Sexuality is part of each person’s personality, it is a basic need and an aspect of the human being that cannot be separated from other aspects of life. Sexuality is not synonymous with coitus (sexual intercourse) and is not limited to the occurrence or not of orgasm.
Sexuality is the energy that motivates us to find love, contact and intimacy and is expressed in the way people feel, in their movements, and how they touch and are touched. Sexuality influences thoughts, feelings, actions and interactions and, therefore, physical and mental health. If health is a fundamental human right, sexual health should also be considered a basic human right.
Understanding Tantra
Tantra is a complex and multifaceted spiritual system that can include meditation, rituals, and other practices designed to expand consciousness, transcend dualities, and ultimately achieve spiritual enlightenment. The word “Tantra” itself means “loom” or “weaving,” reflecting the idea of weaving together different aspects of existence, including the physical, mental, and spiritual.
Tantra and Sexuality
In Tantra, sexuality is not seen as something to be suppressed or avoided but as a powerful and sacred force that can be harnessed for spiritual growth. The sexual union is considered a symbolic and literal merging of masculine and feminine energies, often referred to as Shiva (the masculine) and Shakti (the feminine). This union can lead to a state of bliss and transcendence, allowing practitioners to experience oneness with the universe.
The benefits to explore Tantra
The beneficial aspects are many, however, it is best known as a profound healing tool and is renowned for its ability to remove sexual and energetic blockages. By doing so, a person can experience a remodeling of their entire being, and be awakened to a heightened level of health and well-being, an ability to love more deeply, an increase in pleasure and orgasmic potential, as well as spiritual fulfillment.
Tantra is not just massage
This sacred practice is not just a common form or branch of massage. It is indeed unique because it embodies the tantric essence of energy. When skillfully incorporated into a massage this universal force, the healing potential increases exponentially and the results or effects multiply. It can touch the deepest layers and aspects of a human being.
Authentic Tantra massage
According to scientist Wilhelm Reich, our emotions, traumas, and blockages are recorded in the first layer of our muscles, including forgotten memories, such as the memory of our birth. Through practices such as tantric massage, we can awaken dormant regions of our body, bringing these records to the surface, thus freeing ourselves from emotional pain that prevents us from following our dreams and achieving our goals. Hence the importance of touch in Tantra.
Key aspects of sexual Tantra include:
Sacred Sexuality: Tantra views sexual energy as sacred and a gateway to higher states of consciousness. Sexual acts are often ritualized and infused with spiritual significance.
Balance of Energies: Tantra emphasizes the balance of masculine and feminine energies within individuals and between partners. The union of these energies in sexual practice is believed to lead to spiritual awakening.
Mindfulness and Presence: Sexual Tantra involves deep mindfulness and presence during intimate moments. Practitioners are encouraged to be fully aware of their sensations, emotions, and thoughts, creating a deep connection between partners.
Breath Control and Energy Circulation: Techniques such as controlled breathing and the conscious movement of energy (often referred to as “prana” or “kundalini”) through the body are essential in Tantra. These practices help in intensifying pleasure and deepening spiritual connection.
Non-Attachment: While pleasure is embraced in Tantra, practitioners are also taught to detach from the desire for pleasure itself. This non-attachment allows them to transcend the physical and experience the spiritual dimensions of sexuality.
Misconceptions and Modern Interpretations
In modern times, Tantra has been commercialized and often reduced to “Tantric sex,” focusing predominantly on prolonging sexual pleasure. While these aspects can be part of Tantric practice, they represent only a small fraction of what Tantra truly is. Authentic Tantric traditions emphasize spiritual growth and the integration of all aspects of life, with sexuality being just one part of a much larger whole.
The Role of Tantra in Relationships
Tantric practices can enhance intimacy and connection between partners by fostering a deep sense of presence, trust, and mutual respect. Through Tantra, couples can explore their sexuality in a more conscious, spiritual, and loving manner, potentially leading to a more fulfilling and meaningful relationship.
The relationship between sexuality and Tantra is profound, offering a path where sexual energy is not only acknowledged but revered as a means to achieve greater spiritual enlightenment. By integrating the physical, emotional, and spiritual, Tantra offers a holistic approach to understanding and experiencing sexuality as a sacred aspect of life.
When combined, somatic sexology and womb medicine create a holistic approach to sexual and reproductive health, often empowering individuals to reclaim their bodies, heal from trauma, and foster a deeper connection with their own sexuality and creative life force. This integrative practice can be particularly beneficial for those dealing with issues like sexual dysfunction, menstrual irregularities, fertility challenges, or trauma related to childbirth, sexual abuse or abortion.
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