The Spirit of Intimacy: Ancient Teachings in the Ways of Relationships

Key Features And Benefits - First book by one of the most prominent teachers of indigenous spirituality in the West -Draws upon the ancient teachings of native Africa to give insights into the nature of intimate relationships. Explains the necessary foundation for healthy, lasting relationships: spirit, community and ritual. - Explores indigenous ideas of love, sex, marriage, childbirth, relationship renewal and conflict, and applies their teachings to the modem world. - Powerful insights into the nature of attraction, divorce and loss - Presents specific rituals, and group and private ceremonies, to help nourish relationships. -Suggestions for improving intimate life are based on seminars and workshops given by the author to thousands of students in the US and Western Europe. - Explores such topics as how to find a partner, how to maintain healthy intimate relationships, and the meaning of conflict. - Applies profound teachings of an indigenous people to a complex contemporary world. - Offers specific rituals for intimate partners and the community which supports them. - Discusses the nature and role of gay and lesbian sexuality.