Better Sex Through Mindfulness: How Women Can Cultivate Desire [Paperback]

A groundbreaking look at improving desire, arousal, and sexual satisfaction through mindfulness.

Studies show that approximately half of all women experience some kind of sexual difficulty at one point in their lives, with lack of interest in sex being by far the most commonand the most distressing. And when sex suffers, so do all other areas of life.

But it doesnt have to be that way. InBetter Sex through Mindfulness, acclaimed psychologist and sex researcher Lori A. Brotto, offers a groundbreaking approach to improving desire, arousal, and satisfaction insideand outside ofthe bedroom. A pioneer in the use of mindfulness for treating sexual difficulties, Brotto has helped hundreds of women cultivate more exciting, fulfilling sexual experiences. In this accessible, relatable book, she explores the various reasons for sexual problems, such as stress and incessant multitasking, and tells the stories of many of the women she has treated over the years. She also provides easy, effective exercises that readers can do on their own to increase desire and sexual enjoyment, whether their goal is to overcome a sexual difficulty or simply givetheir love life a boost.

• According to a landmark study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association,  43 percent of women experience “sexual dysfunction. at some point in their lives
• Brotto is a sought after commentator on sexuality and sexual health
• Mindfulness, an ancient Buddhist practice, is becoming mainstream. In 2012 8% of the US population practiced it in some form. (18 million people)
• Google searches for both mindfulness and meditation have increased in the last 5 years. There are almost 5 million Instagram posts with the hash tag #mindfulness 
• Addresses things medication cannot – when the body responds, but thel“2