#137 How To Be Present For Sensual Pleasure — Lillian Kemanis (MA)
Dissociated From Pleasure?
Discover how to be present for sensual pleasure by embracing safe spaciousness, curious inquiry and sovereign playfulness; here on episode #137 of The Sensual Sessions Podcast with host Candia Raquel and guest Lillian Kemanis, Master of Arts, Writer, Dancer, Somatic Movement Educator & Therapist.
This Is What You´ll Learn Here
[00:00:00] - Welcome to Sensual Presence & Play Intro to embodiment, curiosity, and sensuality in daily life.
[00:06:30] - The Juicy Paradox: Pleasure Amid Global Chaos Exploring the tension between sensual aliveness and world challenges.
[00:12:00] - Escaping the Trap of Chasing Ideal States Why grasping for perfection blocks authentic experience.
[00:17:45] - Embodied Sovereignty: Choosing Like a Child Rediscovering playful, honest decision-making through the senses.
[00:23:15] - Presence in Motion: Dance, Awareness & Choice Maintaining mindfulness and sensuality while moving through life.
[00:29:30] - Feeling Is Knowing: Truth in the Body How sensation and presence guide real-time knowing.
[00:35:50] - Beginner’s Mind: Awakening Curiosity and Wonder Accessing play and sensuality by suspending assumptions.
[00:41:10] - Befriending Inner Parts for Freedom Using somatic tools to soften resistance and reclaim play.
[00:46:50] - Play, Safety & Pleasure: Reclaiming Your Rules Creating safety to unlock embodiment and joyful exploration.
[00:52:00] - Erotic Aliveness: Presence as the Gateway How cultivating safety and presence fuels creativity and sensual joy.
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About Lillian Kemanis
Lillian Kemanis, is a Registered Somatic Movement Educator & Therapist (RSME/T) with the International Somatic Movement Education and Therapy Association (ISMETA), and holds a master’s degree from University of Central Lancashire in Dance & Somatic Well-being: Connections to the Living Body. Lillian completed her studies under the guidance and supervision of Mary Abrams at Moving Body Resources in New York City. Lillian offers support to individuals seeking a holistic and alternative approach to navigating life’s challenges. With over 10 years of professional experience in the movement healing arts, Lillian supports her community through personalized 1:1 Somatic Therapy sessions, immersive group workshops, and accessible online education. Her sessions prioritize body awareness as the primary pathway to address underlying emotional, mental, and physical needs, following a "bottom-up" therapeutic approach. Her methods facilitate the development of internal self-awareness and mind-body integration, helping clients restore a deep sense of connection to their vitality. Lillian blends the therapeutic dimensions of the Expressive Arts with her extensive background as a professional dancer, performer, filmmaker, and choreographer. She integrates somatic techniques such as Authentic Movement, Continuum Movement, Body-Mind Centering, Somatic Parts Work, yoga, and meditation, offering a holistic and immersive experience for her clients. With an embodied psycho-spiritual approach, Lillian addresses the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—to foster deep and transformative healing. As a facilitator, Lillian aims to provide experiential, creative, and dynamic learning environments for self and relational exploration. Lillian believes in each individual’s inherent capacity to heal, expand, and evolve. She leads her clients into the depths of their bodies and psyches, empowering them to unearth their hidden gems and embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery.
Learn more:
https://www.lilliankemanis.com/about-lillian
https://www.instagram.com/lilliankemanis/
New Here?
Hola, I´m Candia Raquel!
A Mexican sensualist, scientist, artist and woman that hosts The Sensual Sessions Podcast and who enjoys contemplating trees and drinking tea.
Dedicated to helping workaholics (like you) overcome numbness and embody sensuality through somatic movement.
Sense your sensual fire to share the flame!
What´s Next
Go to The Sensual Sessions Podcast Episode#138 How To Be Proud Of Your Sensual Desires — Suzannah Weiss
Learn more with resources on: Postural Presence Resources
Discover: Sensuality Toolkit
