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

An insightful little book with great wisdom to share on relationships, community and culture.

A timely and beautiful reminder of what the creator intended relationships to be.When so many of us the West and sadly in African are behaving as though we have no memory of our true selves, it is of no wonder the creator sent this beautiful soul so we can re-member ourselves to the spirit within. In deep gratitude for such an intimate guide.

Easy to read, thought provoking and insightful book. Those who feel the connection to this way of life can only be compelled to give thanks to this author for following her purpose to bless us this written contribution.It was a joy to get an idea of the depths of love and support which can be attained collectively. Thank you to the sellers for their courteous and friendly service to ensure the product arrived to me safely .

Truly beautiful book with deep teachings from a brave woman who had to leave the comfort of her land and family in order to spread the messages in this book. It's something we most people lack in the West- a connection and a relationship with spirit.I borrowed it from a friend and sat down to read a couple pages and instead I lay down and read the whole thing and then ordered a copy for me and a copy to be sent to my sister.Truly beautiful.

I originally read this book after borrowing it from a library however I needed to own it for myself. This book is essential reading for anyone wanting to get a wider perspective on relationships wherever you are from. I have since given this book to my girlfriend and would like to thank the author for writing such a great book.

"Intimacy is a song of spirit inviting two people to come and share their spirit together," Sobonfu Somé says in this insightful book on intimacy and sacred sensuality from a traditional African perspective. According to the author, "intimacy is a sacred thing and should not be messed with." She provides an enlightening account of male-female relationships in the traditional West African Dagara culture, which views intimacy far more than a means of pleasure; it is a sacred act. So many romantic relationships in the West are driven by control and ego says the West African writer who encourages married couples to periodically renew their relationship before communicating in deeper states of intimacy. According to Sombé, to make relationships healthy again, people must put control and ego aside and allow their spirits to connect with each other.The Spirit of Intimacy is an informative and interesting read for men and women on sacred sensuality from an African woman's perspective who draws upon ancient African teachings in the way of relationships.This is a good read for anyone interested in learning about intimacy in traditional African cultures.

Excellent little book. Brought it back the reconnection of roots that we as a people need. Getting back to nature and following the ways that were intended.

"The Spirit of Intimacy" provides a very refreshing prospective of relationships and intimacy in the traditional African setting. There is much to think about in this book and it did have me looking at the relationships I maintain with those around me. Indeed there may be valuable relationship lessons to be found in its pages even for us living in Western Society. Recommended reading!

I didn't even know I needed this! A content creator on Tik Tok recommended this book and I am glad that I purchased it. The chapters are easy to read and so deep. My soul has been refreshed. Definitely worth the buy.

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A great read to innerstand the importance of spirit in your relationships.

Es un libro facil de leer, con un lenguaje senzillo y a la vez profundo que habla de como se ven las relaciones de pareja desde la perspectiva de una tribu africana y como esta cosmovisión se puede trasladar al mundo occidental. Exento de romanticismos y de falsas promesas, presenta las relaciones como una llamada del mundo del esperitu a compromoterse a compartir nuestros dones con el colectivo.

This book explains some much of the causes of pain in our community and is great start for own reflection and it shows no one has to stay in vicious self-destructive cycles- excellent!!!