Classes and Activitites
Temple Scarlet Retreat
Spring 2022 Classes and Activities
The schedule will be handed out upon arrival. Mandatory Orientation begins at 5:30om Friday, May 19th.
ROLEPLAY AND SEXUAL HEALING
by Monica Phinney (she/her)
In this session, we will learn about roleplay as a therapeutic artform, and explore the potential healing applications of roleplay in sexual contexts. Participants will discuss the science behind roleplay in therapy, as well as the emotional safety, consent, and aftercare concerns involved in harnessing this artform in their own sexual practices. Some of this session will be experiential, involving only non-sexual interaction with other participants.
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DETOXIFYING MASCULINE CULTURE
How Each of Us Can Help heal the Cultural Illness Infecting ‘Manhood’
by Arcas EarthSoul (he/him)
Culture is often complex and resistant to change. But when a systemic cultural illness is diagnosed, it's up to culturally-conscious people to nudge the culture toward positive change. This workshop will simplify your understanding of culture, how it changes, and offer a toolbox of ways each of us can influence it. One of three workshops on detoxifying masculinity presented by Arcas EarthSoul which may be attended as a series or ala-carte.
RELIGIOUS TRAUMA GONE KINK
by Abi Wagner (any pronouns)
During this hour of self exploration, we will dive into religious trauma and why so many of us former cult kids are drawn to the world of kink. There is something sweet about taking back the power that is stripped away when we get locked in any form of religion. We will be doing partnered communication exercises where you'll be challenged to retrain some programming that is deeply instilled with modern religion, free will. Mainly our freedom to say "No." Come inoculate yourself.
IMPACT PLAY 101
by Dale Milliman (He/Him)
This class will focus mostly on the physical safety aspect of impact play, along with emotional care, safeword use, and vetting. Dale will be doing a variety of small demonstrations to show technique, and share some of his personal philosophy on BDSM and kink as a whole.
STRIPPER MOVES
by Molly Pocket (StarDust) (she/her)
Bring a towel blanket or yoga mat and come learn some floor work! Molly Pocket (Stardust) was a dancer for all her life and a stripper for over 10 years. Join her and learn some fun floor/bed work to inspire your inner stripper!
PLEASURE TEMPLE
by Tavia Tinsley (she/they)
Pleasure Temple is orgasmic in nature. It is manual stimulation only. This means: No kissing, penetration, or heavy BDSM scenes will be allowed. If you do share touch with others, you must have verbal consent and a discussion about boundaries and what touch you are both open to before sharing touch.
Please Bring:
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a water bottle
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any non plug in and not loud sex toys you want to use on yourself
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your own lube, if you need it
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any crystals or sacred objects you want to charge with the energy we create
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a towel for clean up
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pillows and blankets
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a yoga mat for your “nest”
BASICS OF FEAR PLAY AND SEXUAL EMPOWERMENT OF IT
by MsBossyButterfly (she/her) Avi & her Maso
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Coming Soon...
DECONSTRUCTING MONOGAMY
by Monica Phinney (she/her)
Designed for anyone in a mono-normative society, this session examines the cultural expectation of monogamy and what we may want to take or leave from that narrative. Participants will take a deeper look at their relationship orientation, and their future goals for romance, sex, and partnership. This session will include practical advice on moving toward your authentic way of relating, be it consciously chosen monogamy or various forms of nonmonogamy, partnered or solo.
TOWARD A NEW PARADIGM OF MASCULINITY
Discovering New, Healthy Archetypes of What It Means ‘To Be a Man’
by Kevin Arcas EarthSoul (he/him)
While it's relatively easy to point out what we don't like in the cultural concept of masculinity, it's important to have a concept of what healthy masculinity looks like. In this workshop, we will first identify traits and behaviors which we feel exemplify healthy masculinity and then use guided meditation to meet and/or embody that personal ideal, while remaining open to the idea of many different--but still valid-- archetypes. One of three workshops on detoxifying masculinity presented by Arcas EarthSoul which may be attended as a series or ala-carte.
INTERACTIVE LESSONS ON TOPPING
Let’s Try It!
by MsBossyButterfly (she/her) Avi & her Maso
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CLOTHING OPTIONAL YOGA
by Alexander Jobe (any pronouns)
The experience is like normal yoga, and the option to get naked. We offer a community that allows you to be, we build intimacy, and practice mindful movement. The option to have clothes on is one that allows people to move at their own speed. Get naked, don’t get naked - either way you will be supported and loved. Our practice is slow and low.
RED UMBRELLA Q and A
by Molly Pocket (StarDust) (she/her)
Ever have any questions about the branches of the red umbrella... ask away. Molly Pocket will share stories of her time spent in the industry, as well as answer any questions folks might have! She hopes to spread knowledge and end the red umbrella stigma!
