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On 17 August, I was invited by Watch Africa to give a sex workshop exploring the sexual practice of kunyaza (squirting technique), African/Muslim erotology and how intimacy plays an important part in traditional African societies. The workshop was delivered prior to the film screening of Sacred Water at Chapter Arts Centre in Cardiff, Wales. People of various ethnicities and genders attended the event which was supported by Film Hub Wales and BFI Film Audience Network. The purpose of the workshop was to raise awareness of the kunyaza tradition, and highlight the valuable contributions of African sex educators to female pleasure and gushing orgasms. Female Pleasure in African Cultures From the Kama Sutra of Ancient India, to the Kayan Mata ancient tradition in Nigeria, to the erotology tradition in the Arab/Muslim world, many cultures outside of the western world celebrated female pleasure and female autonomy. According to reports, 80% of Rwandan women experience orgasm with their male partners, and female ejaculation is sacred in some east African cultures. Women in Rwanda and Uganda are encouraged to seek sexual gratification with their husbands and many learn about sexual pleasure from a young age. Sex and female pleasure became taboo in Africa after Christian missionaries imposed their prudish views on African peoples during colonisation. The notion that female ejaculation is a myth or the clitoral orgasm is inferior came from the western world. Sex research which shows that only 25% - 30% of women regularly orgasm from intercourse are based on the findings of westerners. The idea that the West 'liberated' the rest of the world about female sexuality with the 'sexual liberation movement' of the 1960s is inaccurate. Many pre-modern cultures outside of the western world acknowledged women's right to sexual pleasure. "Did you know that in the Western world, it wasn’t until 1998 that the clitoris was discovered in it’s full structure? In parts of Africa, people have known the clitoris as a source of joy and key to harmonious relationships for centuries. We have all heard about FGM, but let’s take this opportunity to hear about Kunyaza and celebrate a more positive side of African sexual practices." - Watch Africa In some traditional African cultures, the female orgasm was honoured and women are taught various sexual practices to enhance sexual pleasure for their husbands and themselves. In Rwanda, girls and women are taught about these traditional practices by female sex educators, known as ssengas. Sex education in east Africa is taught by both male and female sex educators. Male sex educators known as Kojjas (uncles) give sexual instructions to young men. Whilst female sex educators known as ssengas (aunties) give sexual instructions to young women. In Rwanda, men are taught about the female anatomy and how to make a woman experience gushing orgasms. In east Africa, female ejaculation is an expected state of affairs when making love. What is Kunyaza? Kunyaza is a sexual practice to make a woman squirt with a male partner. Originally from Rwanda, kunyaza has been practised for hundreds of years by heterosexual couples in east-central Africa. The term kunyaza is derived from the word kunyara, meaning ‘to urinate’ but also signifying female ejaculation achieved by the sexual practice. According to research, 80% of women in Rwanda experience ejaculation due to the kunyaza practice. In Uganda, kunyaza is referred to as Kachabali or “Western Jazz” (due to its prevalence in western regions). The sexual technique is also practised in Kenya, Tanzania and Zimbabwe where it is known as Kachabali, Katerero and Kutunda respectively. The kunyaza practice was developed as a method of foreplay to increase sexual arousal and as a means to achieve female orgasm. According to South African sex educator, Lerato Charlotte Letsoso, "Kunyaza is a recommended heterosexual practice for women to achieve sexual pleasure without penetration." Letsoso adds, "Kunyaza is perhaps the easiest and sure/effective technique to achieve female ejaculation but it requires commitment and time especially from the man." Sex educators hope that kunyaza would keep women sexually satisfied so that they would remain faithful to their husbands and not look outside of marriage for sexual gratification. In traditional African cultures, sexual satisfaction is just as important as love and financial stability for a happy marriage. How to Make A Woman Squirt with Kunyaza? During kunyaza, the man rhythmically and firmly taps the clitoral glans, labia minora and vaginal opening with his erect penis. As the woman becomes more aroused and the vulva starts to swell, the man should take hold of his erect penis. Then he should proceed to tap and rub the penis head from the top to the bottom of the vulva, then left to right, and then in a zigzagging or circular motion – always returning to tap the clitoral glans after each motion. The man should continue stimulation until the woman is close to orgasm. Then, he should stimulate the area on and around the clitoris using long, firm strokes to trigger a gushing orgasm. Another form of kunyaza involves non-penetrative and penetrative stimulation. In this case, the man stimulates the clitoris and labia of the woman by tapping and