“THIS MYTH HAS BEEN IMPORTANT TO ME SINCE THE 80S, AS A WAY OF KNOWING MYSELF AND THE TIMES THAT I LIVE IN, HELPING ME TO ACCESS VOICES THAT HAVE BEEN SILENCED, RIDICULED, DEMONIZED, AND HELPING ME FIND WORTH IN THOSE VOICES, TAKING FROM THEM WHAT I NEED AND FINALLY SHARING IT WITH OTHERS.”
– OLYMPIA DUKAKIS, WORKSHOP FOUNDER AND ACADEMY AWARD WINNER
I am a self-described snarky millennial woman who can be skeptical of all things “woo” that come with living in Los Angeles.
Thankfully, a dear, trusted friend recommended this workshop to me and and I first encountered it with an open heart and mind.
I’ve found the workshop to be a checkpoint that enables me to really dig within and encounter myself for all who I am- the good, the bad, the ugly, the misshapen, the hurt, the beautiful. There is something so deeply personal and yet also universal about the ancient Inanna myth that Desirée draws out for participants. The myth and the Goddess are both innately feminine in their totality, that is, they are not defined in relation to the masculine, but rather, as an independent and divine force all their own. As long as Des is convening this workshop and I am in town, I will be there.”
– Danielle Halvorson
Feminine energy is powerful and eternal. Within a supportive, communal space, each participant releases the residue of oppression and invites her own truth. This workshop is where I go to feel more like myself, to ignite the spark behind my eyes and remember the strength of my ancestors. I always leave feeling hopeful, inspired, and witnessed. Desirée is an authentic, nurturing facilitator who leads by example. She creates a space of shared safety, respect and courage. It is a gift to learn from her.”
– Julia Belanova
“The workshop was much gentler and more profound than I expected.”
– Jen Sims
“The introduction and exploration of the Inanna Myth changed my life. It gave me communities of women who were passionately interested in the pursuit of wholeness and self-knowledge. I’m so pleased to see that Desirée and Elizabeth have picked up the torch. Blaze on!”
-Leslie Ayvazian, co- founder
“The Inanna Workshops have changed the way I experience myself and my life. I have more of myself to be alive with, greater access to all of me. It takes dedicated, compassionate, strong, and playful women to guide others through their own Inanna experience, women like Desirée and Liz. They can handle it!! My gratitude, love and respect for them is wide as the sea…”
-LeeAnne Hutchison
“Life- changing.”
-Ellen O’Neill
“These two women have continued the great work of the four of might. They lovingly, clearly and safely guide you to greater self-revelation, personal insight and work that informs your life for richer experiences. Lastly, there are important bonds formed within the group that guide your head and heart along the way.”
-Marilyn Lucchi
“The Inanna Workshop is a completely immersive, transformative, emotional journey that ultimately can lead to higher self-awareness, powerful inner strength, an unburdening of the heart and a lightness of one’s being. It’s time shared in a safe environment, with unbelievably beautiful women who see you, all of you, as you deserve to be seen and reflect who you truly are back to you, giving you a keener, more lovable approach to yourself. Olympia, Leslie, Joan and now, thankfully Desirée and Liz who are continuing this experience, have gifts that they are willing to share with women. Accept them. You will grow in ways you never imagined. “
-Anthoula Katsimatides
