The Everything Tantric Sex Book

by Dempsey, Bobbi

• ISBN13: 9781598693263
• ISBN10: 1598693263
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-08-01
• Publisher: Adams Media Corp

Summary

Emerging from the ancient Asian tradition known as Tantra-which shares some similarities with yoga-Tantric sex is about the flow and exchange of energy, the movement of life. The Everything[Registered] Tantric Sex Book unveils the origins, history, development, and practices of this esoteric tradition, showing you how to harness what many Tantrics believe to be the most powerful energy-sexual energy. Author Bobbi Dempsey, a contributing editor to Penthouse, shows you how to manipulate this energy and increase intimacy and pleasure between you and your partner. Add spice to your sex life with: Erotic rituals, Techniques on how to maximize several types of orgasms, Foreplay talk that can be interspersed throughout the day, Simple ways to create a sensual space, Links to Tantric workshops, Guidance on how to master Tantric and Kama Sutra positions, Tips on breathing and energy flow for prolonged ecstacy. With The Everything[Registered] Tantric Sex Book, you'll become a knowledgeable, artful lover in no time! Book jacket.

Author Biography

Bobbi Dempsey is a member of the American Society of Journalists and Authors

Table of Contents

Top Ten Reasons Why You Should Practice Tantric Sex	p. xii
Introduction	p. xiii
Tantric Sex 101	p. 1
What Does Tantra Mean?	p. 2
The Basic Idea	p. 3
Tantra's Bad Reputation	p. 4
Why Westerners Need It	p. 5
Is It All about Sex?	p. 6
Neo-Tantra: What It Is and Isn't	p. 9
Tantra in the Modern World	p. 12
History of Tantric Sex	p. 15
The Roots of Tantra	p. 16
Tantric Buddhism	p. 17
The Siddhas	p. 19
Tantra's Dark Period	p. 19
Taoist Traditions	p. 20
Kama Sutra and Tantra	p. 22
Nineteenth-and Twentieth-Century Revival	p. 23
Important Figures in Tantric History	p. 24
Tantric Symbols	p. 25
Tantric Terms	p. 27
The Spiritual Side of Tantra	p. 29
Why Spirit Is Important in Tantra	p. 30
Spirituality Versus Religion	p. 30
Making a Connection Is Crucial	p. 32
Consciousness and Tantra	p. 34
Important Tantric Teachings	p. 37
Understanding the Orgasm	p. 39
Introduction to Orgasms	p. 40
The Four Stages of Sexual Response	p. 40
Orgasm Basics	p. 43
Multiple Orgasms	p. 44
Dry Orgasms	p. 44
Orgasm Facts and Fallacies	p. 45
Orgasms in Men	p. 47
Orgasms in Women	p. 47
Full-Body Orgasm	p. 50
Simultaneous Orgasms	p. 51
Enhancing Orgasms	p. 51
Benefits of Orgasm	p. 52
Getting Started	p. 53
Are You Really Ready?	p. 54
The First Steps	p. 55
What Are Your Needs?	p. 56
Advice from the Experts	p. 58
Singles	p. 58
Couples	p. 60
Yoga, Exercise, and Meditation	p. 65
Breathing Basics	p. 66
Tantric Yoga	p. 67
The Benefits of Yoga	p. 68
Solo Yoga Moves	p. 68
Couples Yoga	p. 71
Why Exercise Is Important	p. 73
Meditation Basics	p. 73
Health (Ayurveda)	p. 75
The Importance of Environment: A Sensual Space	p. 77
Why Space Matters	p. 78
What You Will Need	p. 79
Essentials of the Perfect Sacred Space	p. 80
Feng Shui and Vastu	p. 84
Tips from an Expert	p. 86
Massages, Oils, and Baths	p. 89
Massage Basics	p. 90
Sensual and Erotic Massage	p. 92
Facial Massage	p. 93
Sexual Massage	p. 94
The Bath Ritual	p. 97
Oils	p. 99
Foreplay	p. 103
What Is Foreplay?	p. 104
The Importance of Foreplay	p. 105
Types of Foreplay	p. 105
