The Lifestyle of Tantra with Mary Anne Marlow

We here at Sex with Dr. Jess recently became acquainted with Mary Anne Marlow, author of Pursue to Paradise.  Mary has devoted many years of her life to learning Tantric methods of sacred union. Naturally, we wanted Mary Anne's help to introduce you, the readers, to the Lifestyle of Tantra. Here is what she had to share with us:

How did you first come to know the "Lifestyle of Tantra"?

It was well over 10 years ago, while living in the arms of paradise in Costa Rica, where I was introduced to the “Lifestyle of Tantra”. A couple that I regularly provided Aromatherapy massage to owned a B & B Tantra Retreat and together, they were disciplined in the sacred practices of the Eastern Tantra/Tao Philosophies.  One aspect of that lifestyle was exercising healthy intimate meditations of sexual energy.  Following this; I took it upon myself to fine-tune techniques learned through the writings of Mantak Chia & other various masters.

What is the main objective of tantric sex?

Tantric sex, which I prefer to call; the sacred union or the coming together as one ritual, focuses on prolonging the vibration of feeling aroused and sexual stimulation.  When the chemical of oxytocin (the natural love chemical from touch) is weaving through the body, we become aware of the heightened energy from making love.  Hence, we regain our life force.

What are some tips for those who are just discovering the sacred union?

So many, many tips! But the basic starting point is to learn to be present with your partner through breath.  This is where I have all my beginners that have started on their exploration with Tantra, begin. They learn all over again to become aware of their 5 senses while having sex through various exercises.

What are the main benefits of the sacred union (eg. Health, Psychological, etc.)?

This practice is a huge natural age reversing antidote.  I for one have shed years off my life with the Tantra lifestyle. My childlike creativity has returned & flourished and my health ailments have disappeared. Couples reunite and become intimate once again. The benefits are endless!

How can those interested in Tantra incorporate tantric methods of sex into their daily lives?

You have to be open to want a healthy change for life.  One must be disciplined, just like exercise or proper amounts of sleep and nutrition.  If you eat, sleep and take care of your body, you normally incorporate these elements into your daily rhythm. Tantra is not any different. This is a link in the chain of life to hold everything together. Without Tantra, you lose vitality, strength in a sexual relationship with your partner, and miss out on the opportunity for daily bliss!

For more from Mary Anne Marlow:
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