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http://conscioussensuality.com/about/founder/ <br /> hfp://conscioussensuality.com/conscious-sensuality-robert-silber/ <br /> While many of his claims may have some or even significant merit, the question is do all those <br /> claims around sex actually have merit but he does not offer a scientific defense (perhaps we <br /> missed in some materials somewhere) but we just haven't had enough time to properly explore <br /> his body of work but believe the County should have some concerns that have not been <br /> addressed. Certainly some of his views on sex are strongly contrary to various beliefs held in <br /> Hawaii and also arguably anything that the Special Use Permit structure contemplates. But that <br /> is potentially irrelevant and particularly so if he does not act on it as Robert is entitled to believe <br /> what he wants and largely personally act as he chooses as long as doesn't break the law or <br /> harm others. We are not trying to argue he is evil or anything, but what if he is well intended but <br /> seriously misguided on these sex issues. Is he selling the equivalent of hydroxycloroquine to <br /> COVID suffers? Is this really wellness? Should the County facilitate this with a Special Use <br /> permit? Another question is whether he is willing to impose any of such beliefs on others. <br /> Arguably there are elements of the HER community agreements and volunteer agreements or <br /> housing agreements which suggest some imposition as it relates to nudity. But suppose you <br /> can excuse that, where does it end? We admit that their aspects related to his sexual teaching <br /> that we cannot judge, but doesn't someone with knowledge need to assess this before the <br /> County adopts the position that whatever someone wants to call Tantra or Wellness is <br /> considered eco-tourism. Back to Robert: <br /> Robert's August 30, 2019 FB Post (highlighting added to emphasize key considerations): <br /> Aloha all, I have been reflecting more and want to share. I am very grateful to have received so <br /> much support from everyone and to have received honest feedback. <br /> First I want to acknowledge that I have been undiscerning in my sexuality. I have been sexual <br /> with people sometimes without deep clarity and love. I have not always been as sensitive to <br /> other's emotions as I would like. I take responsibility for my actions and I apologize for anyone <br /> who feels upset by any interaction with me. I am willing to listen, to read, to mediate and <br /> ho'oponopono with anyone who wants to. <br /> I also think that my own desire for freedom, for love, for pleasure and for acceptance and <br /> appreciation led me to be sexual with people. While this is natural and understanding, sexuality <br /> is not a substitute for personal healing. I am grateful for those who have shared how our <br /> interactions have affected them, both positively and negatively. I came from a place of fear, <br /> shame and guilt and have been working on myself my whole life. I am wounded and have made <br /> mistakes in my journey to wholeness and consciousness. <br /> One of my mistakes was to believe that just because i needed sexual liberation and freedom that <br /> others desired it as well or that a more open sexuality would be beneficial for them as well. This <br /> was a projection based on my wounding which became a filter that affected how I perceive <br />