Did you know that the direct translation of karma sutra is sexual science? It is a love manual written by an Indian sage who lived sometime in the 2nd century A.D.  These writings were based on an even older version of a love making manual called the “Rule of Love” written some time in the 7th century B.C.

 The Karma Sutra offers many tips that go beyond positions and techniques. It explores the intimacy of touch and massage and the importance of foreplay and communication between couples. It understands that there must be a connection between two people to get the most from a sexual experience. Erotic massage can help create that connection.

According to the Karma Sutra, erotic massage is an essential part of lovemaking. Moving too quickly into the sexual act without proper attention to foreplay and exploration will diminish the experience. Erotic massage is the perfect way to savor the moment with your loved one, to experience the fullest of pleasure and to explore and savor every inch of each other’s bodies.

Resist the temptation to plunge head long into intercourse and orgasm. Allow yourselves the opportunity to float along the edges of desire by engaging in prolonged periods of erotic massage.

The Karma Sutra instructs us to begin before we begin by touching throughout the day with light, unexpected touches. These are a subtle display of affection that will let your partner know you are thinking of them and are looking forward to time spent alone together at a later time. The power of touch can not be stressed enough, especially gentle touches from a loved one.  Soft touches are whispers of love that can be very erotic.

These touches are the foreplay of erotic massage as described in the Karma Sutra. The Karma Sutra instructs us to touch our partner’s body with soft, gentle strokes always remembering that our partner’s flesh, as well as our own, is delicate and sensitive and is to be treated with reverence and respect. Using sensual oils, warmed sufficiently in the hands of the giver will provide a thin veil of protection to our lover’s skin as we explore their bodies. With each movement of our finger tips we are conveying our good intentions for their pleasure. We are telling them through touch that we want only good sensations for them, inviting them to relax, trust and enjoy.