RADIANCE: Liberating Women from Patriarchy, Colonization & Oppression with Elise Brenner

In the last interview of the Radiance Series focussing on women's health and Reiki, hosts Carrie, Michaela, and Bronwen converse with special guest Elise Brenner, founder of Brenner Reiki Healing. The discussion delves deep into the cultural and structural challenges women face globally, particularly focusing on health disparities influenced by gender roles and societal constructs. Elise shares her insights on how historical agricultural practices have led to patriarchal control over women's bodies, and how these influences persist today. They also explore how Reiki and mind-body practices can empower women to develop critical consciousness and liberate themselves from internalized gender expectations. Additionally, they discuss the barriers preventing women from accessing such practices and offer solutions for making mind-body healing more equitable.00:00 Introduction to Gender-Specific Health Challenges01:57 Welcome to the Reiki Women Podcast02:07 Elise Brenner's Background and Expertise03:06 Historical Context of Gender Inequality04:34 Impact of Agriculture on Women's Bodies07:33 Control Over Women's Bodies and Patriarchy09:38 Framework for Women's Healing19:09 Reiki Practice and Gender Expectations19:59 The Fourth Precept and Internalized Gender Roles25:04 The Role of Anger and Worry in Healing34:53 Clear Thinking and Critical Consciousness35:50 Unique Patterns of Stress in Women39:11 Fear and Hyperarousal in Women41:22 Impact of Societal Stress on Health42:54 Holistic Health and Social Determinants44:33 Personal Reflections on Stress and Health46:58 Barriers to Wellness Practices49:39 Community-Based Solutions for Wellness53:47 Reiki and Mindfulness in Healing01:02:12 Decentralizing Wellness and Future Visions01:08:08 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsGuest:Elise Brenner: https://www.brennerreikihealing.org/Hosts:Bronwen Logan: https://ReikiwithBronwen.comCarrie Varela: https://www.reikihealingsociety.comMichaela Daystar: http://HeartscapesInsight.comWe now have our own email! [email protected] own RWP Group discussion: Embodying Reiki  / 1564135767437136Support the show