also rubbing with his penis head and then alternating shallow thrusts (gucuga) with deep thrusts (gucumita) pushing at the cervix while maintaining circular and/or zigzag movements between vagina walls in a "screwing" fashion during penetration. The variation of shallow and deep thrusts with the stimulation of the vulva with the penis should increase pleasure until the woman is ready to gush with delight. In addition, the man could use his fingers in the 'come hither' motion to stimulate the woman's G-spot to intensify pleasure. The combination of G-Spot and clitoral stimulation is likely to result in a gushing orgasm. Kunyaza can be performed in a number of sex positions. The woman sitting on the man's lap, or the woman sprawled on her back with the man kneeling between her legs is said to be the most effective kunyaza positions to induce a wet orgasm. For kunyaza, technique is more important than penis size. To truly pleasure a woman with kunyaza penetration, stroke game matters! To master kunyaza, the man must be patient, self-disciplined and attentive to his lady's needs. The woman should be relaxed and comfortable to enjoy the sensation kunyaza brings. Women are encouraged to not hold back when she feels the urge to expel fluid from her loins. Couples are also encouraged to use lubricants during kunyaza to enhance pleasure. Workshop Discussion Points The topics discussed during the workshop were as follows;
Audience Reaction Below are some comments and reactions from audience members of the Kunyaza workshop;
Kunyaza Forever!
Whilst western psychologists in the 19th and 20th centuries considered clitoral orgasms as infantile and immature, African sex educators recognised the importance of clitoral stimulation to induce an orgasm hundreds of years before the West. Rwanda's kunyaza tradition is an example of how much Westerners can learn from indigenous African cultures about women's pleasure and the elusive female orgasm! To learn more about traditional Rwandan culture and the kunyaza practice , you can read my book Kunyaza: The Secret to Female Pleasure, watch the documentary film Sacred Water, or attend a kunyaza workshop! Remember #KunyazaForever! #StrokeGameMatters! Habeeb Akande, sex educator and author of Kunyaza: The Secret to Female Pleasure.
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8 August is Female Orgasm Day or International Female Orgasm Day, an unofficial holiday started in Brazil, to encourage men to satisfy their wives. The day is now celebrated around the world to raise awareness about women's right to sexual pleasure. The law was passed in Espertina, Brazil by councilman Arimateio Dantas who coined the "holiday" International Female Orgasm Day on August 8. The day wad dedicated to raising awareness of female sexuality because women have often been denied the right to explore their bodies, openly discuss sex, and experience pleasure - something Latino cultures have struggled with for centuries. Happy International Female Orgasm Day! Sex and intimacy coach Zoe Kors explains why sex is important for women. Kors says there is scientific evidence of the physiological benefits of sex for women. Engaging in sex regularly has the following effects:
From breathing exercises to muscle training, these simple tips help prolong the pleasure of penetration. Since time immemorial, men have been concerned with bedroom performance. How to last longer and satisfy their female partner has worried men for centuries. “According to the Kamasutra one of the greatest obstacles to ultimate pleasure is the mistiming of the orgasm” says Seema Anand, author The Arts of Seduction. Men generally attain orgasm far more quickly than women do. A study found 95% of heterosexual men said they “usually or always orgasm” during sexual intercourse, in comparison to 65% of heterosexual women. This phenomenon is known as the ‘orgasm gap.’ How long it takes for both men and women to orgasm, may be a crucial factor for this gap. 1 in 3 men suffer from premature ejaculation – orgasming within two minutes of intercourse. Many more men suffer from “rapid ejaculation” – orgasming quicker than it takes them of their partner to feel satisfied. As it’s International Female Orgasm Day (8 August) – a day dedicated to female pleasure, this article outlines ten practical tips for men to improve their sexual endurance with their female partner. 1. The Edging Technique Edging is a form of orgasm control where you decrease stimulation just before reaching the ‘point of no return.’ Edging is one of the most effective ways to train yourself to last longer during intercourse. It is also a common technique for avoiding premature ejaculation. Practising this technique can help you teach your mind and body to better control your orgasm response and prolong intercourse. The technique involves bringing yourself right to the edge of orgasm before stopping all stimulation until you have your excitement under control. 2. The Squeeze Technique When you are nearing climax, withdraw your penis and squeeze below the head of your penis, until the urge to come passes. Apply firm pressure with your thumb and forefinger when squeezing the penis head. As the highly aroused sensation subsides, your body will return to a less aroused state. The squeeze technique can help you last longer in bed by pushing blood out of the penis and momentarily decreasing sexual tension, which represses the ejaculatory response, says sex therapist and author of She Comes First, Ian Kerner. 