Not quite the realm of Marvin Gaye, but Tantra does have an important place in sexual healing.
The words tantra, tantric practices, conjure up images of lovers entwined in mind bending positions, endless lovemaking and excessive debauchery.
Oh no! In reality 'tantra' is simply a spiritual practice through which our natural sexual energy stored in our bodies and the spirit is awakened and channelled through the body for union with lover and the cosmos or divine.
Tantric practices such as tantric massage, sex and visualisations, and breathing all encourage this energy to build, power up and circulate around the body.
Most of us carry some kind of baggage, pain, memories from life experiences or relationships which have affected us in some way.
These issues will be carried around throughout our lives and in our relationships unless expressed and released.
By clearing these obstacles you open yourself to experience more energy and happiness, more connection with lover and a deeper connection with the world and universe.
However what people don't often realise is that tantra and tantric touch can be a powerful tool for healing and intimacy with yourself and between your self and lover.
A healing touch or massage session doesn't necessarily require a partner.
You can pleasure, connect and get intimacy and healing with yourself.
A few points to keep in mind: When practicing tantric healing touch or Tantric Massage, your sensual environment is very important.
Create a comfortable and sensual environment to help relax and awaken your senses dulled by stress and unhappiness.
If you in a relationship, set aside 5-10 minutes at the beginning of the Tantric Touching to connect with your lover.
Gaze into their eyes visualising a connection between your heart and theirs, i.
e.
pink heart energy between yourselves in a circuit.
Decide on your time frame, and who will be the giver and receiver of the tantric touch or massage.
Treat your lover like the divine - focus on him and her, their pleasure, bearing in mind that there is no goal or rush.
Use slow and deliberate touch, channelled energy around the body, Visualize healing energy from your hands soothing body and spirit.
Allow any emotions to arise and release.
Rest with lover afterwards.
If you are on your own - the same principles apply.
Imagine heart energy circulating around your body, dissolving any pain or discomfort, and any negative feelings you may have about yourself or parts of your body.
Imagine your body glowing and pulsating with this wonderful heart energy.
Now is the time to allow sexual healing into your life and relationship, and experience whole body connection and bliss.