We sit with Henika Patel, founder of the School of Sensual Arts and author of Sensual. We dive into the themes of her new book, learning that mindfulness is actually a Western packaging of Eastern practices, we learn about the true essence of Tantra beyond its westernised lens, and how we can start to embrace and process big emotions through practical methods such as breathwork.Henika shares her own journey as an educator in this space, the wisdom she’s gathered from her experiences, particularly post getting married, and practical ways to cultivate sensuality, presence, and emotional awareness in everyday life. This conversation is an eye-opener for anyone looking to deepen their connection with themselves and the world around them.
Episode chapters:
(0:00) - Introduction
(7:30) - Ancient eastern practices
(10:18) - What is tantra?
(11:10) - Why mindfulness is a Western concept
(12:30) - Why we are so disconnected with our bodies
(16:30) - Is there a scarcity of pleasure in our community?
(22:51) - How can we improve sex education for kids
(28:45) - Men and their perception of yoga and tantra
(31:13) - Catering to the LGBTQ+ community
(33:32) - Writing a book on Sensuality
(38:07) - The intent behind sharing ancient Indian practices
(41:54) - Practical applications in coping with Big Feelings
(45:45) - How to breathe to control your stress and anxiety
(47:25) - Life and work after marriage
(52:15) - What does Henika have strong game in?
Explore Henika's teachings on:
Website: https://schoolofsensualarts.co.uk/
Book: https://schoolofsensualarts.co.uk/sensualbook
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/henika.x/
