Conscious sex is about being fully present, aware and emotionally connected, helping you deepen intimacy and awareness through focused attention.
physical intimacy, intimate connection, sexual connection, mindful sex
Conscious sex is about being fully present, aware and emotionally connected, helping you deepen intimacy and awareness through focused attention.
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Find a consenting partner to share this experience with.
Discuss what it means to approach sex within a conscious framework.
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Conscious sex is about engaging deeply with each moment, free from distractions or performance expectations. It’s similar to bringing presence into other parts of life – whether eating, cleaning or walking – where the focus is on being intentional and fully aware of what’s happening. As a beginner to this approach, you’ll experience heightened awareness of your body, emotions and connection to your partner or self. The benefits extend beyond the act, promoting emotional intimacy, mental clarity and overall wellbeing. By embracing conscious sex, you may cultivate a more meaningful, fulfilling experience that deepens your relationship with yourself and others. Ready to bring focused attention into this intimate part of your life and dive into the world of a deeper and more intimate connection?
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With so many reasons to add mindful sex to your routine (like deepening emotional intimacy, aiding mental clarity and fostering a sense of fulfillment), it just might be worth considering if it's right for you.
Deepens emotional connection
Emotional well-being
Reduces stress
Emotional well-being, Physical well-being
Improves body awareness
Physical well-being, Self well-being
Boosts self-confidence
Self well-being
Enhances communication
Social well-being
Emma Watson
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Gwyneth Paltrow
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Harry Styles
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Sex Education (TV show)
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You're probably ready to climb between the sheets. But before you do, there are some important things to keep in mind. Sex can be safe and enjoyable, but these helpful tips will ensure that your experience is a positive one.
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Communicate openly with your partner about consent, boundaries and any potential risks to ensure mutual understanding and respect.
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"How do we make this a conscious practice?"
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"Whoa, I’m noticing everything."
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"I feel more connected."
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"This is more intense than I expected."
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"Why didn’t we try this sooner?"
Are you ready to start having mindful sex?
We are busy working on detailed getting started guides and individual practice guides to follow.
Wondering how to get started? Explore the table below and discover everything you need to know to get your practice started, right now.
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Recommendation for first-timer
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Availability
Widely
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Moderately
Average cost per session
Free or low cost
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Expensive
Special equipment required
None or minimal
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None or minimal
Potential for socialisation & community
Social potential
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Mostly solo
Safety & skill building
Safe & fast
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Safe & fast
Space or privacy required
Some required
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Some required
Ease of scheduling
Very flexible
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Need to plan
Setup time
Little to none
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Over 30 mins
Active practice time
Up to an hour
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An hour +
Unexpected advantages
Wholesome
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Actually useful
"Sex and the City" popularized discussions about sex and relationships in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Honeybees have one of the shortest sex lives; male bees die immediately after mating.
The Kama Sutra, an ancient Indian text on love and sexuality, was written around the 3rd century.
In the Star Trek universe, Vulcans experience "Pon Farr" where they must go home to mate (or face a painful death).
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Is Sex Good for Your Health? A National Study on Partnered Sexuality and Cardiovascular Risk among Older Men and Women
Liu, H., Waite, L. J., Shen, S., & Wang, D. H. (2016). Is Sex Good for Your Health? A National Study on Partnered Sexuality and Cardiovascular Risk among Older Men and Women. Journal of Health and Social Behavior, 57(3), 276–296. https://doi.org/10.1177/0022146516661597
More Than Just Sex
Debrot, A., Meuwly, N., Muise, A., Impett, E. A., & Schoebi, D. (2017). More Than Just Sex. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, 43(3), 287–299. https://doi.org/10.1177/0146167216684124
Toward an Integrative Model of Intimacy, Sexual Satisfaction, and Relationship Satisfaction: A Prospective Study in Long-Term Couples
Beaulieu, N., Bergeron, S., Brassard, A., Byers, E. S., & Péloquin, K. (2022). Toward an Integrative Model of Intimacy, Sexual Satisfaction, and Relationship Satisfaction: A Prospective Study in Long-Term Couples. The Journal of Sex Research, 60(8), 1100–1112. https://doi.org/10.1080/00224499.2022.2129557
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