The Everything Tantric Sex Book
by Dempsey, BobbiFormat: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2007-08-01
Publisher(s): Adams Media Corp
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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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