Mindfulness applied to sexuality means bringing kind, non-judgmental attention to the sensations, emotions, and thoughts present during an intimate moment. Rather than getting caught up in distractions, self-criticism, or performance pressure, you return again and again to the body’s perceptions, here and now. This approach, studied in particular as support for difficulties with desire or arousal, helps you reconnect with what you feel and reduce anxiety. Practicing observing your sensations, without trying to control them, can gently transform your relationship with pleasure.
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