3. Slow Thrusting Good sex is a marathon, not a sprint. Instead of pounding like a jackhammer, take your time to penetrate slowly. Going slowly is more sensuous, intimate, and pleasurable. Slow strokes will increase pleasure and prolong lovemaking. Changing the tempo and angle of pelvic thrusting helps delay ejaculation and extend the session! 4. Pursue Pleasure Not Porn Performance “Porn is performance,” sex educator The Village Auntie says. Great sex is about ultimately about mutual pleasure, not personal performance. Instead of trying to f*ck like a porn star, make love like an accomplished lover. Many women prefer long foreplay over quick thrusting. Communicate with your lady to find out what she wants and act accordingly. Remember her pleasure is priority. 5. Change Positions Experimenting with different positions and sensations helps some men last longer in bed, according to sex therapist Dr. Jane Greer. “The more awkward and unfamiliar, the better,” she says. Licensed sex psychotherapist Vanesa Martin recommends experimenting with “tiring or tricky” positions to delay ejaculation. You may find yourself less likely to come if your mind is focused on perfecting the new lovemaking position. 6. Think Non-Sexual Thoughts The Kamasutra advises that during lovemaking the man should constantly think of rivers, woods, caves, mountains or even a favourite arc! Thinking non-sexual thoughts is a useful trick to delay ejaculation and make you proceed more slowly and gently. 7. Kegel Exercises Kegel exercises strengthen the pubococcygeus (PC) muscle of the pelvic floor, which can help control and delay ejaculation, studies have found. The easiest way for you to find the PC muscle is to stop urinating mid-stream and tense. You’re using the PC muscle to do that! Now you have located the PC muscle, you have to train and strengthen it. To do this, contract your PC muscles and hold the contraction for three to five seconds, and then release for three seconds. The exercise can be done whilst sitting, standing or walking. Practise in sets of ten reps per day to strengthen the PC muscle. During intercourse, contracting your PC muscle when close to the point of no return will prevent ejaculation. 8. Take Breaks During Sex
Taking breaks during your lovemaking session is a simple and effective way to slow down, savour the moment, and increase mutual pleasure. When things feel as though they are reaching a conclusion prematurely, stop and do something that buys time. 9. The Kunyaza Technique The kunyaza technique involves the tapping stimulation of the clitoris and labia minora with the penis head to increase mutual pleasure. During penetrative intercourse, withdraw your penis as you approach climax and perform kunyaza. Whilst performing kunyaza, massage her clitoral hood with your penis to maintain stimulation until the sensation to climax passes. Once the sensation has passed, proceed to penetrate again. Kunyaza can help improve your ability to delay ejaculation. 10. Mindfulness and Breathing Exercises Practising mindfulness and breathing exercises can help delay ejaculation. Some men find focused breathing can almost mute the sensation on their penis. During sex, taking a deep breath in for eight to ten seconds via pursed lips and a deep breath out for six to eight seconds will release the tension and help delay the ejaculatory reflex. The increased oxygen flow can increases the erection’s firmness and keen you in control of your body. Sex and orgasms get better as women age due to confidence and hormones. Women over 36 have the most fulfilling sex lives according to a survey by contraception app Natural Cycles. The survey of 2,618 women assessed levels of:
The women were divided into three age groups:
Which Age Do Women Have Better Orgasms? Women aged 36 and over had the highest number of orgasms and the most enjoyable sex. 58% of the older group of women said they also had better quality orgasms. Almost 10% more than younger women. “The results of the survey send out a really positive message about something us women have known and expected for some time,” said Amanda Bonnier, brand manager at Natural Cycles which conducted the survey, “as you get older and get to know your body better, you can have a more enjoyable sex life and feel confident about yourself.” Bonnier told The Huffington Post. "Sex in your mid-30s and particularly after 40 is, in most cases, purely for pleasure," Cheryl Sloane, owner of sexual wellness retailer, G-Boutique told Bustle. "If a woman has had a healthy and active sex life, she knows what feels good and has the confidence to speak openly about her pleasure. With some adjustments this can be the beginning of decades of love and connection that rival those early years." Why Does Sex Get Better With Age? Confidence is key to having great sex. As women age, their sexual confidence tends to increase, which leads to a more fulfilling sex life. Women over 30 tend to be more comfortable with their bodies and have a better understanding of what they desire. According to the survey, women aged 36 and over were the most confident in their skin with 80% stating they were happy with their appearance, saying