i'm one of many people on the list of sex educator Midori who has also just relaunched her Fire Horse Productions web site. It moved me enough to request permission to re-post it here; Midori's writing explains itself.
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1. ENCHANTED, SURPRISED, TROUBLED, HUMBLED - YOU?
At a recent news conference Jeff Zeleney, a reporter from the New York Times, asked President Obama what he found enchanting, surprising, troubling and humbling in his first 100 days in the office. This delightful question got me thinking - we could all ask ourselves this about our lives and careers.
When I reflect about my career as a sexuality educator, here's how I'd answer the question.
Enchanted: The feisty women all over who've opened up sex positive boutiques and events. I've met many of these gutsy gals. For the past few decades these women decided that sensuality is a good and right part of healthy humanity, and decided to open tiny pretty shops - against all odds and well-meaning advice to do otherwise. Their impact on general sexual health and positive attitude isn't fully appreciated. They're the ones that have encouraged me along the way to keep on track of what I'm doing, regardless of odd and voices of negativity. They rock!
Surprised: I'm surprised every day that I'm doing what I'm doing. When I was young, I didn't think I'd be the sort to run my own business - and about sexuality?
I'm surprised about how much good resource about healthy sexuality is available for young people today. It's such a different world from my high school and college days.
Troubled: I am troubled that despite all the great resources and information about healthy, loving sexuality, that there is still fear, shame and angst around one's sensual expression. I am troubled by the hatred and fear that still thrives against LGBTI folks. I am troubled that AIDS still ravages but seems to be in the back burner of people's minds.
I'm troubled that some folks, especially in the kink subculture think that I'm just about rope or that they discount me because I also enjoy teaching fun mainstream love skills.
Humbled: I'm humbled by people like my mother-in-law, whom after decades of conservative thinking, can open their hearts to people who love differently then them. I am humbled by all those kick-ass young ones who start sexuality resources, events and clubs for their peers. I'm humbled by my friends, who support me and my mission each and every day. I'm humbled by my wife, who believes in me and my crazy work and art.
And you? Here's a question for you... And please feel free to ask others this question, as it's guaranteed to be a really interesting conversation.
When reflecting upon your personal sexual/sensual journey, what have you found to be enchanting, surprising, troubling and humbling?
Wishing you peace and pleasure!
Midori
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