Cat Lantigua: becoming a published author, being a community conduit, and discovering how celibacy unlocks new levels of creativity

meet Cat Lantigua (she/her): the Dominican-American first-time author, facilitator, community conduit, and so much more. in this in depth, multifaceted interview, Cat shares her journey from her origins in the Bronx, NY to becoming a community leader and founder through her work with Goddess Council® through present day where she exists bi-coastally between Mexico City and New York architecting soulful connections and fostering intentional communities both online and IRL.

we discuss what it means to be a community conduit, the challenges of burnout, and the necessity of deep, meaningful connections in a world that often prioritizes superficial interactions and is facing a daunting loneliness epidemic. Cat also truthfully unpacks the power of celibacy in enhancing creativity, while also reflecting on the wisdom of elders and the importance of showing up for one another in community.

available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple and more.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Cat Lantigua and Her Journey

04:10 Cat's Origin Story and Early Influences

12:43 The Birth of Goddess Council® and Community Building

22:45 The Concept of Being a Conduit for Healing

35:15 The Importance of Authentic Community

44:54 Navigating Burnout and Self-Care Practices

51:12 Celibacy and Creativity: A Personal Journey

01:01:00 Lessons from Elders and Community Practices

01:10:58 The Loneliness Epidemic and the Need for Connection

01:17:50 Conclusion and Future Endeavors

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• follow Cat on her creative journey and her podcast, Chats with Cat
• purchase her brand new book, “Build It and They Will Come: A Guide to Architecting Intentional Community” or at an independent bookstore near you
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CREDITS:

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH, founder of Saddie Baddies®

produced by: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.

cover art & photography: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.