[Carolien]

The body meditation made me realize how important it is to touch my body and explore different parts of my body with different ways of touch. My plan for giving my body more appreciation and love is by practicing this more often. Touch myself as I would touch a lover, to say appreciative things about my body, compliment myself, especially on the parts that I feel insecure about.

[Carolien]

Because I’m taking birth control pills I am emotionally very stable during my period. I do remember before I was taking the pill that I was more emotional, more ‘grumpy’ at times and I felt the need to prioritize myself and take care of myself. I usually spent the first 2 days retreating and spending time by myself.

[Carolien]

I try to honor myself during menstruation by taking nice and hot showers, taking things slow. Taking the time to relax and try to stay at home at night reading a book or watching a movie. If I feel like I need a hot pad I will use it.

[Carolien]

I haven’t really experienced body changes (yet) that I feel grateful for. I am grateful for having a fully functioning body without having any diseases or issues.

[Carolien]

I haven’t really had body changes (yet) that I feel unhappy with

[Carolien]

I feel most shameful about the size of my breasts. I have small cup size, which makes me feel less feminine. Years ago I bought push up bras and slowly I replaced all of my bras with push up bras. I still wear them to this day. What I do like about my small breasts is that they do not hinder me during workouts, and that I can lay flat on my stomach without being in pain. Hopefully Bodysex will help me heal my shame and I will be able to go braless in the future.

[Carolien]

Nudity is important in Bodysex because by showing the body in a nude state, the truest form of a person is being shown. It takes away anything that can be used as a mask, it expresses vulnerability and equality. By being nude women get the opportunity to heal their body shame. They can see what other women look like, express and talk about how they feel about their bodies. Being nude connects.

[Carolien]

Luckily I am able to get myself to have an orgasm, and that I am able to recognize when I am having an orgasm. My orgasm are usually on the small side. Due to the Bodysex articles and course I am now able to have multiple orgasms in a row, which was also a pleasant experience. I do feel that I still have lots to learn and experience about my orgasms, I am very grateful that I found Bodysex.

[Carolien]

I am generally grateful for my body. I have been skinny all of my life and never had to worry about my weight. I do struggle with the size of my boobs, as they are small. I wear push up bras every day, and feel self-conscious about them. Hopefully I can let go of these insecurities one day and wear regular bras or even go braless.

[Carolien]

I like the cunt drawings and especially the decorative vulva drawing. I am still learning to become more cunt positive so the decorative vulva drawing camouflages the cunt a bit, which makes it a bit less awkward to look at. Regardless I love the way she camouflaged it, very detailed and beautifully drawn. Beautiful piece of art.

[Carolien]

I think the women gave Betty a standing ovation for the way in which she told her story. Especially during less progressive times I assume there was very little knowledge available about sexuality. Betty spoke in such a light, humorous way and with so much confidence that it was such a pleasure to listen to it. I am certain that for many women it was liberating and a way of recognition. I wish I could have attended that conference!

I assume it was the last because speaking so open about sexuality during those times was something unheard of, especially being focused on women. Regardless of how successful the conference was, it may have been too liberal for other speakers or investors. Perhaps they would withdraw if it continued?

[Carolien]

Watching the lecture at Chico State made me realize what kind of amazing work Betty was doing, and what kind of bold and amazing women she was for even pursuing this direction. I couldn’t stop watching as I loved the way she presented her childhood story, how easily she talks about her sexual exploration journey. It was very inspiring to watch.

[Carolien]

It was a bit overwhelming to see the cunt drawings for the first time. Even though I knew that everyone’s cunt looks differently, I always felt a bit of shame around it. Betty’s drawings truly are a piece of art. Her work, her drawings are felt so liberating for me. I had no idea there were so many different ones and I love how Betty appreciates each of them.

[Carolien]

What stood out for me in the documentary was the show and tell, including finding a name for everyone for full acknowledgement. Seeing the support and sisterhood within the circle was also amazing!

[Carolien]

For me Bodysex is the embodiment of self-love. A transformational journey for self-love and self-acceptance, (re)connecting with our bodies, exploring sensuality and sexuality without judgment or shame to live a fulfilling self-loving life.

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