CNC: BASICS FOR BEGINNERS
by MsBossyButterfly (she/her) Avi & her Maso
Coming Soon...
FROM REPRESSION TO LIBERATION
by Monica Phinney (she/her)
This session will offer creative opportunities for individuals to reflect on their experience with sexual liberation, wherever they are on the journey. We will discuss the factors that contribute to shame and discomfort, identify and hold space for emotions that hinder our sexual fulfillment, and look at ways to practice vulnerability and trust in ourselves and others. Participants should bring a journal, if they have one.
DETOXIFYING OUR OWN MASCULINITY
The Personal Journey Toward a healthy Expression of Masculinity
by Kevin Arcas EarthSoul (he/him)
We will examine the unconscious toxic attitudes, beliefs, expectations, and stereotypes which influence our behaviors. This shadow work will begin or continue our personal lifelong journey toward integrating a healthier masculinity. There is value in this process for all, regardless of gender-identity, One of three workshops on detoxifying masculinity presented by Arcas EarthSoul which may be attended as a series or ala-carte.
MAIN RITUAL: A HANDFASTING CEREMONY
Facilitated by Katarina Elaine and Daniel Symes
About the Presenters
Monica Phinney (she/her) Monica is a drama therapist who explores the intersections of mental health, the arts, and education. She owns a Heartwork Studio, where she utilizes creative processes to help others heal, learn, and grow, through arts-based workshops or individual sessions. She is best known for her work on Netflix's documentary Procession. Her areas of interest and focus are healthy relationships, abuse prevention, sex positivity, queerness, polyamory, and neurodivergence.
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Kevin Arcas EarthSoul (he/him) Kevin’s mission is to coach and train a new generation of culture-change leaders who are committed to creating a more peaceful, just, and sustainable world. His personal path of transformation toward detoxifying masculinity began in 2005 as he left behind his patriarchal religious upbringing to become a goddess-worshiping, earth-centered pagan. He is a certified shamanic soul coach, an ICF Associate Certified Coach, and holds academic degrees in the field of leadership development. Please contact him at earthsoulcoaching@gmail.com for more information on his authenticity-focused personal-, transformational-, and leadership- development coaching and consulting.
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Abi Wagner (any pronouns) As an evangelical cult survivor, sexual trauma seems to come with the territory. Over the past 10 years of deconstruction from organized religion, we've come to learn tips, tricks, and a deep understanding of the human experience. There is nothing harder in this world than coming to discover one's truest self. This discovery doesn't come without difficulty, confusion, and heartbreak - all of which we are ready and willing to hold space for others in a similar position.
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Abi is a facilitator for Samsara Temple. Samsara Temple was built on a foundation of truth seeking, a yearning for deeper than surface connection, and a very clear understanding that we are all going to fumble through the journey together. Might as well come together, too. The founders of Samsara are as diverse as the sunset and they can't wait to hold space for you to heal in a safe space.
Molly Pocket (StarDust) (she/her) is an avidly sex positive person! Molly has worked under the red umbrella for most of her life, and is excited to be doing a Q and A about it. Molly understands the red umbrella and is still an adult entertainer who loves to use her dancing skills teaching people how to create more passion with their partner(s). She is looking forward to connecting with everyone during the retreat!
Tavia Tinsley (she/they) Tavia is an energy worker, healer, service professional & 200- RYT Yoga Instructor. She seeks to facilitate growth and healing with everything she does.
Tavia is a facilitator for Samsara Temple. Samsara Temple was built on a foundation of truth seeking, a yearning for deeper than surface connection, and a very clear understanding that we are all going to fumble through the journey together. Might as well come together, too. The founders of Samsara are as diverse as the sunset and they can't wait to hold space for you to heal in a safe space.
Alexander Jobe (any pronouns) Xander is an 200 RYT yoga teacher who’s been teaching yoga and meditation for the last 4 years. He’s been actively involved in learning and growing his own sacred sexuality business with Samsara Temple working to break down the barriers of shame and guilt wrapped up in sex.
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Samsara Temple was built on a foundation of truth seeking, a yearning for deeper than surface connection, and a very clear understanding that we are all going to fumble through the journey together. Might as well come together, too. The founders of Samsara are as diverse as the sunset and they can't wait to hold space for you to heal in a safe space.
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Dale Milliman (He/Him) identifies as a gentle sadist who focuses primarily on safe play that excites his masochistic partners because it feels and looks unsafe.
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MsBossyButterfly (she/her) Avi & her Maso (*) MsButterfly identifies as a primal Alpha Dominatrix. She has been in the BDSM community since the mid-1980s and a professional Dominatrix and educator since the early 1990s. Her favorite topics include primal play, FemDomme empowerment, fear play and CNC. She lives with her primal partners on her newly acquired horse ranch in Colorado and is working to develop the ranch for others to enjoy. MsButterfly is doing limited engagements in 2023.