Fearlessly Embracing Aging with Authenticity & Sensuality
with Maria DiSalvo (S5 | E177)

[Tessa] In this episode of The Open Nesters Podcast, we dive into the vibrant life of Maria DiSalvo, whose journey exemplifies the essence of being an open nester.

With her children grown and launched into their own lives, Maria embodies the philosophy of embracing new adventures, relationships, and passions that come with this transformative stage. Our conversation serves as an engaging introduction to our Love and Sexuality Month, exploring the personal and societal narratives surrounding intimacy and self-discovery.

Authenticity & Sensuality

Maria shares how her life has flourished since becoming an open nester, painting a vivid picture of her remarkable path toward rediscovering her sensuality and sexuality. She navigates through the evolution of her personal identity after divorce, revealing the joys and challenges she faced during and after menopause. Her dedication to exploring these topics through education and practice underscores a profound understanding of the human experience, offering insights that resonate deeply with listeners ready to embark on their own journeys of self-exploration.

Time Code

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  1:04 Meet Maria DiSalvo
  
  
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  7:10 Understanding Self-Pleasure
  
  
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  16:16 Facilitating Change in Others
  
  
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  22:48 Parenting and Open Conversations
  
  
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  29:53 Conclusion and Community
  
  

Throughout our discussion, Maria highlights the significance of communication in relationships, especially regarding sexual intimacy. With a wealth of experience in practices such as Tantra, she has developed a unique perspective on the energetic connection that can exist between partners. She emphasizes the importance of understanding personal desires and needs, mentioning how this awareness can transform not only individual pleasure but also acts of intimacy into deeper connections. The candid examples she shares about her encounters and practices are both enlightening and inspiring, showcasing her holistic approach to relationships built on mutual respect and understanding.

Maria’s advocacy for the idea that sexuality does not diminish with age stands at the forefront. She encourages other open nesters to embrace their evolving desires and to delve deep into what excites them.

Maria shares her journey of consciousness — from understanding her body to practicing self-love and acceptance — Maria inspires listeners to explore their bodies and minds, breaking free from societal expectations and taboos that often surround this stage of life.

The episode also touches on the fascinating dynamic of Maria’s relationship with her adult children, who navigate their own paths of love and intimacy around their mother’s choices. This unique generational discourse provides a refreshing perspective on how open communication about sexuality can foster understanding and growth within families. Maria’s openness with her children about her lifestyle challenges traditional views and cultivates a space where healthy conversation around relationships thrives.

Let’s Wrap Up

The resounding message from Maria’s experience is to say yes to life, to curiosity, and to the vast possibilities that come with our evolving identities as open nesters. Her story transcends mere advice; it invites everyone, irrespective of age, to find joy in their authenticity and to reach for the full spectrum of human experiences, especially in love and sexuality.

Resources for You

We want to provide you with support and many many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness, relationship fluidity in the empty nest, and other topics of interest:

Open Nesters Resource Page

The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group

About Tessa

Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.

Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program, and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.

Her offerings are based on her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature.  If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open-hearted lives.

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What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE…

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• Adventure
  
• Freedom of Expression
  
• Exploration and Fun
  
• Body Movement
  
• New circles of friends
  
• Deep love relationships