remind myself that sex isn’t something men take—not the good ones.” Butterfly Jones #Embraceable
“Conditional love isn’t love. It’s false hope to hook you into staying and feeding someone else’s power mania.” M. #Embraceable
“Embracing one’s sexuality & enjoying the pleasure of sex have taken backseats to a…need to be super mom.” @SunshineMommy #Embraceable (Dani Longman)
“I love helping someone explore fantasizes they’ve had secretly for years.” @MsMonaDarling #Embraceable
“I learned that sex does not have an expiration date, and the key to mind-blowing sex is imagination.” @JannRobbins #Embraceable
“What women really need is faith in themselves…& to not worry about what the world perceives.” @veldabrotherton #Embraceable
Ready to enter by leaving a blog comment? Do so below, sharing one step you’ve taken, or plan to take, to embrace your sexuality. And yes, all gender are welcome to play. Good luck! ♥
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February 15, 2016
The Beauty of a Woman BlogFest V: Save the Date!
February 11, 2016
How Sexual Energy Arouses Creative Genius + Sexy Self-Care
In the latest on Girl Boner® Radio, August interviews Sandra LaMorgese, PhD, a holistic sexuality expert and author who became a dominatrix later in life, on sex and creativity. Then Dr. Megan Fleming calls in to discuss sexy self-care and how to cultivate it even when you’re stressed or depressed.
Listen on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or here:
Did you enjoy the episode? We’d love to hear your thoughts!
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February 5, 2016
Clitoral Orgasm FAQ and Clitorings
The clitoris is so much more than a “pleasure button!” August interviews Orien Mcneill, artist and creator of the Clitoring, then explores frequently asked questions about clitoral climaxes. Then Dr. Megan Fleming responds to a question from a listener: how can she make her “sleep-gasms” stop?
Psst! Don’t forget to sign up for Dr. Megan’s Rekindle Your Desire program! Use this link for a 30% discount.
Listen to the episode on iTunes, Stitcher or here:
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February 4, 2016
Your sexuality IS embraceable! A book trailer
January 28, 2016
Finding Love and Rekindling Desire
August interviews life and love coach Hayley Quinn about “slut”-shaming, harmful dating strategies and how to find your dream relationship—once you’re ready. (Hint: Work on you first.) Then Dr. Megan Fleming joins in with tips for improving lost libido and getting your “sexy” back.
Listen on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or here:
Listen to Hayley’s podcasts: Love HQ (for women) & Attraction HQ (for men).
To get 30% off Dr. Megan’s audio + workbook program, by sign up at greatlifegreatsex.com/girlboner!
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January 25, 2016
Reassurance for Anyone Opting Out of Botox
January 21, 2016
Fat Acceptance and Healing from Sexual Trauma
In the latest on Girl Boner® Radio, August interviews Dawn Serra, sex educator and cohost of Sex Gets Real, on her personal journey, including her sex-positive childhood, how she’s found healing from sexual trauma and her thoughts on fat acceptance. You’ll also learn about her brainchild, Explore More Summit. The free online event starts soon soon! Then Dr. Megan Fleming responds to a listener struggling with clitoral pain and missing orgasms.
Listen on iTunes! Listen on Stitcher! Or stream it here:
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January 18, 2016
What 4.5 Years and 1 Million Views of Blogging Have Taught Me
