Myths of Joy
owning OUR SENSES
A common myth around joy, pleasure and sensuality (which is simply the experience of our senses) is that these are synonymous with sexuality. While sexual energy is a delighful and potent expression of our senses at their most vibrant, this reduces pleasure and intimacy to acts of physicality alone.
Particularly as Sensitive’s (ones that are autistic, neurodivergent, highly sensitive or introverted) we are so used to masking our own needs to fit into external expectations, so we loose the knowledge of our own preferences. So often this leads to anxiety, depression, overwhelm, burnout or meltdown. This has to change as we deserve to experience all of our divine selves through the knowing our own innate wants and needs.
HONOURINg OUR EXPERIENCE
Where are the images of strong feminine women living the quiet soft revolution of daily self compassion, love and empowerment? There is a disconnect between the cultural myths of joy and pleasure and our own unique experience.
Its beautiful that can now begin to recognise the endless ways we can seek out moments of pleasure in our daily lives. From the soft touch of fabric, to the silky feel of chocolate on your tongue, beautiful sounds drifting to your ear or perhaps the caresses from the wind on your skin.
This is holistic sensuality.
moments of joy
Holistic sensually is about activating, experiencing and honouring all of our senses. This cultivates moments of joy and pleasure that is both conscious and predictable.
When we feel restrictive by the images that surround us, the most radical thing we can do is simply examine them. We can dedicate our time and energy to cultivating the alternative – exploring and expressing a sensuality that comes from within us. We can create a soft revolution back to your own innate self.
We believe that reclaiming joy and pleasure in our everyday starts with a series of moments. Moments that anchor us in the present.
RECLAIMING the SACRED
Perhaps it’s taking those extra few moments to sit with your cup of tea and simply breathe, perhaps it’s indulging in some gorgeous aromatherapy, perhaps it’s the textured weight of lace against your skin. Moments that are so much softer and more subtle than how pleasure is presented in the public eye.
And simply by noticing these experiences, your senses will become richer and more attuned. The more consciously you give yourself the space to explore and express holistic sensuality as a daily practice, the more receptive you will be to pleasure whenever it crosses your path. It’s about truly believing that you are worthy of the joy and pleasure you desire. And giving yourself permission to experience abundance, on your terms.
JOURNEY TOGEHTER
If you’ve a ritual or a practice that brings you joy and you’d love to share with us and our community why not contact us and let us know. Its beautiful to expand our knowledge of how best to nourish our sacred selves.
Join us on this journey to experience more joy, abundance and meaning. You can also arrange a time to explore how to cultivate more nourishing moments in your everyday. I’d love to hear from you. xx