The sex issue Everything you've always wanted to know about sexuality, seduction, and desire

Book - 2018

"A conversation-sparking book that explores the big questions of sexuality, seduction & sex. THE SEX ISSUE is an informative, revelatory read that gets at everything we've always wondered about sex and relationships. GOOP editors introduce the experts they rely on, and dive into Q & A's on the ins and outs of sexual health, pleasure, and ways to evolve the conversations we have with ourselves, our partners, and each other. Part 1, Seduction: Mines the deeper layers of seduction--with suggestions for assessing attraction, reigniting the flame once it's gone out, and navigating dating, unconventional relationship scenarios, the sex toy aisle, and more. Part 2, Sexuality: Different takes on what sexuality means, loo...ks, and feels like today, and options for tapping into sexual power--including a chapter on strengthening libido and tantric practices to up sexual energy. Part 3: Doing it: Antidotes to bedroom boredom, the psychology behind oral sex, how to figure out and pursue what you want--and play out fantasies that may seem beyond reach. Part 4, Orgasm: A closer look at enduring sex myths, with expert advice on closing the orgasm gap, doing away with the pressure to perform, and the benefits of self-pleasure. Part 5, Sex Ed: Covers the essentials (like clean lube and condoms), hormone health, and how to talk to your partner when something is up--all with an eye toward pleasure (as opposed to just avoiding calamity). Throughout the book you'll find goopasutra-style takes on the reality of experiences ranging from plain vanilla to ménage à trois, plus personal anecdotes from the GOOP team."--Jacket.

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Published
New York : Grand Central Life & Style 2018.
Language
English
Corporate Author
Goop, Inc
Corporate Author
Goop, Inc (editor)
Edition
First edition
Physical Description
x, 278 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical index.
ISBN
9781538729441
  • Foreword
  • Part 1. Seduction
  • 1. What Creates Attraction
  • 2. How to Assess Attraction
  • 3. The Desire Disconnect
  • 4. Deepening Intimacy
  • 5. Aphrodisiacs to Get Your Freak On
  • 6. Navigating the Mind-Fuck of Dating
  • 7. To (Sex) Toy or Not?
  • 8. Friends with Benefits-Is It a Benefit?
  • 9. Reigniting Attraction
  • Part 2. Sexuality
  • 10. Libido: The Ebbs and the Flows
  • 11. Tantric Sex
  • 12. Owning Your Sexual Power
  • 13. Getting Kinky
  • 14. Sexual Energy
  • 15. The Art of Open Relationships
  • 16. Good Porn
  • Part 3. Doing It
  • 17. The Antidote to Bedroom Boredom
  • 18. Oral Sex: Giving vs. Receiving
  • 19. Behind the Blindfold: Is BDSM for You?
  • 20. Exploring Anal
  • 21. Asking for What You Want
  • 22. Playing Out Fantasy
  • 23. Sleeping Around
  • 24. Adding a Third
  • Part 4. Orgasm
  • 25. Orgasm Equality
  • 26. Is the G-Spot a Real Place?
  • 27. Orgasmic Meditation
  • 28. Experiencing Orgasm
  • 29. The Joy of Masturbation
  • Part 5. Sex Ed
  • 30. Clean Lube, Condoms, and Toys
  • 31. The Gender System
  • 32. The Hormone Reset
  • 33. Sex and Aging
  • 34. The Holy Pelvic Floor
  • 35. Sexual Trauma and the Body
  • 36. When You Think Something May Be Wrong
  • 37. Treating Vaginal Dryness
  • 38. The Health of the Prostate
  • 39. Sex Addiction: What's Behind the Label?
  • Last Thing
  • Acknowledgments
  • Index
Review by Publisher's Weekly Review

From tantric sex to the joys of masturbation, there's no topic off limits in this fun and informative compilation of sex advice from the editors of Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle blog, Goop. The book makes strides towards inclusivity, with advice for people in same-sex and heterosexual relationships, as well as information on polyamorous relationships. The essays come from a diverse array of contributors: a social psychologist explores the varying boundaries of open relationships, an adult filmmaker discusses how to integrate porn into one's sex life, and a nutritionist gives plenty of suggestions for aphrodisiacs ("ashwagandha--and really anything that reduces stress-often have results between the sheets"). The expected offbeat Goop-style spirituality tidbits are here, including a chapter on how to cultivate sexual energy using a jade egg and the enthusiastic recommendation to participate in a sacred snake ceremony. Goop staffers share their personal experiences throughout, lending the book the feeling of a non-judgmental group of friends offering advice over a bottle of wine. Enjoyable to browse as well as to refer back to for more serious contemplation, this is a kinkier version of Our Bodies, Ourselves for wellness seekers. (May) © Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved.


Review by Library Journal Review

The "everything" in the title means exactly that. From deepening intimacy to getting kinky to bedroom boredom and prostate health, this book is for readers to learn about and make personal decisions regarding their own sexuality. Assisted by a panel of medical experts, including Sara Gottfried, Peggy -Orenstein, Esther Perel, and Nicole Daedone, GOOP (a collective of editors led by actress -Gwyneth Paltrow who collaborate with various professionals to produce health-centric resources) explains the basics in three sections: "Sexuality," "Seduction," and "Sex." They offer tips on how to achieve pleasure and add tidbits of likes and dislikes on a variety of sexual activities. VERDICT Excellent in terms of presentation, answering real-life questions, and offering straightforward, fact-based information on sexual health. © Copyright 2018. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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