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That’s So Intimate

Sarah Koch & Bryan Russell

Welcome to That’s So Intimate— A podcast where we explore living well through deep, curious conversations, Join Sarah, guide at RAD Intimacy, inviting you to remember your sacred self and Bryan, guide at Sadhana Yoga School where we share wisdom for life.

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16. Commitment: Devotion Made Visible

That’s So Intimate ·

2025/10/28

Welcome to That's So Intimate. I'm Sarah from RAD Intimacy and I'm Bryan from Sadhana Yoga School — we're back from a short break to sit with a word that quietly shapes our days: commitment. We trace it back to its Latin roots (to bring together, to entrust) and chat about how commitment is really devotion made visible — whether it’s to a person, a project, your morning practice, or to the way you want to move through the world.We push past the narrow romance-only story most of us first think of

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78:06

15. Passion: Getting Turned on By Life

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2025/10/08

Hey friend — today on That's So Intimate Bryan and I dig into the fiery topic of Passion. We open with Khalil Gibran: “Your reason and your passion are the rudder and sails of your seafaring soul,” and then wander into what passion really is: a fierce ache, a yearning, and yes, historically, a kind of suffering (passio). That history makes sense — sometimes wanting something deeply hurts — but passion has also evolved into our aliveness, creativity, and erotic spark.We talk about passion as the

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73:01

14. Change: Welcoming What Is & What's Next

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2025/09/30

Welcome back, dear listeners, to That's So Intimate. Today Bryan & I unpack the big, often scary word: change — what it means, why we so often resist it, and how to move with it rather than against it. We talk about that familiar sting of the unknown, the comfort of stability, and why both safety and flow are essential for a healthy life.We wander through nature metaphors (seasons, strawberries, butterflies) and human ones (identity, golden handcuffs, the runner who becomes something else)

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58:05

13. Home: Place, Feeling, & Refuge

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2025/09/24

Welcome back to That's So Intimate! In this episode Bryan and I get curious about the idea of "home" as both a place and a feeling. We talk about home as a noun (those four walls, the hearth, the winter refuge) and as a verb (returning, belonging), and we get honest about what it means when home is missing — whether by choice or circumstance. We touch on everything from the womb as our first home, to the comforts and burdens of physical houses, to the deep solace you can build within yourself.We

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54:36

12. Connection: The Magic That Unites

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2025/09/17

Hey friend — in this episode Bryan and I sit down to unpack the word connection. We talk about what it means to be linked — emotionally, spiritually, physically — and why those overlaps matter for meaning and belonging.We dig into the small, everyday ways we find connection (the Venn diagram of shared books, hometowns, or hobbies), and the larger, deeper ties — family, land, nature, the divine, and even an idea or outcome you’re attached to. We get curious about mutuality: can connection be

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89:05

11. Purpose: Ask Yourself 'What's Mine To Do?'

That’s So Intimate ·

2025/09/10

Welcome to That's So Intimate — a warm, curious space where Sarah and Bryan invite you into conversation about purpose, dharma, and what it means to live a life that actually feels like yours. Together they unpack how to tell the difference between social expectations and your inner callings, why choice can sometimes be more paralyzing than necessity, and how fear often tags along when we step into what truly lights us up.They explore practical ways to get clearer: waking up earlier to a favorite

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77:34

10. Repair: The Secret to Stronger Bonds

That’s So Intimate ·

2025/09/03

Welcome back loves! Today we’re talking about repair, not the home-repair kind but the way we mend hurts or missteps with the people we love. Think of it like kintsugi: the cracks don’t ruin the pot, they become the gold. This episode walks through why repair matters, how it actually works, and how repair attempts can make relationships deeper and more beautiful.We break repair down into practical steps you can try right away using the Relationship Repair Ladder. Repair Ladder Steps: Pause and

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49:45

9. Trust Part 2: The Balance of Effort vs Ease

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2025/08/26

This week on That’s So Intimate, Bryan and Sarah are back to continue their conversation on Trust. They talk through real-life moments (like airport delays and a curious plane pin), how trust and timing shape our lives, and why balancing effort with ease is the secret sauce to a more peaceful, juicy life.They get personal, sharing how trusting themselves and the rhythms of life helped them through big transitions — from building careers to dating, parenting, and learning to follow intuition