they felt “sexy and attractive.” In comparison, 70% of women aged 23 and below were confidence about their appearance, and 40% of women aged 24 to 35 said they were happy with their appearance. "I have found that many women are more comfortable in their own skin and bodies once they reach their 40s," says Tiffany Yelverton, sex educator, coach, and founder of sexual wellness company, Entice Me. "I find many women get to 40 and no longer care as much what others think, which releases anxiety and creates more confidence. At this time in life, typically the children are older and the risk of them crawling into bed is less so sex, masturbation, and self-care increases." Experience also plays a part, which is linked to increased confidence levels. "Women in their 40s have had more experiences and know their own desires and needs and are mature enough to communicate them," she says. "Confidence is sexy and others pick up on that, which I know makes me feel more sexual." Many women in their 40s experience a sense of self-liberation, increased libido and body confidence. As women age, they tend to enjoy sex and intimacy on their own terms, where they prioritise their pleasure. "Women start having the best sex of their lives as soon as they realize who they are and how they fit in the world," said sexual wellness couple Dr. Cristina Bosch and Dr. John Robinson of The Sex Docs. "Sex is about connecting with yourself through the co-creative act of intercourse. But this starts with knowing yourself first. If you don’t know yourself, then you can’t really express to your partner your needs, wants, desires, and fantasies." According to Bosch and Robinson, hormone levels can increase as women approach their 40s which is why many women experience a heightened sex drive in their 40s. Why Women’s Sex Drive Increases in Their 40s? “Women in their late 30s or early 40s need to be in the right state of mind to engage in sexual intercourse,” says Dr. Sonja Bethune, a licensed clinical psychologist to SheKnows. “Foreplay becomes essential at this stage in a woman’s life. A woman in her late 20s or early 30s may have no problem at all getting aroused, since this is typically when a woman’s sex drive increases based on her lifespan.” Dr. Jane L. Frederick suggests that social change may be the reason behind why women experience an increased libido in their 40s. “As a woman ages, she may become more comfortable with sexuality, or in some cases if she has not conceived a child, there may be an increased desire to procreate, thus creating an increase in her sex drive,” Frederick says. Sex blogger and mother of three, Katie Smith noticed her “libido was suddenly awake again” after her 41st birthday. Despite previously enjoy sex and intimacy, she noticed her sex drive mellowed in her early to mid-30s. Explaining why she feels more sexual in her 40s, Smith says, “Years of experience and feeling comfortable in our skin as well as our partners having a vasectomy or some other more freeing form of birth control is going to make us in the mood for more intimacy too. We are able to be more spontaneous, and that can be very exciting. We also find ourselves with a little more time and freedom — especially if our kids aren’t crawling into bed with us every night or needing so much from us during the day.” Some women experience a “sexual peak” in their 40s. Dr. Katharine O’Connell White, an assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology, says the "sexual peak" women experience in their 40s is mostly due to children being older and more independent, “so you have more space to be you.” Women in their 40s also have to deal with the effects of aging, and the negatively affect it may have on their sex drive. “Accept the signs of aging on your body: stretch marks, C-section scars,” White says. “Fighting aging is not conducive to feeling sexually free.” Why Sexual Pleasure Is More Important Than Sexual Activity
A sexual wellness survey of 3,000 people by LoveHoney found that 63% of respondents said sex plays an important role in overall happiness. Most of the women felt that monogamy was key to a happier sex life, with 81% saying they can have a great long-lasting sex life with the same person. A study of sexually active older women found that sexual satisfaction in women increases with age and those not engaging in sex are satisfied with their sex lives. A majority of the women reported frequent arousal and achieved orgasm (67.1%) most of the time or always, despite some having low sexual desire. The median age of the study was 67 years. Regardless of partner status or sexual activity, 61% of women in the study were satisfied with their overall sex life. "In this study, sexual activity was not always necessary for sexual satisfaction. Those who were not sexually active may have achieved sexual satisfaction through touching, caressing, or other intimacies developed over the course of a long relationship," said the study's first author Susan Trompeter. "Emotional and physical closeness to the partner may be more important than experiencing orgasm. A more positive approach to female sexual health focusing on sexual satisfaction may be more beneficial to women than a focus limited to female sexual activity or dysfunction," Trompeter concludes. |
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