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3.56 AVERAGE
3.56 AVERAGE
Very provocative content.
There were a lot of things I don't feel like I fully 'get' as yet but there were also a lot of things that resonated as true even though I generally think of myself as empowered. I definitely plan to reread it again. Try sticking it out to the end even if you feel a little uncomfortable at first.
There were a lot of things I don't feel like I fully 'get' as yet but there were also a lot of things that resonated as true even though I generally think of myself as empowered. I definitely plan to reread it again. Try sticking it out to the end even if you feel a little uncomfortable at first.
5 stars for telling me to cup my pussy and ask “her” for advice about important issues.
I would give this negative stars if I could. Oh, Regena.
The whole book was so… UGH, but nothing pissed me off more than the ~I love my trans friends~ note in the foreword WHILE REGENA MADE ABSOLUTELY ZERO EFFORT to use ANY gender inclusive language throughout the entire book!!!!!!!
Repeatedly writing out “he or she,” “his or hers,” and so on after such a statement when one could so incredibly easily use “they” is just ridiculous. That’s one of the simplest examples I could pull out of my head without looking at this nauseating book again, although it is certainly not the only instance of a clear lack of effort in regard to writing a book that actually possesses some form of inclusivity after a blatantly performative “I’m not like the other White FeministsTM” statement… The TERF energy is palpable.
Further, suggesting that individuals get themselves into ludicrous amounts of debt in order to get to a place of knowing oneself has to be the stupidest thing I’ve ever read. I can guarantee you, you do not need to drop three grand on a dress be more in tune with your pussy, folks.
Lastly (not because I don’t have more to groan about but because I cannot fathom expending more brain energy on this sad excuse of stringed together words), it felt like one gigantic advertisement for Regena’s pussy school and, in my humble opinion, provided little to no concrete information pertaining to the book’s overarching point.
The whole book was so… UGH, but nothing pissed me off more than the ~I love my trans friends~ note in the foreword WHILE REGENA MADE ABSOLUTELY ZERO EFFORT to use ANY gender inclusive language throughout the entire book!!!!!!!
Repeatedly writing out “he or she,” “his or hers,” and so on after such a statement when one could so incredibly easily use “they” is just ridiculous. That’s one of the simplest examples I could pull out of my head without looking at this nauseating book again, although it is certainly not the only instance of a clear lack of effort in regard to writing a book that actually possesses some form of inclusivity after a blatantly performative “I’m not like the other White FeministsTM” statement… The TERF energy is palpable.
Further, suggesting that individuals get themselves into ludicrous amounts of debt in order to get to a place of knowing oneself has to be the stupidest thing I’ve ever read. I can guarantee you, you do not need to drop three grand on a dress be more in tune with your pussy, folks.
Lastly (not because I don’t have more to groan about but because I cannot fathom expending more brain energy on this sad excuse of stringed together words), it felt like one gigantic advertisement for Regena’s pussy school and, in my humble opinion, provided little to no concrete information pertaining to the book’s overarching point.
I can see clearly that this book would absolutely be a revelation and a revolution for so many women in my life!
I am so glad to finally be done w this book! While i think there is some wisdom lying in these pages and it reminded me of my own inherent magic and the importance of connecting with our pleasure, so much of this book is poorly written, re exerting gender norms and gender essentialism- something that is so dangerous in a world where there is an active genocide of trans and queer peoples. Really the essential point of this book is to get in touch with your pleasure, boost your self esteem, appreciate the magic of being alive and the power you have, and creating a supportive community. While all of this is good and even radical in a sense, the language used is problematic and reductive. Most of the lessons taught in this book i have already learned through attending psychotherapy, pelvic PT, engaging in mindfulness practice, and being present with my feelings. I did enjoy reconnecting with the power and magic that women are, but again i think the language could have been used differently, as a lot of what she's saying walks a fine line between female empowerment and TERFism. You can tell that the author is a millionaire who barely attempts to make this relatable to a working class woman— suggesting to buy a $5,000 dress to live your inner goddess and manifest money. The only people I can see truly engaging with this text are upper class boomer white women -- good for them, I’m sure they also are in need of a new pleasure centered mindset that allows them to follow their dreams. However, if a text that is supposed to be radical and empowering cannot be relatable and accessible to ALL kinds of women, how radical is it? Texts like this further light the fire of transphobia and the language used is problematic. A person doesn’t need to have a vulva to be a woman, nor do they need to even be a woman to access the “feminine power” that is so discussed in this book Also it was incredibly unorganized, stories she had begun to tell in the first chapter were all of a sudden finished in the middle of the book.
I enjoyed reading this book, and definitely learned and grew a lot from it. It helped me with new insights and perspectives in many ways. However, it was disappointing to see the lack of inclusion regarding the many different identities surrounding womanhood and femininity. Besides a very minuscule amount of references, it failed to emphasize the very prominent event that...not all women prefer partners who are men. I look forward to learning more about Regena Thomashauer and her work, as she has hopefully evolved towards more inclusive language, examples, and “homework” ideas that highlight the beautiful, powerful diversity in being a woman.
I enjoyed some parts of the book but mostly found myself wanting to get it over with. Though the author states that "turn on" is not inherently sexual, she tends to reference sexual actions when talking about it. She also mentions the book in for anyone who identifies as a women then proceeds to exclusively discuss cis heterosexual relationships while occasionally adding in she or he as if she almost forgot she was supposed to be speaking to all women not just heterosexual women. She also spoke a lot about her life and I wanted to hear more about other people's experiences in the program.
The thing I did enjoy about the book were the assignments. They actually seemed helpful for the most part and some of them I may start to include in my daily life.
Over all though I think I could find similar tips through a Google search and didn't think the book was worth reading over all.
The thing I did enjoy about the book were the assignments. They actually seemed helpful for the most part and some of them I may start to include in my daily life.
Over all though I think I could find similar tips through a Google search and didn't think the book was worth reading over all.
I loved the premise of reclaiming 'pussy', and your relationship with your sexuality. Undoubtedly focused on a binary audience of ciswomen, it does have strong points on reclaiming your relationship to yourself and your sexuality and understanding that sex is nothing to be ashamed off. If you've already done that though, it might be limited how much you can get out of it. Thomashauer target audience is probably ciswomen in their 40's or older, and they would probably find it inspirational.
*I received an ARC from Netgalley, the review is my own opinion*
*I received an ARC from Netgalley, the review is my own opinion*
"Just as pussy is the source of all human life, pussy is the source of each woman's connection to her own life force, her voice, and her sense of internal power. When a woman turns on her pussy, she is actually turning on her life force and connecting to her divinity."
I am enamored by Ms. Thomashauer's bravery in providing our community with such a message and giving it a proper name, Pussy: A Reclamation. Her words are a spring board for my own pleasure-seeking journey.
I am enamored by Ms. Thomashauer's bravery in providing our community with such a message and giving it a proper name, Pussy: A Reclamation. Her words are a spring board for my own pleasure-seeking journey.