Home to Her Celebrating Erotic Intelligence with Lisette Ostrander
In this conversation, Dr. Lisette Ostrander and I explore the intricate relationship between feminine wisdom, sexuality, and pleasure. We also talk about the cultural narratives surrounding women's sexuality, the importance of creating safe spaces for exploration, and the need to reclaim pleasure as a vital aspect of life.
Key Takeaways:
* Feminine power includes the ability to celebrate and sustain life, along with the ability to access deep wisdom found within the body
* Cultural structures have historically excluded women's input on power
* Embodied wisdom teaches us about pleasure and connection.
* Sex and pleasure are integral to understanding feminine wisdom.
* Cultural narratives often vilify women's sexuality and pleasure and have done so for a great deal of recorded history.
* Creating safe spaces is essential for exploring sexuality.
* Eroticism is about seeking pleasure for its own sake.
* Life experiences significantly impact sexual experiences.
* Women often face challenges related to desire and intimacy.
* Self-exploration and understanding one's body are crucial for empowerment.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Sacred Feminine
03:22 Exploring Feminine Power
06:39 The Journey of Sexuality and Pleasure
11:50 Cultural Influences on Sexuality
18:22 The Complexity of Women’s Sexual Experiences
23:32 The Intersection of Life and Sexuality
29:34 The Role of Safety in Sexual Encounters
35:38 Challenges Women Face in Sexuality
40:03 Men's Perspectives on Sexuality
47:28 Empowering Women to Explore Their Sexuality
51:31 Practical Steps to Embrace Sexual Pleasure
57:04 New podcast outro 062625 - 6:26:25, 5.23 PM.mp3
Notes about this episode:
* Lisette and I referred to the Home to Her podcast episode, Becoming a Land Steward with Belinda Liu: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/68a392e1-b9c3-4b9c-9a70-5aa9994ad55c
* We also discussed the Hestia retreat centers - you can learn more about them here: https://www.hestiamagic.com/
* I referenced the virgin-whore dichotomy so many women face; you can find a description of this here: https://www.modernintimacy.com/the-psychology-of-the-madonna-whore-complex/
* Lisette referenced the work of sex and relationship therapist Esther Perel. She also mentioned two books: The Erotic Mind, by Jack Morin; and Women's Anatomy of Arousal, by Sheri Winston
Mentioned in this episode:
3 Mentorship Spaces Left this Year!
I have three mentorships spaces available between now and the end of 2025 for women who want to learn how to access and embody their full power using methods I’ve learned from my 10+ years of research. This is intensive work, and it’s not for everyone – but if this sparks an inquiry in you, reach out and let’s talk. Send me an email at liz@hometoher.com. Or, head to my website, www.hometoher.com, and book a discovery call today!