Origin of the tantric massage

The word ” tantra ” originates from Sanskrit and means ” loom “, ” warp “, with meanings that go so far as to originate lexical nuances such as “principle, essence, doctrine or technique”. Tantra can be summed up as a way of expression and transformation of the self , a way of not only entering into deep contact with one’s soul, but allowing it to act in the world. 

Due to this positive attitude towards life and existence, some forms of tantric massage have developed over time, through which the person who receives it experiences a great sensory pleasure and at the same time an improvement in the perception of self  and one’s awareness. Due to a whole sexual symbolism, the tantric massage for two has taken on an ideal form for those who want to increase and increase the knowledge and harmony of the couple.

The tantric massage relies on ancient Indian teachings , which in turn go back to texts of pre-Vedic cultures, the origin of which still remains quite mysterious and controversial. 

The ancient Harappa population, for example, who occupied some areas of India millennia ago , attached great importance to the energy generated by tantra, in particular to the female figure and its element, water. In these first urban centers the first tantric formulations took place, as a function of the union of the philosophical yoga of the scholars and the tantric knowledge of those who still lived in the mountains and in the forests. 

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How tantric massage is done 

The tantric massage is structured in three phases.

1. In the first phase we focus on recollection and meditation , creating in a suitable and intimate place, such as the bedroom, a welcoming environment, with soft lights, candles, incense, practicing breathing exercises and reciting mantras.
2. The second phase focuses on slow , circular and light massages that are practiced on the face and body, from the legs to the arms, passing through the pelvic area, back, neck and head, with gentle touches along the vital energy channels. , the chakras and nadis , and passing through the points known as marma . A mild, warm carrier oil is used, such as coconut or almond oil .
3. The last phase is relaxation : sipping a hot herbal tea you share the experience with those who have practiced it, verbalizing what you have tried. 

Benefits of Tantric Massage

The most ancient texts referring to tantric massage speak of therapeutic techniques , while all references to pleasure are more recent material, linked to the bon symbology also adopted by Tibetan Buddhism.

Thanks t this type of message developed more recently, those who receive it – but also those who offer it – will be able to enjoy advantages and benefits, including a new experience of sexuality , not limited in space and time, but perceived as an omnipresent energy to be channeled . in every cell of the body . In this way, anxiety , stress and worries are dissolved, along with other tensions.

Even in its non-sexual forms, Tantric massage acts on the genital organs by dissolving blocks and relaxing the first chakra , using Tantra lingam techniques for men and Tantra yoni for women. There is also the technique of Tantra Kundalini massage . 

Personal growth and sensory experience aimed at well-being therefore go hand in hand in tantric massage , a practice that is especially aimed at rediscovering the sacredness of the body as an element and physical envelope of the soul. 

Books to read : “The tantric massage” by Stefano Paggini; Kalashatra Govinda “Tantra Massage”; The art of tantra massage. Stimulation and relaxation technique to enhance the sexual understanding by Rajiv Haurasia.