How Having More Sex Boosts Your Intelligence

Research has found that sex increases the production of neutrons in the brain.

Next time your other half says they’re not in the mood for a romantic interlude, try telling them that it could make them brainier.

Although it sounds like a clever ploy, psychologists say that making love can boost intelligence.

That’s in addition to previous research which shows that sex not only helps to decrease your stress levels but also burns up calories. Read more

3 Animal Stretches That Prep You for Meditation

If you dins ir difficult to sit in meditation, it could be because your body isn't prepared.

Stretches can help you prepare your body for meditation and strengthen your lower back so you can sit for extended periods and focus on your practice, pain-free. Here are three animal-inspired stretches to try: Read more

Kunyara: The Centuries-Old Sex Tradition You've Never Heard Of

Although Tantra is well-known in the West nowadays, kunyara is a centuries-old sex tradition, you've probably never heard of.

For many North American men, female ejaculation is one of the mysteries of female sexuality. Its origins and triggers are contested among women and sexologists, so it’s not surprising that few men can comment on it with much confidence. That was certainly my experience — until I moved to Rwanda, a country where female ejaculation, or kunyara, as it’s known locally, is a matter of social import.

The tradition dates back more than a century, to the Third Dynasty of the Rwandan monarchy. The story goes that while the king was away on a military campaign, the queen demanded that a guard named Kamagere have sex with her. Kamagere acquiesced, but he was so nervous about the possible repercussions that his body trembled uncontrollably. His penis, instead of penetrating the queen, rubbed up and down against her labia and clitoris — a technique that became known as kunyaza. The torrent of liquid or “water” the motion provoked from the queen was called kunyara. Read more

Tantra Games for Lovers

Ava Cadell describes six Tantra games you can play with your lover.

Tantra is a Sanskrit (ancient Hindu language) word that means to weave energy, specifically Yin (female) and Yang (male) energy, between two lovers. This energy includes our thoughts, feelings, physical, and sexual actions.

I’d like to welcome you to a unique journey of sensual and sexual exploration that will prepare you for the 5000 year old practice of Tantra. Tantra can improve intimate communication and enhance a relationship that has lost its sizzle and spice. Read more

Why Sexual Frustration Is Bad for Your Health

New research on fruit flies discovered some pretty surprising facts about the effect of sexual frustration.

Can’t get no satisfaction? The situation could be worse than you think. Sure, sexual frustration is … well, frustrating. But new research suggests it could also be bad for your physical health.

OK, granted the research was done with fruit flies — not exactly our closest animal counterparts. But the intriguing findings may pave the way for human studies on the subject. “It may not be a myth that sexual frustration is a health issue,” according to lead researcher and University of Michigan professor Scott D. Pletcher. Expecting sex and then not getting it was harmful to flies’ health and cut their lifespans short. Read more

The Yin Yang of Sexual Intimacy

Suzie Heumann explains the yin yang of sexual intimacy and how to cope with it.

Meditation for Beginners: Give Yourself the Gift of Peace!

You've probably heard about the benefits of meditation. Why not make starting a meditation practice one of your New Year's resolutions? Sandy Scherschligt tells you how to get started.

The great thing about meditation is we enter into the very depth of our souls to discover a place of inner peace. Therefore, mediation can be practiced by people of different religions as well as those not currently practicing a religion. However entering into a meditative state does often put one in touch with some deeper questions about the true meaning of life and can give one a more spiritual outlook. Many people would like to meditate but feel that they don’t know how or don’t have the time to commit to it. I know that when something becomes a priority, I can always find the time. You may have to give up a lesser good for the greater good of meditation. It comes down to choices. The good news is that even just 15 minutes of meditation daily will be very beneficial. Read more