Understanding and embracing one's sexuality is a journey that is both personal and profound. Here, we share empowering perspectives from esteemed Black sex therapists and educators, aiming to illuminate the path toward sexual empowerment for Black women.
"For women of color, embracing our bodies and sexuality is a path to healing. It's about overcoming shame and accepting the beauty and capability of our bodies." - Jessica Ross, LPC, CST (@jrcounseling)
"Black women need not prove their worth; it is affirmed with every breath we take. Our soulfulness as Blackness is the magic in all we do." - Shayla D. Tumbling, M.S., NCC (@shayladtumbling)
"The essence of Black female sexuality has shaped worlds, and its liberation is forging new ones. It is an entity that is both misunderstood and revered globally." - Shayla D. Tumbling, M.S., NCC (@shayladtumbling)
"It's crucial for us to reclaim our ancestral rights over our sexuality, which includes pleasure, joy, and wellness. It's innate and vital for our survival." - Dr. Robyn Charlery White (@DrCharleryWhite)
"Loving yourself and embracing pleasure in the face of adversity is a revolutionary act." - De-Andrea Blaylock-Johnson, LCSW-S (@sankofasex)
"Black women are inherent creators and nurturers, deserving of pleasure not as a luxury, but as a necessity." - Bridgetta Giles, CFLE (@sexpositive_cfle)
"A Black woman's sexuality is a divine tapestry woven with love, desire, and power." - Samantha Carwyn, MA (@carwyn_collaboration)
"Celebrating Black sexuality means embracing our bodies and desires freely, without external judgments clouding our exploration." - Erin Tillman (@DatingAdviceGrl)
"My vision is of a world where pleasure is central, shameless, and safe for all sexual expressions, whether solo or with partners. Black women are leading this liberating movement." - Salem Afangideh, ESQ. (@Salem_Afangideh)
"The Erotic ensures that we are fully present in every experience." - K Chase, MA (@sexcoachkchase)