Tantric Sex for Women: A Guide for Lesbian, Bi, Hetero, and Solo Lovers

by Christa Schulte

TANTRIC SEX FOR WOMEN is the first woman-focused tantric sex book to be published in the US. It has an inclusive, empowering feminist approach that embraces all women. Written first for women who love women, it also explains how every woman, heterosexual, bisexual or solo, can use the information and exercises to suit her situation.

Sex is an art that has to be learned. TANTRIC SEX FOR WOMEN encourages women to playfully engage in their sexuality and to cultivate their sensuality. The introduction gives the basics of "Tara"-tantra, a woman's tantra created by the author and named for the Tibetan goddess of peace and protection. This is followed by numerous exercises for women to help them
** hone their sensuality
** enhance their sensitivity
** intensify their feelings
** remove possible stumbling blocks to a fulfilling sexual experience
** strengthen their sexual self-confidence
** add relish to their encounters
** improve their relationship skills
** explore the spiritual dimension of their sexuality

These exercises make up the heart of the book: 20 solo introductory exercises, 17 exercises for pairs, 5 massage exercises, 6 transformation rituals for pairs, 6 love games for pairs and 3 solo meditation exercises.

This book contains a variety of tips for the small ecstasies in everyday life as well as sensual/sexual exercises to do with the one you love. As the author explains, to embrace tantric sex you only need:
** time for yourself
** childlike curiosity
** an adolescent joy in experimenting
** adult longings

This book contains crucial information for women of every sexual orientation interested in fulfilling their sexual and sensual potential.

Table of contents:

Part I:Introduction to Tantra
1. Gaining Female Knowledge about Female Desire
2. Knowing Your Own Experience and Taking It Seriously
3. Getting Into a Relationship Means Being in Love
4. Arriving at Home in Your Own Body

Part II:Playing and Practicing
5. Ways to Tune In
6. "Sex Starts in the Head" - and that's where the first stumbling blocks are, too
7. Fantasy in the Female Subconscious
8. Suggestions for Wild/Tender Games with Yourself
9. Games and Exercises for Two
10. Massages Worth Noticing
11. Rituals of Transformation
12. Love Games for the Expansion of Love Energy
13. Pleasure as a Way of Meditation
14. Appendix

Genres: Sexuality

290 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 10, 2005

Reviews

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once you're a little more advance in the bedroom with a woman, this book can give you some mind-blowing tips on how to do...well I won't go into it here. It's the best sex book two woman can use, in my opinion. Had some great nights thanks to this book.

[D · Rating 4 out of 5]

Many delicious ideas:)

[Kelly · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this book back in my 20s when it first came out, and I've returned to it again. Like most books on sex and sexuality, there's a smattering of 101 information, but what really makes this book stand out in terms of Western Tantra is its inclusive and therapeutic bent. Most Western Tantra books are written with a cis het audience in mind. Schulte is a feminist psychotherapist and employs a trauma-conscious awareness as well as mindful language regarding gender throughout.

Western Tantra techniques are essentially yogic techniques such as pranayama and meditative/mindful touch employed erotically. This is a great primer for the queer beginner with lots of fun exercises for couples and solo mindful sex. I would say if you're not already pretty woo-woo and steeped in the culture of Westernized Yoga/really crunchy, the exercises might be off-putting and feel really inhibiting if you're not used to vocalizing, employing a range of different breathing techniques, and moving your body in experimental ways. These exercises are definitely not for the shy or terribly serious, so be sure to bring a healthy sense of humor and play with you when you practice these techniques and exercises alone or with a partner!

[Babs · Rating 4 out of 5]

very encouraging, supportive book that nutures a woman's spirit. I'll re-read this over and over.

[Valentina · Rating 2 out of 5]

not really inspiring.

[Bridgett Gonzalez · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am a huge believer in reaching joy within yourself and your partner. To reach multiple levels of pleasure and orgasm(they are NOT the same). This is a sweet and sensitive guide.