"We all have it. We all have problems with it. We all want it. And we all also are really terrified of the ways in which we want it."

In this episode, Nicole Cloutier sits down with Shivani Mehta Bhatia, founder of Tulsi Strategies and host of the Intimate Practice podcast to talk about the word "intimacy."

Tune in to learn…

• The etymology of "intimacy" and how it relates to both internal and external experiences


• Why intimacy is not just about romantic relationships, but a fundamental aspect of human connection and self-understanding


• How power dynamics and societal structures influence our capacity for intimacy


• The interconnection between intimacy, vulnerability, and imagination in creating social change


• Practical ways to develop "relational skills" and foster deeper connections with ourselves and others

Looking for more info about Shivani? Here's where you can find her:

• Listen to Shivani's podcast, Intimate Practice, wherever you get your podcasts


• Sign up for Shivani's newsletter at www.shivani.co


• Check out "The People's Syllabus," Shivani's curated reading list for a liberatory revolutionary summer


• Learn more about Shivani's work in equity and justice at Tulsi Strategies

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All music is by Jack Pierce

Connect with the podcast team (i.e., Nicole!) at itsallpoetry.podcast@gmail.com

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