"The magic is in you book" Books have always held a certain kind of magic. They transport us to different worlds, introduce us to new characters, and teach us valuable lessons. But the true magic lies within the reader, for it is through their imagination and interpretation that the words on the page come alive. When we open a book, we enter a realm where anything is possible. We can be transported to faraway lands, experience different time periods, or even explore the depths of our own emotions. The magic lies in the power of storytelling, for it has the ability to captivate our minds and touch our hearts.
First, says Clay, decide exactly what your intention or desire is before you begin, taking care to be as specific as possible. If it’s money you’re after, visualize a precise dollar amount. If it’s love, visualize the exact human and relationship. “Focus in on what you really want, and stay connected to that desire,” she says. “Really try to feel as though you already have it.”
In fact, study participants who simply visualized doing exercise gained muscle strength at about half the rate as people who put in time pumping iron did. Using your sexual energy will bring you the things you want more quickly because it helps to condition the brain to believe that you are worthy of the things you want, says Clay.
The magic lies in the power of storytelling, for it has the ability to captivate our minds and touch our hearts. With every turn of the page, a new adventure awaits. The characters come to life, and their stories become our own.
How to Master Mindful Masturbation
Isabelle Kohn is a Los Angeles-based sex and relationships journalist, editor, and columnist who has been writing about sexuality for over a decade. She is also a Certified Sex Educator, providing sex-positive education and consulting for brands and businesses.
Updated on December 23, 2018 @ 09:00AM Photo: Getty ImagesWe all have things we want more of in life — a better job, a more adventurous partner, a really sexy jet ski we can ride into the sunset. Dogged hard work is one way to go about attaining these goals, but did you know it’s also possible to manifest the things you want through masturbation?
At least according to the principles of an ancient practice known today as “sex magick,” which claims that harnessing the energy of sexual pleasure can turn your dreams into realities. While the word “magick” tends to conjure up images of spells, potions, and that one Nicole Kidman movie where she’s a witch, there’s really nothing all that woo-woo about it. As clinical sexologist and sex magick expert Eva Clay explains, manifestation through masturbation is about setting and visualizing positive intentions that gain power through the creative energy of pleasure. Or, in other words: It’s the attitude shift you need to get shit done, or to become more open to the good things heading your way.
“Using your sexual energy will bring you the things you want more quickly because it helps to condition the brain to believe that you are worthy of the things you want,” says Clay. “It turns your ‘I can’t’ into ‘I can.’”
You can manifest just about anything you want with masturbation, says Clay, but the most successful manifestations tend to be the ones that help people grow and expand in positive ways — new partners, better jobs, deep-pocketed buyers for homes, or relief from stage fright. Best-selling author and Slutist editor Kristin Kourvette even credits sex magick with landing her the book deal that launched her career.
This is something people have been doing for thousands of years, with the earliest and best-known example of people using sexual energy to create things other than toddlers coming from everyone’s favorite beach read: the roughly 2,000-year-old Kama Sutra. However, while conjuring-through-coming is nothing new, the practice has seen a modern resurgence and been embraced by many a millennial interested in using self-pleasure as a form of personal growth. Not everyone’s doing it so mystically, through — for those more interested in moaning than manifesting, sex magick also has a witchy-lite cousin called Mindful Masturbation that’s nearing peak trend.
“Mindful masturbation is a wonderful practice to bring attention, and therefore sensation, to the body,” explains Clay. “It confronts shame and enhances the mind-body connection — plus it feels wonderful and will improve your sex life.” Mindful masturbation is less witchcraft, more meditation — a practice that can increase pleasure through greater self-awareness, but won’t necessarily materialize a boyfriend who shares your singular passion for disc golf in the way sex magick promises to.
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The recent popularity of sex magick has everything to do with mainstream media’s love affair with all things witchy and wellness. With celebrities like Katy Perry, Adele, and Lena Dunham getting hooked on the healing powers of crystals, and Gwyneth Paltrow acquainting jade with every part of her body, it’s no surprise that sex magick’s offer of empowerment and control resonates against a cultural backdrop that feels increasingly unsteady. Sex magick’s second wave may be a way to translate that goal of empowerment — as well as science’s insistence that sex, masturbation, and pleasure are healthy — into a sensual realm where the potent energies of pleasure and orgasm can intensify its effects.
Clay says it also has to do with changing cultural attitudes toward sex. “Our cultural taboos are shifting,” Clay explains. “In the U.S., we are challenging long-held views of sex as being shameful. More and more, the cultural conversation is seeing sexuality as a natural element of human vitality and wellness, and so ancient practices such as Tantra and Taoism that see sex as a tool for vitality are making a comeback.
At the same time, research using brain imaging technology and other advanced metrics tells that a healthy sexual life (alone or with a partner) contributes to longevity, increased immunity to disease and illness, improved mood, and overall mental and physical wellness. The science is undeniable — the more we experience pleasure, orgasm, and physical intimacy, the healthier and happier we are.”
Because of these shifts, says Clay, people are beginning to understand sex more similarly to how ancient cultures did — as a wellness practice similar to yoga or meditation. You don’t have to be an astral-traveling, third-eye-wielding yogic master to do it, though — anyone can pull off mindful masturbation.
Through the power of words, we can experience joy, sadness, love, and even fear. It is through the book that we can truly connect with the characters, understand their motivations, and learn from their experiences. The magic is in the ability of books to educate and inspire. They can teach us about the past, present, and future. They can shed light on different cultures and perspectives. They can challenge our beliefs and expand our understanding of the world. Through books, we can gain knowledge and enlightenment. But the true magic lies within the reader. It is through their personal interpretation and connection with the text that the magic truly comes alive. Each reader brings their own experiences, emotions, and perspectives to the story. They have the power to immerse themselves in the narrative, to feel the characters' emotions, and to empathize with their struggles. The book acts as a catalyst, sparking the reader's imagination and allowing them to become part of the story. In a world filled with distractions and constant stimulation, books provide an escape. They allow us to slow down, reflect, and immerse ourselves in a different world. The magic lies in the ability to disconnect from reality and enter a realm where anything is possible. Through the pages of a book, we can find solace, inspiration, and a renewed sense of wonder. So, the next time you open a book, remember that the magic is within you. Your imagination, interpretation, and connection with the text are what bring the story to life. Embrace the magic within yourself, and let the book be your guide..
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