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Why Strong Women Struggle to Receive Love (And How to Change It) With Mama Gena
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- Aug 13, 2026
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What if surrender isn't about giving up, but about unlocking your greatest strength? Could embracing pleasure be the most courageous act you take towards that allows you to receive love? In Episode 455 of The Charisma Quotient, "Why Strong Women Struggle to Receive Love (And How to Change It) With Mama Gena" dives deep with the legendary Regena Thomashauer otherwise known as Mama Gena, founder of the School of Womanly Arts and bestselling author, to explore how powerful, successful women can reconnect with their sensuality and pleasure—even if they feel stuck in "warrior mode. In this episode, Regena shares her personal journey from trauma and disconnection to discovering that the goddess she had searched for her whole life lived inside her all along. Together, Kimmy and Regena unpack the practical steps to help women shift from overworked and overstressed to magnetic, radiant, and truly alive. They discuss the rituals and tools—from Spring Cleaning to dance breaks—that help clear old baggage and rewire confidence from the inside out. Plus, you'll hear real-life stories of transformation, learn why flirting can be a spiritual practice, and get a taste of actionable, science-backed methods to spark your pleasure and power, no matter where you are on your journey. You'll hear practical exercises straight from Regena Thomashauer's new book, On My Knees, all designed to help you reconnect with your sensual self and invite more joy into every day. You'll hear: Why "surrender" is not about submission or weakness, but a portal to greater confidence and connection Regena's remarkable story of healing trauma through the discovery of pleasure and sensuality The science behind pleasure and orgasm and how it can literally rewire your brain and reduce anxiety, depression, and stres…