Sex and Tantra: Myth, Mystery, or Truth?

When most people hear the word Tantra, they think of slow, sensual sex, eye-gazing, and multi-hour orgasms. But how much of that actually comes from the original Tantric traditions?

In this episode of The Tantric Life, I break down the truth about how sex fits into Tantra — and spoiler: it’s probably not what you’ve been told. Drawing on the work of scholar-practitioner Christopher Wallis, I explore the three major streams that shape today’s view of Tantric sexuality:

🔸 Neo-Tantra – popular, healing, but often disconnected from classical sources
🔸 Haṭha Yoga – misunderstood as Tantra, with a focus on semen retention and energy control
🔸 Original Tantra – profound, sacred rituals using sexual energy for awakening, not pleasure

I also share the real meaning behind sexual meditation in ancient texts like the Tantrāloka, and why original Tantra embraces sexual energy not as something to suppress, but as a Divine force for liberation.

🎧 Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned practitioner, this episode will give you a grounded, clear-eyed view of Tantra, sex, and sacred energy.

You can find all references to source materials on the full blog post here: Sex and Tantra: Myth, Mystery, or Truth?

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