September 11th, 2009
There is no reason to be sexually bored in a monogamous relationship. No reason, that is, except for a few million years of polygamous human evolution. And a brain constructed without any consideration for monogamy. And a natural human preference for sexual novelty and variety. And some subtle “permission” from society to fool around. And all the attendant pressures of just being in the same house with the same person every day. Read the rest of this entry »
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August 19th, 2009
But it’s also a cultural thing. “You get horrible messages from the culture”. “Like the idea that sex is dirty unless you save it for marriage. Even if you do save it for marriage, you still carry around with you the `sex is dirty’ part.” Read the rest of this entry »
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August 12th, 2009
There’s little doubt among sex researchers and there pints that explicit sex on videotape can tune up your skills while it turns you on. “If you want to learn to do things. you do better by watching,” a psychologist who specializes in marriage and sex therapy. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 17th, 2009
You are now ready for the most important source of sexual arousal —the human brain. That’s right! We believe the greatest—and perhaps only— aphrodisiac lies right there between your ears. We know that love and lust and anticipation and tenderness are all very wonderful turn-ons. By all means, they supersede anything else we are talking about. But what should you do when these do not seem to be as effective for turning you on as they once were? Read the rest of this entry »
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July 17th, 2009
The essence of Cedarwood is a profoundly evocative oil when used to open up the emotions, helping lovers to enter into the spirit of the here and now in lovemaking, which can give their physical union a more spiritual dimension. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 17th, 2009
When added to a blend of aphrodisiac oils, bergamot’s uplifting, enticing and refreshing properties can greatly enhance the sensual mood of lovers. Whether it is used in an aromatic burner, or blended with oils to be used in a massage, its delightful lemon and floral aroma will do much to lift and balance a loved one’s spirit. Adding the component of happiness and contentment to a blend — bergamot is indeed a gift to any relationship. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 17th, 2009
The herb basil has a sweet, spicy aroma, with a hint of camphor, and has many associations with love, seduction and fertility. As an aphrodisiac essence, basil has gained a reputation for awakening the senses, and arousing the most basic sexual instincts — it was used by young Italian women to charm and bewitch the men of their desires. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 17th, 2009
Euphoric is the word most commonly associated with clary sage. A deeply sensual oil, reputed to have aphrodisiac qualities, clary sage has relaxing and calming properties that can decrease inhibitions. Read the rest of this entry »
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