Sacred Sexuality

Sacred sexuality aims to approach sex as a spiritual practice and a way for people to connect with themselves, their partners, and something sacred or divine. In sacred sexuality, sex is seen as an expression of life force or divine energy. Practitioners of sacred sexuality may see sex as transformative and spiritual, rather than just physical. This practice involves cultivating presence and and intention. It focuses on mindfulness, slowing down, and being present during sex (whether alone or with a partner.) It can be used to deepen intimacy with a partner, expand pleasure, and heal from shame or trauma. Many also see it as a way to connect sex to spiritual meaning. Sacred sexuality is often approached through tantric sex practices or other traditional practices like Taoist or neo-pagan sexual practices. These include things like: - Breathwork: Coordinating breath to deepen arousal and connection. - Eye gazing: Maintaining prolonged eye contact as a way to heighten intimacy. - Chakra work: Using touch, visualization, or sound to awaken energy centers in the body. - Ritual: Creating sacred space with candles, symbols, or intention-setting before erotic play. - Mindful touch: Slow, attentive, often whole-body touch as meditation. - Orgasmic energy: Exploring orgasm not just as climax, but as waves of energy that can be extended or channeled. ### Origins of the Term Sacred sexuality as it's practiced today is believed to stem from several ancient spiritual practices, including Tantra, Taoist sexuality, Greek and Roman traditions, and pagan traditions. In the Middle Ages, much of sacred sexuality went underground in the West as Christianity framed sex as primarily for procreation. The notion of sex and spiritual and divine emerged again in the 1960s and '70s as Eastern philosophies became popular in the West. ### Related Activities - Neotantra - Yoni Massage - Lingam Massage - Energy Play - Sex Witch - Sacred Play