Sex, Drugs, & Soul
Welcome to Sex, Drugs, & Soul—where the sacred gets spicy, the healing gets real, and the self-discovery comes with a side of mischief. I’m Kristin Birdwell—author, mystic, tantrika, story doula, and professional line-blurrer between the profane and the profound.
For years, I thought I had to choose between my wild, rebellious nature and my deep spiritual calling. Turns out, the magic happens when we embrace and integrate the two. This podcast is where we break the rules, shed the shame, and get intimate with our truth—whether that’s through soul-stirring conversations, sensual exploration, or the occasional existential crisis (served with a wink and a cocktail).
I bring you raw stories, deep wisdom, and unfiltered conversations with fellow seekers, healers, and pleasure revolutionaries. We’re talking spirituality, sexuality, self-expression, and all the beautifully messy things that make us human.
So, if you’re ready to rewrite the story, drop the ‘shoulds,’ and live a life that turns you on—welcome. Let’s get wild, raw, and soulfully reclaimed.
IG: @kristinbirdwell_ | kristinbirdwell.com
Sex, Drugs, & Soul
55. Flexing After Cancer with Tricia Totten
At 59, Tricia Totten is a wife of 30 years, mother of two wonderful adults, fitness enthusiast, and a breast cancer survivor who shares her life experience in an effort to help others navigate a cancer diagnosis and other life setbacks.
In this episode, Tricia and I share how cancer has impacted our lives in different capacities. With her seven years cancer-free and my dad passing from liver cancer eleven years ago, this conversation intends to represent both sides of those affected by cancer and offer support for loved ones going through a difficult time.
Watch the full episode on YouTube.
We share and explore...
- Our diagnosis day stories aka a day our lives changed forever
- The importance of prioritizing relationships, expressing love and gratitude, & being more vocal about our experiences and emotions
- How being intentional in our connections and conversations can make a significant impact on our loved ones
- Creating a safe space for loved ones to share their emotions without judgment
- PTSD and scan-xiety
- Thoughts on death & the afterlife
- How the passing of a loved one can bring moments of profound connection and reflection
Chapters
00:00, Introduction and the Power of Sharing Stories
02:23, Cancer's Impact on Personal Lives and Relationships
08:53, Coping with a Cancer Diagnosis and Prioritizing Relationships
15:13, The Day Lives Changed: Finding Strength and Denial
20:14, Cherishing Moments and Practicing Gratitude
25:47, Supporting Loved Ones and Going Inward
29:04, Lessons from My Father
32:14, Signs from the Afterlife
37:37, Supporting Loved Ones through Difficult Times
53:12, Creating a Safe Space
55:19, The Impact of Social Media
57:27, Fortitude and Appreciation
59:47, The Power of Quality Time
01:03:44, Embracing Empathy, Compassion, and Gratitude
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