While all the Vajrayāna Buddhist traditions include all of the traditional practices used in Mahayana Buddhism such as developing bodhicitta, practicing the paramitas, and meditations, they also make use of unique tantric methods and Dzogchen meditation which are seen as more advanced.

Remember that tantra is more of an ongoing practice that can lead to greater awareness of your sexuality versus a specific masturbation strategy for achieving orgasm. Indian Tantric Buddhist philosophers such as Buddhaguhya, Vimalamitra, Ratnākaraśānti and Abhayakaragupta continued the tradition of Buddhist philosophy and adapted it to their commentaries on the major Tantras.If there is such a thing as “sexual enlightenment”, tantra is a great way of growing in this direction,' says Sher. Pleasure and sex is another aspect of life and a "root of the universe", whose purpose extends beyond procreation and is another means to spiritual journey and fulfillment. By taking time to get to know one’s own body as well as that of one’s partner, it can help make the experience fulfilling for both people. Eye gazing makes everyone feel safe and loved, and lowers your stress levels, so connect with your partner’s eyes as often and as much as you can and, once you “lock in”, stay there a while.

The Brhadaranyaka Upanisad contains various sexual rituals and practices which are mostly aimed at obtaining a child which are concerned with the loss of male virility and power. In its earliest forms, Tantric intercourse was usually directed to generate sexual fluids that constituted the "preferred offering of the Tantric deities. Breath control is an important aspect of yoga practise and applying similar breathing techniques to tantric sex can contribute to relaxation and sensory experience.With its roots embedded in mindfulness, by switching the focus from the end result (the orgasm) to the journey and the transformation of energy, practising tantra could transform your experience of sexual connection. You’ll be able to explore what does and doesn’t work for you without the added pressure of trying something new with your partner. Brito explains that this “pleasure-based sexuality” places a much higher emphasis on knowing yourself and how you experience pleasure versus pleasing someone else. In the Vajrayāna the "path of the fruit" is taken whereby the practitioner takes his or her innate Buddha-nature as the means of practice.

But if you are looking for kinky sex tips to get your rocks off in record time, it's worth knowing that tantra, also known as sexual yoga, is a holistic practice. The Western model of sex, with its focus on climax, conditions us into tensing our bodies and pushing energy out of us, for example, the male ejaculation,’ explains Constance. Mantras are usually associated with specific deities or Buddhas, and are seen as their manifestations in sonic form.Tantric techniques help to form close, intimate contact and allow you and your partner to explore each other’s bodies. According to Buddhist Tantra, there is no strict separation of the profane or samsara and the sacred or nirvana, rather they exist in a continuum. If you need a leg up in the bedroom, you're looking for new ways to experiment sexually or seeking deeper meaningful connection with your significant other, tantric sex might be just the ticket.