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59:33

8. Trust Part 1: Self-Reliance vs Interdependence

That’s So Intimate ·

2025/08/21

Welcome to That's So Intimate — where Sarah and Bryan get cozy with the big, messy questions. In this episode we unpack Trust: what it means, where it lives (in others, the universe, and especially inside you), and how our culture, news cycles, and personal histories shape our ability to surrender and rely on one another.They trade stories — from spilled cacao to washed-out roads — to explore how trust is often specific (we trust people for certain things), learned (through community and crisis),

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7. Sacred: Finding Beauty in the Ordinary

That’s So Intimate ·

2025/08/13

Welcome to another enriching episode of That's So Intimate, where we delve into the profound world of sacredness in our everyday lives. In this episode, we ask the big questions - can everything be sacred, and how do we cultivate reverence in our daily routines? From viewing our bodies as miraculous, living beings to recognizing the divine in nature, we explore different facets of what it means to live with a sacred perspective. We share personal stories that highlight moments of sacred connection,

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01:05:40

6. Love: Risky, Rewarding, and Reverent

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2025/08/06

Welcome back to That's So Intimate! Bryan and I are delving deep into the world of love. Are you ready for another heart-to-heart?We kick things off reminiscing about a magical cacao sharing circle at a festival, where Bryan and I first truly connected. It's funny how love sneaks up on you, isn't it? But wait, we don't just stop there — we dive into the peculiarities of love declarations. Ever wondered why saying "I love you" is so vulnerable? Join us as we unravel this unique bridge between heart

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01:02:34

5. Politeness: Pleasant or Outdated?

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2025/07/31

Welcome, dear friend, to another episode of That's So Intimate. Join us as we unpack the layers of politeness rules, dreaming of a world that's less about archaic societal norms and more about genuine connection. You'll hear personal stories about family dynamics, social expectations, and the pressures to conform to politeness vs. the yearning for authenticity and realness. Politeness may once have been taught as a path to respect, but we explore how it might sometimes limit us, curb our sincerity,

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01:13:27

4. Belonging: The Medicine of Being Accepted

That’s So Intimate ·

2025/07/23

Hey there, and welcome to "That's So Intimate." Join us, Sarah from Rad Intimacy and Bryan from Sadhana Yoga School, on a heartfelt journey into the world of belonging. We're diving deep into those warm, fuzzy feelings we crave when we truly connect with others, and perhaps more importantly, ourselves.Have you ever wondered if you're just fitting in or if you really belong? We get it—life can feel like a balancing act. In this episode, we chat about the difference between just being part of a group

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3. Solitude: The Most Intimate Relationship?

That’s So Intimate ·

2025/07/16

Welcome back to another episode of That's So Intimate! This week, it's just you, me, Sarah, your guide from Rad Intimacy, and my insightful co-host Bryan from Sadhana Yoga School. We're diving deep into the alluring and often misunderstood world of solitude. Have you ever wondered whether being alone really has to mean feeling lonely? Or what it truly means to be at peace in your own company? Grab your favorite mug, fill it with something warm, and get cozy as we explore these questions together.In

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2. Alignment: When Values and Joy Point the Way

That’s So Intimate ·

2025/07/09

Hey there, welcome to another intimate episode of That's So Intimate! Today, we're diving into a word that's been making waves – "align." Have you ever thought about what it truly means to be in alignment with your innermost self? We're chatting about those moments when your insides vibe perfectly with your outsides, and how that reflects the authenticity we all crave. Join us, Sarah from RAD Intimacy and Bryan from Sadhana Yoga School, as we peel back the layers on what alignment truly means. From

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1. Courage: The Bridge to Connection

That’s So Intimate ·

2025/07/09

In today's episode of "That's So Intimate," we're diving into something that touches all our lives in one way or another—courage. You know Sarah and I love to explore those deeper questions, and today we're asking, "Is courage really the price of connection?" It's like we're standing on this metaphorical bridge, where each step towards our authentic selves requires a bit of boldness and belief in something bigger than us. We touched on the beautiful, messy journey of weaving courage into the fabric

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Trailer: Exploring Intimacy Beyond Boundaries

That’s So Intimate ·

2025/07/02

Welcome to That's So Intimate, where we dive deep into the art of living well through curious, heartfelt conversations. I'm Sarah from Rad Intimacy, and alongside Bryan from Sadhana Yoga School, we're on a mission to invite you to connect with your sacred self. In our discussions, we unravel the layers of what intimacy truly means, beyond just sex and physical touch. We've realized that intimacy is also about spiritual connections and embracing vulnerability. It's fostering honest conversations and

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