by Stela Star

Tantric massage is in many ways similar to other forms of massage therapies. Tantric massage is believed to bring about health benefits and a relaxed feeling. This is because if one is happy sexually then the above experienced feelings are believed to follow. Pleasurable experience is thus put to the core with the goal of achieving personal growth and development. Tantric yoga lies at the core of tantric massage. There have however been forms of tantric massages that have been practiced by the enlightened and the ignorant that are degraded and have lost the real import of the tantric yoga and massage.

Tantric yoga is meant to help one attain to spiritual strength, draw inspiration and attain wisdom and eternal bliss. While it is true that tantra yoga may bring about heightened sexual feelings, this is not the main aim of the yoga practice. Such effects are usually seen as bonuses to the whole tantra yoga experience.

In tantric massage there are names for each of the sexual organs for both male and female. The male manhood is referred to as Lingam, which means a wand of light, while the female organs are called Yoni which stands for sacred space. These words are seen as part of the entire massage practice and are therefore frequently used.

While some masseuse may prefer one to be naked, it is not always the case. One may decide to cover his Lingam or her Yoni. Tantric music is used that includes gentle music that helps to banish all thoughts during this healing process.

The massage involves one lying on his or her back. The legs are then spread apart and a cushion is placed in a way to raise either the Lingam or the Yoni. A lubricant is then applied all over the body. Particular attention is given the Lingam and the Yoni during the massage process.

The applying of oils and massage is particularly done on these body parts. This is meant to help bring a person to a totally relaxed state. This state can only achieved by involving the entire body. To bring one to this state, it is important to involve all the body parts. Only then can tantric yoga be said to work.

The body can also be stimulated by the practice of tantra yoga to cause the body to detoxify or eliminate harmful substances. It also has the benefit of improving the body?s cardiovascular system as well as the nervous and the immune systems of the body. In addition, the endocrine system is also strengthened. All the above benefits lead to a longer, rejuvenated and an improved lifestyle.

With the right soothing tantric music, tantra yoga can take one to new heights. The motivating force behind tantric yoga is desire. The all-present desire, accepted as universal in tantra yoga, are not denounced or suppressed. Desire is thus embraced as natural and used to achieve the true state of yoga. In conclusion, tantra yoga and by extension, the tantra massage is used to reprogram the mind and body and its practical tools to achieve control are seen in the practice in the tantric massage. Its acceptance by many is seen as proof of that.

About the Author:

Yoga and fitness master Stela Star wrote this article for Tantric Yoga Techniques site.