“your sexuality is the most potent form of divine art.” - David Deida

Week seven: eros + sensuality

If there is a “God” part of us, is it this part that we can resource or tap into or touch within our eros, and does this create our sensuality?
How do these energies co-exist/co-create both within and without. We will touch on enchantment this week as a by-product of this contemplation.

intention

please read from dear lover

Chapters 20 + 21

please be prepared to share

Your personal 3-5 step guidebook for staying open in moments of hurt, pain, mistrust, anger, separation, shame, abandonment, grief, etc. The exact steps you take during these situations to stay open and connected as love.

questions for contemplation + discussion

What is EROS?

What is the difference between “sensuality” and “sexuality?” Which one resonates with you? What is your relationship with your sensuality and/or sexuality?

Are there any situations in life that you have determined are impossible for you to stay open as love? If so, name them in detail.

Think about a recent conflict you had with someone: what was the cause of the conflict/separation/space? Applying the wisdom from these chapters, can you see how staying open as love, or focusing your devotion/love/heart on a certain aspect of this person might help you to stay open?

Is staying open in tough situations a choice you are making? Why or why not?