SEXUALITY WORKSHOP
WITH DR. LINDA SAVAGE

Dr. Linda E. Savage is recognized as a leading Sexual Therapist and a licensed psychologist. She has been exploring the mysteries of sexual healing for over 25 years. She specializes in working with couples on a wide variety of sexual issues. Her inspirational book
Reclaiming Goddess Sexuality
is a priceless tool for sexual evolution.

Spiritual sex encompasses sexual energy that goes beyond physical sensations of pleasure, genital orgasms and even the loving connection of sexual communion. Energy generated by sexuality can be transmuted into such experiences as: healing the body-mind-spirit, visualization, divining visions and balancing the genders through joining with universal energy. The more cosmic experiences utilizing sexual energy are most likely to occur in ecstatic consciousness states. The ancients believed that ecstatic union with the Source was the ultimate expression of sexuality.

Experiences of sexual energy that go far beyond ordinary reality can be terrifying without training in what to expect. Attaining ecstatic states through sexual interaction may evoke disbelief or fear in some because it involves loss of the sense of the physical body. The concept that we are more than mere physical bodies may be difficult to accept at first. In fact we are an organized combination of several energy systems around a unifying field. If we could see the subtle energy around us, each of us would look somewhat like a “luminous egg.”

One does not have to spend years in training to experience spontaneous, spiritual sex but it may be necessary to be receptive to the possibility of connecting higher states of awareness with peak sexual experiences. Many people who become interested in spiritual sex have had initial spontaneous ecstatic experiences. Spiritual sex is unlike the traditional process of genital stimulation and the release of tension through orgasm. When it is consciously practiced, there is a quality of “mindfulness,” which is heightened awareness and expanded consciousness. Descriptions of cosmic experiences of orgasm are similar to “near-death” stories recounted by many people. They are also similar to descriptions of ecstatic, religious transformations described in writings by revered historical figures.

The common themes in near-death encounters, religious transformations and cosmic orgasms are descriptions of extraordinary light, luminous colors, loss of the sense of a physical body and merging with energy. There are also common descriptions of seeing the past and future, traveling across time and space or overwhelming feelings of pure love. The following example is reported by a 60 year-old woman who had been having spontaneous, cosmic orgasms since childhood.

Genital Pleasuring

Genital pleasuring refers to the energy level generated, not the particular physical activity. The feminine way of genital pleasuring, especially, attends to the sensual process unfolding rather than a race towards orgasm. The energy received through genital pleasuring is manifested in physical sensations of intense pleasure. Orgasm at the level of genital pleasuring is a release of tension. Healing at this level of sexual energy is directed towards physical functions. Orgasm benefits the immune system and also promotes relaxation and a sense of well-being. The purpose is recreation; to play, enjoy the moment and relax in the pleasures of physical stimulation. It is mutually beneficial, consensual pleasure.

Conscious Loving

This level of sexual energy generates intense, loving feelings for the partner. The “valley orgasm,” as it is called in the Tantric tradition, goes beyond the release of tension in genital orgasm. It requires practice in relaxing into sexual feelings and slowing down the build up of tension in order to prevent sudden dissipation of sexual energy. The energy received is divine love. The heart chakra rather than the genital chakra becomes the focal point. The practice of conscious loving generates energy from the heart. The meaning of this level of sexual energy is connection, reinforcing commitment in a long-term relationship. The healing comes from loving communion, enhancing the bond with the partner. Conscious loving facilitates balancing male-female energy in the relationship that is very effective for maintaining harmony between partners.

Spiritual Union

The energy generated by this level of sexuality is ecstasy. The meaning of Spiritual Union is enhanced awareness, inspiration and merging with the Life Force. The purpose for sexuality at this level is to unite with the Source. The energy received at this level is inspiration/illumination that can be translated into divine guidance or simply experienced as pure bliss. Cosmic orgasm is a completely different experience because it is multi-dimensional and has an infinite variety of patterns. Genital Pleasuring and Conscious Loving are not separate from this experience but incorporated as an integral part of it.

If you choose to a partner practice this with, you will need to communicate clearly with each other about your expectations. It is important to recognize that your experiences of transcendence will be unique from your partner’s. However, it is helpful to feel a conscious bond with your partner. You will need to foster the psychological mind- set of healing and mutual empowerment in a setting which honors the other as divine God/Goddess.

Sex Clinics 
estimate that fully one out 
of three women in relationships are distressed because of lack of desire. 
In studying the cultures that honored women, I wanted to know how they approached sexuality in general and specifically, how they 
viewed women's sexuality. 

I found it to be vastly different from the way we look at sex, and far more 
life affirming. The ancient matrilineal societies offered valuable insights into the mysteries of sexuality that can result in renewed sexual interest for many women. Even if you do not feel that you have a low sexual desire, you can enhance your approach to sex and expand your sexuality towards new pathways of emotional and spiritual discovery.



Linda E. Savage, Ph.D. 
is a licensed psychologist and sex therapist who has been exploring the mysteries of sexual healing for over 25 years. A Diplomat of The American Board of Sexology and a member of The Institute of Marital and Sexual Therapy, Dr. Savage specializes in working with couples on a variety of sexual issues. She teaches at National University and lives in California with her family.

Please feel free to contact her at the following address or web sites: 
Linda E. Savage, Ph.D. 197, 914 S. Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA 92084
Email:  Contact Linda