Sex, God, and the Brain

Andrew Newberg, director of research at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health, delves into the intriguing connection between sexual pleasure and religion in his latest work. He argues that both may share evolutionary origins, rooted in animal mating behaviors. The conversation explores how spirituality and sexuality intertwine, revealing crucial insights from neuroscience. Newberg discusses the historical role of rituals in shaping identities and introduces practices like orgasmic meditation that deepen connections. A provocative look at the intersection of human experience!