getting in touch with your body sexually

Shame can be a major obstacle in feeling comfortable with your own sexuality. Try taking sensual or erotic photos of yourself, or ask a lover to take photos of you so you can see yourself through their eyes. Explore how your body looks and moves in different ways. Get to know what you look like in the mirror, all over. Try spending time naked or in clothing that makes you feel confident or empowered. It might take some time to feel familiar and comfortable with your physical sexual self. What do you see, hear, smell, taste, touch? What sensations are you feeling? If you notice yourself getting caught up in worry or judgment of yourself, try to name that feeling and move forward. Pay attention to the sensual information you’re getting from your body. Instead of being caught up in worry or anxiety, you can focus on your physical form and your senses. Learning how to move out of your head and into your body can be a precious gift to yourself. A lot of us spend most of our time in our heads, whether that be due to the demands of life, work, and family or due to a mental condition like anxiety. One reason why your sexual self can feel uncomfortable is that we’re not as familiar with our physical bodies as we can be.

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Getting in touch with your body sexually