Ep. 34: A Conversation About Feeling Sexy & Comfortable on Camera with Crystal and Raj

Crystal Rose O’Connor Bio Crystal Rose O’Connor is a somatic intimacy coach, intimacy director, performer, and food lover. Crystal’s mission is to make sure other people feel seen and legitimized, each with a story worth telling. Crystal received training in Sexology at The Somatica Institute, learning the art of deep healing, communication, kink, trauma release, conflict resolution, healthy attachment, open relationships, and embodiment.   Raj Bandyopadhyay Bio Raj Bandyopadhyay is a personal branding photographer and artist. Prior to joining the art and photography world, Raj earned a PhD in Computer Science and worked as a software engineer and data scientist. In 2017, when his spouse came out as transgender and started transitioning, Raj began his own soul-searching journey, and transitioned into his photography career.   Hey everyone! Welcome to today’s episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today’s episode, I’m joined by Crystal O’Connor and Raj Bandyopadhyay to talk about insecurities between sex and photography, how to work through perfectionism, and overcoming self-limiting beliefs. Crystal and Raj also talk about the benefits of utilizing containers and somatic tools, and what people can do start feeling more comfortable on camera. Let’s delve in!   In this Episode You’ll Learn: [01:48] A bit about Crystal. [02:21] A bit about Raj. [03:56] How Crystal and Raj connected. [05:55] Common insecurities between sex and photography. [13:50] Working through perfectionism. [19:12] Overcoming self-limiting beliefs in clients. [27:44] The most common hurdles that people face. [28:45] Safe containers from the world of BDSM. [30:26] How using these tools transform people. [35:13] Who needs to have these experience? [42:25] Words of wisdom.   Quotes: “Your vulnerability makes you relatable, and it’s better for your brand.” [10:11] “Shoulds are about perfectionism, which is the opposite of vulnerability.” [10:37] “If we never did anything that was uncomfortable, none of us would ever have sex for the first time.” [26:05] “Do it because you want it and because you think it will be fun, even if no one ever sees them.” [39:22]   Connect with Crystal Rose O’Connor Email:               crystal@yourbodyyourstory.net. Website:            yourbodyyourstory.net.   Connect with Raj Bandyopadhyay Website:            www.seriesaphotography.com. LinkedIn:            Raj Bandyopadhyay. Instagram:          @seriesaphotography.   Connect with Rachel Wright Website:            https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram:          @thewright_rachel Twitter:              @thewrightrachel   Resources   WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK!   Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel   Get your Zumio Discount!   Call to Action Please if you love this episode, and know someone else who is a passionate soul on a mission just like you share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow please leave an iTunes review and don’t forget to subscribe.