First and foremost, good sex is about being present.
It’s important not to judge one’s erotic self or the erotic experience, but rather to practice radical self-acceptance.
During sex, one’s mind may go into “spectatoring” mode, being goal-directed or self-conscious. The key is to simply notice it without judging
Dr. Nan
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Ask Dr. Nan: What if having sex hurts?
Mar 30, 2021
Why talking about sexual pain disorders is key to promoting awareness and fighting the stigma and shame In my book Why Good Sex Matters: Understanding the Neuroscience of Pleasure for a Smarter, Happier, and More Purpose-Filled life I explore how the ability to...
The Dark Side of Sexuality: What cults like NXIVM can teach us about ourselves
Oct 16, 2020
Watch #SeducedSTARZ: Inside The NXIVM Cult
Good Sex Tool: Touch Plus Imagery
Aug 19, 2020
Remember, neurons that fire together wire together. We can turn up the volume on our genital sensations if we lay down and strengthen those pathways over and over. This exercise offers you a way to increase your ability to access sensations in your genitals, which...
Can 5-Minute Quickies Be Satisfying? Sure They Can
Jul 7, 2020
Maybe you only have a short window of opportunity to get together. Maybe you’re just not in the mood for a marathon lovemaking session. Whatever the case, quickies are a perfect solution for couples pressed for time. How to Make Your Quickies Short, Sexy, and...
What Does Anal Sex Feel Like and How Do I Prepare For It?
Jun 30, 2020
If you haven’t toyed with the idea of anal sex, you might consider doing so. You may discover that adding some sex play in the realm of the anus/rectum may not only help you improve your sexual functioning, but actually supercharge your sexual response. In This...