Is sex really something to shame? By understanding the essence of it, clearly, it is not. Brooke Heym talks about dealing with trauma and rediscovering oneself through a renewed perspective of connection. She is the founder and CEO of GFR Enterprises LLC. Brooke is an executive operations and business management consultant, and a highly sought-after relationship and sexual empowerment coach. Brooke advises and partners with other executives, thought leaders, and communities focused on improving the way we live and work. She is a frequent guest on panels and podcasts discussing entrepreneurship, relationships, communication, and sexual empowerment. She has twenty years of senior leadership experience in operations, sales, personal development, and market research at several companies. She has developed and led large teams and has experience working in dynamic and growing companies of all sizes from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Brooke was sexually abused for much of her childhood and the pattern of abuse continued into her adulthood. In her late twenties, Brooke made a choice to take back her power and her life and she has spent more than a decade on a journey of research, growth, and teaching.
In this episode, Brooke talks about the perception of sex in a whole new light by rewiring one’s mind, understanding shame, and being aware of what else is attached to this form of energy. Join us and listen in!
[00:01 - 06:26] Opening Segment
Brooke on being a sexual empowerment coach
The journey to a hard reset to start a new life
Breaking the cycle and finding oneself
[06:27 - 26:52] Intentional Healing by Reprogramming the Mind
Reengaging sexuality through mindset reprogramming
How fear and avoiding pain is masked by shame
Creating boundaries without killing love in your life
[26:53 - 47:02] The Deeper Side of the Science of Sexuality
How robbing yourself of chemical releases
Creating a safe environment for yourself
Trauma response as a way to survive
Perceiving emotion to activate compassion
[47:03 - 52:30] Closing Segment
Show the real you and feel the connection
Connect with Brooke!
Closing words
Tweetable Quotes:
“Obviously, like, the things that happened to me, I'm not responsible for other people's actions. But when I stopped and looked at my life, I realized that the only person that was going to change things was me.” - Brooke Heym
“What it comes down to is this idea of control and fear, and, and making sure that people feel less likely to be hurt. Which is impossible, right? Everyone's gonna feel pain and hurt in their life.” - Brooke Heym
“Shame is a way of trying to avoid pain.” - Brooke Heym
Connect with Brooke:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brookeheym/?hl=en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brookeheym/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SexCoachBrooke
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