In this episode of The Sacred Places Podcast, I’m joined by author, psychotherapist, and somatic guide Carly Mountain for a profound exploration of Inanna’s Descent and one of the world’s oldest myths of transformation, embodiment, and return.

Together, we explore how descent work can root us more deeply in our bodies, our breath, and the land beneath our feet, especially in a world that constantly encourages dissociation. Carly shares how Inanna guides her back into sensory presence, how the seven gates of descent mirror the seven chakras, and why our bodies are themselves sacred places.

We also discuss:
🌹How myths like Inanna and Persephone teach us to be “of the earth”
✨ Why so many of us feel disconnected from where we live
🌹 The role of embodiment in spiritual practice
✨ What oral tradition preserves that written texts cannot
🌹 How descent work can help us feel at home even in places we once wanted to escape

Whether you’re new to descent mythology or already working with Inanna, this conversation offers grounding, clarity, and a gentle call back to yourself.

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This podcast episode was edited by Jordan, a cohost from The Astro Study Room - https://www.youtube.com/@TheAstroStudyRoom

Music: Tribal Wind - SergePavkinMusic
Music Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWe5Z7qISMQ