# Embracing the Path of Embodied Spirituality with Raffaello Manacorda EP 50

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Podcast: [Love, Sex, and Leadership](https://stenobird.com/podcast/love-sex-and-leadership-6857618)
Published: 2025-04-29T13:23:57+00:00
Episode link: https://share.transistor.fm/s/1ce48854
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Duration seconds: 3574

## Resource

In this episode of the Love, Sex, and Leadership podcast, Aaron interviews Raffaello Manacorda, a lead faculty member at ISTA who has dedicated years to the study and teaching of Tantra. They explore the concept of embodied spirituality, contrasting it with ascetic paths that deny the body and emotions. Raffaello shares his journey and the 'why' that drives his work, emphasizing the importance of understanding emotions, relationships, and sexuality from a deeply embodied perspective. They delve into the challenges of integrating sexual education within spiritual teachings and the societal resistance often encountered. Raffaello discusses his balance between roles, managing both dark and light masculine energies, and the ongoing process of personal and professional growth. The conversation also touches on the transformational experiences in ISTA’s retreats and Raffaello's upcoming projects focused on archetypes and money. The episode concludes with practical advice for integrating personal growth work into everyday life and relationships.

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