The Conflict Between Heart and Sex

Innocence is wholeness.

The word "Innocence" in Hebrew, Ta’mim, closely resembles the Arabic word Ta’mam, meaning “okay” or “complete.” Both of these words trace their roots back to SHALEM—the Hebrew word for “whole”—which we commonly recognize as SHALOM in Hebrew or SALAM in Arabic. While often used as greetings meaning “hello,” these words actually convey a deeper meaning: PEACE.

Let’s break it down::

“PEACE” = “WHOLE” = “INNOCENCE”

At its core, something whole is without fracture, without conflict. It is, quite simply, at peace.

But in the world we live in, peace often feels elusive. Conflict and polarization seem woven into the very fabric of life.

We can observe this tension in the split between two fundamental forces of human existence:

• On one side, there is desire—the life force that drives creation, rooted in sexuality and instinct—SEX. This is the primal urge to procreate, to feel, to experience.

• On the other, there is nurture—the tender force that sustains life through love, care, and emotional connection.However, in many views, the world is far from peaceful. We don’t need to look far to find tension and polarization in life itself—the HEART.

This divide is embodied in archetypal figures throughout history and mythology—Eve and Lilith, Mother Mary and Mary Magdalene—each representing aspects of what is often referred to as the “Madonna–Whore” complex or split.

While kind of easily understood, and projected on the female figure, this dichotomy deeply impacts both men and women alike, reflecting the ultimate split between Heart and Sex.

Both in the abstract concepts, such as - love and lust, as well as in the embodied experience of two body organs that are energetically disconnected,

This split influences societal norms, educational modalities, and ways of thinking and upbringing, that creates a collective consciousness where heart and sex are seen as opposing forces rather than complementary aspects of a whole human experience.

Often, this  division in the collective consciousness leads to inner conflicts and tension between sexual desire and love, causing to hide and shame the fact that we all are sexual beings…

Can we still be Innocent, Whole, and Holy, while having Sexual needs and Desires?

I invite you to explore, in an embodied way, the split between the heart and sex in the collective consciousness of our society, while exploring the relations with your own sexuality, like an artist in the process of creation.

Reflecting on your life, relationships, and sense of self.

Integrating this exploration, to s state of peace and wholeness within ourselves and each other.

I am looking forward to sharing this exciting spaces of exploration with you!

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