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Speaking of Sex with The Pleasure Mechanics

Relaxed Receiving

Sep 21, 2023
Exploring the challenges of receiving touch and communicating our needs, the importance of stillness and clear communication in deepening pleasure, creating a positive feedback loop in erotic massage, and the value of follow-up coaching sessions and community participation.
29:30

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Quick takeaways

  • Passive receiving can be misinterpreted, so it's important to communicate preferences and align expectations to create a positive feedback loop of pleasure and connection.
  • Being attentive to receivers' cues like muscle response, breath, and energetic fields helps givers create pleasurable experiences and enhance the shared experience.

Deep dives

The Importance of Active Receiving in Pleasurable Touch

Passive receiving can be misinterpreted as not enjoying touch or being checked out. While encouraging active receiving, there is space to honor a passive, quiet style of receiving. The speaker shares a coaching session example where a couple had different needs during massage - playful versus meditative. It's essential to align expectations and communicate preferences to create a positive feedback loop of pleasure and connection.

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