✍️ Author Biography
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⭐ Known for: The Art of Sexual Ecstasy (1989)
Margot Anand is a French author and teacher known for introducing tantra and Neotantra to the West.
Born July 27, 1944, Margot Anand is a French writer, educator, and public speaker recognized for her work in the field of tantra. She holds a degree from the Sorbonne in Paris. Initially pursuing a career in journalism, she covered American popular culture for French publications. Following this, Anand dedicated a significant period to studying tantric practices and related disciplines, with Osho Rajneesh being her teacher in India during the late 1970s.
Anand began teaching tantra at Osho's ashram in Pune. She is credited as one of the first individuals to bring tantra and Neotantra to a wider audience in both Europe and the United States. She developed a practice known as "SkyDancing Tantra." Additionally, she has collaborated with Deepak Chopra, teaching at his seminars, and has also participated in Dean Ornish's retreats for individuals with heart conditions.
Early Life and Education
Margot Anand was born on July 27, 1944. Her upbringing involved both Protestant and Russian Orthodox influences, with her being raised in the Orthodox tradition. She pursued higher education at the Sorbonne in Paris, where she earned her degree. Her early professional path led her into journalism, focusing on the American pop culture scene for various French magazines.
Introduction to Tantra and Public Teaching
After her initial career in journalism, Margot Anand withdrew from public life to undertake an extensive period of study focused on tantra and its associated disciplines. During the late 1970s, she studied tantra in India, with Osho Rajneesh serving as her teacher. She commenced her teaching career at Osho's ashram located in Pune. Anand subsequently gained recognition for her role in popularizing tantra and Neotantra among a broad public in Europe and the United States, becoming a pioneering educator in this area.
SkyDancing Tantra and Collaborations
Margot Anand developed a specific tantric practice she named "SkyDancing Tantra," which is presented as a method for engaging with tantric principles. Her work has also involved collaborations with other well-known figures in wellness and spirituality. For several years, she served as adjunct faculty for Deepak Chopra, contributing to his seminars and conferences. Furthermore, she has taught at the annual retreats organized by Dean Ornish, which are designed for patients managing heart conditions.
Key Ideas
- Introduction of Tantra and Neotantra to a Western audience
- Development of SkyDancing Tantra practice
- Focus on sexual ecstasy and its integration into daily life