In this insightful discussion, John Wineland, a LA-based speaker and teacher specializing in masculine leadership and spiritual intimacy, reveals what men truly crave in relationships. He delves into the complexities of expressing masculine desires and the vital balance of energies between partners. John shares his journey through spiritual traditions and how they enhance intimacy. He emphasizes the importance of personal space in relationships, genuine vulnerability, and the transformational power of connection, all while offering practical advice to deepen emotional bonds.
Men crave emotional connection and authenticity in intimacy, desiring partners to express their desires through their bodies for a deeper bond.
Maintaining sexual polarity in relationships requires individuality and energy exploration, enabling partners to engage in diverse and fulfilling intimate experiences.
Deep dives
Understanding Masculine Cravings
Men often struggle to articulate their desires in intimate relationships due to societal conditioning that discourages vulnerability and emotional expression. In general, they seek to be immersed in energy, particularly the open-hearted and pleasure-driven energy that the feminine embodies. Masculine-identified individuals desire to be seen and cherished, craving an energetic connection that transcends mere physicality. This yearning can manifest as a deep need for their partner to express their desires authentically through their bodies, creating a magnetic pull that enhances connection and intimacy.
Polarity in Relationships
Polarity plays a crucial role in maintaining sexual and emotional chemistry between partners, requiring a balance of masculine and feminine energies. When individuals spend too much time together, their natural attractions can diminish, leading to a decrease in polarity. Nurturing individuality and spending time apart can rejuvenate these differing energies, allowing both partners to bring their authentic selves back into the relationship. Engaging in practices that enhance one’s essence—whether through meditation for the masculine or self-pleasure for the feminine—can significantly increase polarity and reignite attraction.
Women's Desires and Trust
Women often share a deep yearning for love and connection that feels insatiable, as their feminine energy seeks to be met and nourished. The ability to trust their partner with their vulnerabilities is vital, yet challenging, particularly in the wake of historical trauma and societal expectations. By expressing feelings instead of directing how to meet their needs, women can facilitate a dynamic where trust is built and nurtured. This trust allows for a deeper connection, enabling both partners to engage fully in intimacy without the weight of unmet expectations.
Exploring Energies in Intimacy
Men often crave variety in the energetic expressions they experience within intimate relationships, seeking both angelic softness and raw, primal intensity. Creating sexually diverse experiences helps maintain excitement and avoids falling into predictable routines. Partners can explore various energies—like the nurturing qualities of the feminine or the dominating aspects of the masculine—through guided practices, enhancing emotional and physical connections. This exploration allows individuals to attune to each other’s needs, fostering a richer, multi-dimensional intimacy that encourages growth and satisfaction in the relationship.
In this episode of Authentic Sex Juliet invited John Wineland on the podcast to speak about what men crave in relationships, intimacy and sex. This episode is full of the profound teachings and wisdom that John shares with the world as a leading teacher of embodied masculine leadership, spiritual intimacy and sexual polarity.
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