Feb 07, 2023
Hey Sexy Thangs, Touch is one of the most important senses when it comes to sexual pleasure. It is a powerful tool that can be used to enhance sexual experiences and to create deeper connections with yourself and a partner/partners. One of the ways in which touch and sex are connected is through the release of hormones. When we touch or are touched, our bodies release hormones such as oxytocin and serotonin. Oxytocin is often referred to as the "cuddle hormone" and is associated with feelings of love, trust, and bonding. Serotonin is a chemical that helps to regulate mood and can reduce feelings of anxiety and depression. Another way in which touch and sex are connected is through the use of erogenous zones. Erogenous zones are areas of the body that are particularly sensitive to touch and can lead to sexual arousal. Common examples of erogenous zones include the nipples, the neck, the inner thigh, and the genitals. However there are many more erogenous zones like the back of the knee, lower back, and bottom of the foot. By stimulating these areas, touch can help to increase sexual arousal and pleasure. Touch also plays an important role in sexual communication. Through touch, we can communicate our desires and boundaries to a partner. This can include everything from a light touch to a more intimate touch, such as kissing or stroking. It is important to discuss what a potential touch might mean to you with your partner. By understanding and respecting each other's boundaries, couples can create a deeper connection and a more satisfying sexual experience. In conclusion, touch plays a vital role in sexual pleasure and connection. The release of hormones such as oxytocin and serotonin, the stimulation of erogenous zones and the communication through touch all contribute to a more satisfying sexual experience. It's important to remember that consent and communication are key when it comes to touch and sex, and that everyone's boundaries and preferences are different. Pleasure Opportunity: Explore touch on yourself during solo play to learn your touch boundaries. On yourself experiment with different forms of touch- caresses, licks, pinches, firm grips, slaps, grabs etc. Insight- Grabs can be especially delightful on meaty parts of the body like the ass. In you journal describe the touches that brought you the most and least pleasure. Once you're done experimenting write out how you would communicate those boundaries to others and watch your sensual pleasure explode. Enjoy!! In Pleasure, Robin Denise is a sexologist, sacred sex coach, sex doula, and sensual yoga trapeze instructor. She specializes in helping individuals, couples, and poly couples, improve their sexual health and intimacy through a holistic and body-centered approach. She currently resides in Maryland with clients in the DC/MD/VA area, Atlanta, and California. She offers private 1 on 1 retreats in Costa Rica throughout the year. She's published numerous journals on self-love and self-pleasure currently available on her website here. To learn more about Robin's work click here.For consultations click here. www.robindenise.com TikTok: @robin.denise Instagram: @robin_denise_