In this enlightening episode of "Investment of Self," host Kathy Washburn welcomes Elise Bish, a renowned desire catalyst and expert in pleasure-focused practices. Together, they explore the transformative power of pleasure, its role in healing, and its profound connection to desire. Elise shares her unique approach to embracing joy through pleasure practices and discusses how these can serve as powerful antidotes to pain and negativity in our lives.

Delve into the intricacies of how pleasure can counterbalance the often overwhelming demands of modern life and discover how integrating simple acts of joy can amplify your overall well-being. Elise's insights on the ancestral connections to our perceptions of pleasure and desire provide a fresh perspective on personal empowerment and self-healing.

Whether you're looking to cultivate a deeper relationship with your own desires or simply curious about incorporating more joy into your daily routine, this episode offers essential strategies to start you on the path towards a more fulfilled and pleasurable existence. 

• Concept of Pleasure and Desire
• Practical Steps to Embracing Pleasure
• Pleasure as a Tool for Managing Negative Emotions
• Broader Implications of Pleasure Practices
• Connection of Pleasure to Ancestral and Sexual Healing

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Resources Mentioned in this episode:

Pleasure Activism: The Politics of Feeling Good by Adrienne Maree Brown 

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