Foreplay Talk	p. 112
Twenty-Four-Hour-a-Day Foreplay Ideas	p. 114
Singles and Safe Sex: Fun with Foreplay	p. 114
Foreplay Dos and Don'ts	p. 115
Kama Sutra and Sexual Positions	p. 117
The Kama Sutra	p. 118
Man on Top	p. 119
Woman on Top	p. 122
Rear Facing	p. 123
Standing	p. 125
The Benefits of Basic Positions	p. 126
Woman on Top Variations	p. 127
Sitting Positions	p. 129
Rear-Facing Variations	p. 132
Other Positions	p. 133
Advanced Positions	p. 137
Why Try New Positions?	p. 138
More Esoteric Positions	p. 138
Challenging Positions	p. 140
Oral Sex Positions	p. 141
Anal Sex Positions	p. 144
New Environments	p. 146
Position-Assisting Furniture	p. 148
Positions for Conceiving	p. 148
Positions During Pregnancy	p. 149
Rituals and Ceremonies	p. 151
Personal Rituals	p. 152
Tantric Rituals	p. 152
Modern Western Rituals	p. 155
Sex Rituals in Other Religions	p. 156
The Basics of Rituals	p. 157
The Basic Secret Rite	p. 158
The Rite of the Five Essentials	p. 160
Chakra Puja	p. 161
Chakras	p. 163
Origins of Chakras	p. 164
Understanding Chakras	p. 165
Chakras and Energy	p. 170
Opening Chakras	p. 171
Tibetan Chakras	p. 171
Influencing Chakras	p. 172
Getting Your Chakras in Sync as a Couple	p. 172
The Tantric Way of Life	p. 175
Bring Tantra into Your Entire Life	p. 176
Make Tantra a Way of Life	p. 177
Treat People Right	p. 179
Embrace a New Outlook on Life	p. 180
Accept Your Newfound Openness	p. 180
Share Tantric Teachings with Others	p. 182
Monogamy and Safe Sex	p. 185
Monogamy Basics	p. 186
Couple as Guru	p. 188
Truth and Vulnerability	p. 188
Safe Sex	p. 189
Making Monogamy Exciting	p. 192
Monogamy Versus Polyamory	p. 193
Toys, Props, and Extras	p. 197
Toys and Their Role in Tantra	p. 198
Introducing Toys to the Bedroom	p. 198
Types of Sex Toys	p. 201
Props	p. 206
Clothing	p. 206
Food and Wine	p. 207
Buying Sex Toys	p. 209
Books and Videos	p. 211
Choosing Resources That Are Right for You	p. 212
Books	p. 212
Videos	p. 214
Video Reluctance	p. 216
Adjuncts to Workshops	p. 219
Using These Materials to Learn	p. 219
Setting Aside the Time Needed	p. 221
Sex-ercises	p. 223
Getting In Shape Together	p. 224
Visualization	p. 226
Kegel Exercises	p. 226
Pompoir	p. 229
Dance and Movement	p. 230
Pelvic Thrusts	p. 231
Especially for Her	p. 235
Women as Goddesses	p. 236
Treat Her Like the Goddess She Is	p. 237
Treat Yourself as the Goddess You Are	p. 238
The Art of Dressing	p. 240
Become Even More Open and Orgasmic	p. 241
Enhancing Her Pleasure	p. 244
Increasing Libido	p. 245
Especially for Him	p. 247
Men as Gods	p. 248
Ejaculation Mastery	p. 249
Male Multiple Orgasm	p. 251
The Nine Types of Male Movement	p. 252
Premature Ejaculation	p. 253
Erectile Dysfunction	p. 255
Increasing Libido	p. 257
Enhancing Male Pleasure	p. 258
Tantra Workshops and Classes	p. 261
Why Take a Workshop?	p. 262
Who You Are and What You Need	p. 262
Finding Classes or Workshops	p. 266
Interviewing a Potential Teacher	p. 267
Do Your Research	p. 268
Maximum Benefit Before and After the Workshop	p. 270
Things to Keep in Mind	p. 271
Tantra for Special Categories of People	p. 275
Who Is Tantra For?	p. 276
Different Age Groups	p. 276
Different Lifestyles	p. 279
Physical Characteristics	p. 280
Psychological and Emotional Issues	p. 283
Glossary	p. 285
Tantric Facts and Fallacies	p. 290
Resources	p. 292
Index	p. 298
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