THE BODY SPEAKS
Sensory, insightful, and unapologetically human
The BodyJoy blog is a space for exploring intimacy, embodiment, and pleasure beyond performance. Rooted in sexological bodywork, somatic sex education, and shadow integration, this blog invites you to listen to your body’s wisdom, embrace curiosity, and deepen connection—within yourself and with others.
Honoring Our Founder
Charla Hathaway is a PhD. Sexologist, Certified Sexological Bodyworker, Surrogate Partner Therapist, and founder of Austin’s BodyJoy Intimacy School.
How My Work Compliments Talk Therapy & Sex Therapy
I help clients shift habitual patterns and develop new pathways for pleasure and presence through tools like breath, sound, movement,…
Tantrika vs. My Practice: What’s the Difference?
Whether you’re drawn to the mysticism and spirituality of Tantra or the grounded, body-centered education of somatic sex work, both…
Preparing for Somatic Sex Education: A Checklist
Wherever you are in your journey, know that sexual healing is possible through somatic sex education. Pleasure is your birthright.…
The Power of Erotic Immersion Days: A Deep Dive into Your Erotic Self
An Erotic Immersion Day is a guided, transformative experience rooted in the principles of sexological bodywork, embodiment coaching, and somatic…
When we feel pressure to sexually perform
Our culture has conditioned men to tie their worth and desirability to performance, output, and control. And intimacy becomes yet…
How to Be Present During Sex: What Women Actually Crave
Learn how to be present during sex and become the confident, connected lover women crave. Presence—not performance—is the secret to…
Sex Positive Theater Show in Austin: Charla Hathaway’s One-Woman Erotic Journey
Experience Charla Hathaway’s award-winning sex positive theater show in Austin. One weekend only—two unforgettable performances full of humor, healing, and…
Edging to last longer…
The practice of edging can enhance your orgasm intensity and sexual confidence...
Somatic Sex Education on Netflix: What GOOP Got Right About Pleasure, Healing & Intimacy
Sex, Love & GOOP spotlights somatic sex education on Netflix. Learn how this body-based approach to intimacy and healing is…
How to Improve Your Sex Life Without Pressure or Perfection
Feeling too tired or disconnected for intimacy? Learn how to improve your sex life with two simple, nourishing practices that…
Overcoming Performance Anxiety: A Body-Based Approach
Learn how to overcome sexual performance anxiety by building erotic confidence through embodiment, boundaries, and somatic awareness. Tools to help…
Erectile Issues and Emotional Causes: What Your Body Might Be Trying to Tell You
Struggling with arousal or performance? Explore how erectile issues and emotional causes are often deeply connected—and how somatic sex education…
Mindful Masturbation: A New Way to Experience Self-Pleasure and Connection
Mindful masturbation helps men rewire old habits, expand pleasure, and reconnect with their bodies. Learn how masturbation coaching supports deeper…
10 Common Sex Mistakes (and How to Stop Making Them)
Avoid common sex mistakes that kill intimacy and pleasure. Learn the top 10 mistakes men and women make in bed—and…