099: Why You Can’t Do This Work Alone – The Power of Community in Feminine Reclamation
Desire on Fire
If you’ve ever felt like no matter how much self-work you do, you still end up in the same patterns—this episode is for you. Ellie and Aimee are back in the studio, fresh from their Sacred Union weekend, reflecting on one of the biggest revelations of their work: awareness alone is not enough. You can read all the books, listen to all the podcasts, and even go to therapy—but without the right community, deep transformation remains just out of reach. In this conversation, they share their personal journeys of healing within sisterhood, why we were never meant to do this alone, and how...
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098: Embodying the Queen: The Shift from Control to Deep Feminine Power
Desire on Fire
What does it really mean to embody the Queen? In this episode, we’re diving into the Queen archetype—not as a title you achieve, but as a way of being. We explore the shift from immature feminine psychology to mature feminine embodiment, and why so many women unknowingly stay stuck in patterns of control, resentment, and unmet desires. If you’ve ever found yourself trying to fix, manage, or lead a man, or wondering why relationships feel exhausting rather than deeply nourishing—this conversation is for you. In This Episode, We Explore: Why being the Queen isn’t about...
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097: Blindfolded Beginnings: How our Retreat Sparked Audrey & Hunter’s Love Story
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Join us in this intimate conversation with Audrey and Hunter as they share their transformative love story, sparked by the practices and community of Desire on Fire. From Hunter’s experience in “The Forge" men’s session to the life-changing blindfold exercise at our February, 2024 retreat, this episode explores the power of truth-telling, the challenges of authentic connection, and the profound growth that comes from sacred union. Whether you're seeking love, deeper intimacy, or personal evolution, this episode will inspire you to embrace the courage it takes to transform for deeper...
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096: The Cost of Being Fake Online - With Aimee, Ellie & Rob
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This week we sat down with Ellie’s husband Rob, who candidly shared his perspective on the pitfalls of social media and marketing (this is NOT your typical conversation about these topics!). We discussed our responsibility as facilitators of transformational work and how we can share our work with integrity. Whether you’re in the coaching industry or not, we think you’ll get a lot from this conversation and examining if your use of social media is serving you or not. Join us IN-PERSON for Sacred Union: our 3-day immersion for women & men (singles AND couples!), taking place...
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095: Aimee and Ellie share vulnerable life updates
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Aimee and Ellie sit down to catch up and share the shifts they’re experiencing as they come out of their sabbatical/maternity leave! Aimee shares why she hit “pause” on her dating life, and Ellie shares her recent initiations as a new mom of two. Sign up to join us IN-PERSON for Sacred Union: our 3-day immersion for women & men, taking place January 17-19, 2025 in Austin, TX: Sign up for our mailing list: Explore our website: Come and join our FB community: And connect with us on Instagram: Connect with Aimee: Check out my instagram here: Connect with...
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094: Gender Dynamics in Modern Relationships & on Netflix
Desire on Fire
On this week’s podcast episode, Ellie, Rob and Aimee dive into a conversation that invites us to take a deeper look into everyday relationship dynamics. From sharing hard-earned wisdom from our own journeys, to dissecting the patterns we see playing out in the popular show "Nobody Wants This," to questionable dynamics we’ve observed on social media… we leave no stone unturned! Our conversation digs into potential societal shifts, where evolving gender roles require a delicate balance. What’s required for men to step into their purpose as protectors and providers, while women embody...
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093: The Death of Desire on Fire
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It’s the end of an era. One year ago, we had no idea this was coming. And today, it seems like the most obvious thing in the world. The chapter of Desire on Fire is coming to an end. And with this death, comes an exciting and powerful re-birth. We have been going through such an intense metamorphosis over the last year, both personally and professionally. While Ellie’s been gestating a baby, we’ve been gestating this re-brand, re-birth. Though our women’s work isn’t going anywhere, it became clear that the time has come to let go of our brand and business as we’ve known it, to make...
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092: Aimee’s Getting Plastic Surgery
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Hey, beautiful souls! This week’s episode feels vulnerable, yet important, to share with all of you. I, Aimee, am letting you in on the intimate journey I’ve been on that’s led me to decide to have a cosmetic surgery procedure. I’m revealing my fears, feelings, and perspective-changes along the way, that led me to finally gifting myself something I’ve wanted for nearly a decade! In this solo podcast, I share how my views on beauty, radiance, vanity and self-love have transformed and evolved over time. I also explore the pitfalls of the body positivity movement and the nuances and...
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091: Baby Blessing Ceremonies— Everything you Need to Know
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Hi Desire on Fire fam! Ellie here. This week’s episode is all about celebrating new beginnings, because we're diving deep into something you may have seen us share online and wondered about: the beautiful world of baby blessing ceremonies. This episode is inspired by the baby blessing Aimee recently hosted for me, as I enter the 3rd trimester and move closer to birthing my baby girl into the world. I want every mama to receive this kind of love and support, so I wanted to share what actually goes into hosting something like this, so you can create one yourself, if you feel called! And who...
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090: Ellie’s Wild Conception Story
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The last 8 months have been a season of massive transformation for Ellie and her inner circle, and in this week’s solo episode, she dives deep into sharing the juicy revelations she’s been having since her second pregnancy began last fall. She shares some of the BTS of her pregnancy journey– including the wild details of the conception, and how this baby girl is calling her forward into her fierce feminine– a reclamation like no other. Sign up for our mailing list: Explore our website: Come and join our FB community: And connect with us on Instagram: Connect with...
info_outlineThe term “polarity” gets thrown around a lot… but have you ever wondered what it actually means, and why it matters?! In this episode, we break down our perspective and experience, and share examples of how our practice with empowered polarity is changing our relationships– and why we believe it’s the KEY to hot, harmonious relationships with men!
Chapters:
03:40 An update about our living situation and how we’re creating more work/life balance.
09:31 The dynamics of masculine/feminine energies.
12:11 The power of getting truly vulnerable, and asking men for help.
13:32 Aimee shares a story about what her dating life looked like BEFORE practicing polarity… and how her unconscious drive to protect herself drove men away.
17:41 How to communicate your needs and ask for support.
20:33 Our take on what’s behind the current climate around relationships… ‘toxic’ masculinity, failed relationships, 50% divorce rate.
24:09 We share the changes we believe are needed, like embracing mutual respect and understanding.
35:40 An invite to dive deeper into this work of embodying your feminine energy, and to join us in Austin, TX in June! If you’re craving sisterhood, community, and healing with the masculine, you’ll want to listen all the way to the end!
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