Archive - Tonic for Life

Sin and Tonic: Sexuality and Spirituality Belong Together

I used to think my sexuality would prevent me from having a vocation. Now I know that sexuality is my vocation.

May 6 •

February 2025

Only a Paradox is True

Healing has shown me conflicting things about who I really am. So who am I really?

Feb 20 •

Using Cannabis as an Aid to Embodiment

Mindful use of cannabis can make somatic practices easier for people who struggle to stay out of their own head.

Feb 7 •

November 2024

Learning Intimacy Through Somatic Coaching: A Client Interview

What it’s like to work with a somatic relationship coach in the words of a client.

Nov 7, 2024 •

September 2024

How to Make Small Talk at a Kink Meetup

Some guidelines for navigating conversations with strangers at a social event with a sexy subtopic.

Sep 13, 2024 •

July 2024

Writers are Magic

Heather Havrilesky taught me how to turn my worst flaws into something I want to share with everyone.

Jul 1, 2024 •

May 2024

How to Manifest the Life of Your Dreams

It’s both easier and harder than you expect.

May 14, 2024 •

April 2024

Tonic for Life is Open for Business

The fear is real but so is the joy.

Apr 16, 2024 •

February 2024

Doing Polyamory in Public

Some reflections on speaking publicly about my relationship style for the first time.

Feb 28, 2024 •

January 2024

In Defense of Breaking Up

Polyamory isn’t a get out of jail free card.

Jan 28, 2024 •

December 2023

Christmas Songs that Make Me Cry

Covid ruined my plans so here are the songs that I’m listening to instead.

Dec 25, 2023 •

The Path from Catholic to Pagan

The landscape has changed but the road remains the same.

Dec 20, 2023 •

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