Written by renowned author and educator, Barbara Carrellas, “Urban Tantra” is a revolutionary book that explores the intersection of Tantra and urban culture. The book aims to provide readers with an understanding of how Tantra can be practiced in modern-day settings, and how it can be incorporated into everyday life to enhance one’s overall well-being.
Chapter 1: The History and Principles of Tantra
The first chapter of “Urban Tantra” provides readers with a brief history of Tantra, including its origins in ancient India and its evolution over time. The chapter also delves into the principles of Tantra, including the concepts of Shiva and Shakti, the divine masculine and feminine energies that are said to exist within all beings. Carrellas also explains the importance of the five M’s – mantra, mudra, mandala, meditation, and ritual – in Tantric practice.
Chapter 2: Bringing Tantra into Your Life
In this chapter, Carrellas offers practical advice on how to incorporate Tantra into one’s daily life. She provides readers with simple exercises and meditations that can be done at home or in the office, as well as tips on how to create a sacred space for Tantric practice. The chapter also includes information on how to create a Tantric altar and how to use crystals and other objects in Tantric practice.
Chapter 3: The Art of Touch
In “Urban Tantra,” Carrellas emphasizes the importance of touch in Tantric practice. In this chapter, she offers guidance on how to touch oneself and others in a way that is both sacred and sensual. She also provides information on the different types of touch, including massage, stroking, and touching the erogenous zones. The chapter also includes information on how to give and receive a Tantric massage.
Chapter 4: Expanding Your Sensuality
In this chapter, Carrellas explores the concept of sensuality and how it can be expanded through Tantric practice. She provides readers with exercises that can help them become more aware of their bodies and their senses, as well as tips on how to enhance one’s sensual experience through the use of scent, sound, and touch. The chapter also includes information on how to incorporate BDSM elements into one’s Tantric practice.
Chapter 5: Sacred Sexuality and Tantra
In the final chapter of “Urban Tantra,” Carrellas delves into the connection between Tantra and sacred sexuality. She provides readers with information on how to create a sacred sexual experience, including tips on how to communicate one’s desires and boundaries. The chapter also includes information on how to incorporate Tantric practices into one’s sex life, such as using mantras and mudras during sex.
Conclusion
“Urban Tantra” is a comprehensive guide to bringing Tantra into modern-day life. Through her book, Barbara Carrellas provides readers with a wealth of information on the history and principles of Tantra, as well as practical advice on how to incorporate Tantric practices into one’s daily life. Whether you are looking to enhance your sensuality or seeking to create a more meaningful and sacred sexual experience, “Urban Tantra” has something to offer for everyone.
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