2. Examine your genitals. Women can sit on the bed and use a hand mirror (and flashlight) because the female genitals are less obvious than men’s. Open the lips and notice colors, moistness, shapes.
3. Examine your first chakra (your base center located around your anal area, the symbol of security). An easier position to do this for men and women is to squat. As in the genital exam for women, men can use a mirror and flashlight to see more clearly. Notice colors and skin texture.63 Chapter 5 ? Prep Your Body Temple of Love
Describe Your Sexual Parts Inside and Out
Most men have looked at their genitals, because they’re so accessible every time they go to the bathroom. In contrast, women have been taught not to look-and even today most females are shy or unsure of what’s “down there.” I am always surprised at how little even sophisticated men and women know about their sexual parts. I remember not knowing much when I was young-my mother just gave me books to read, and my confusion lasted until I was well into my 20s. Compare your descriptions of your body to the following figures, which show the major parts of the male and female genitalia.
Both men and women should note the following:
- There are actually sets of muscles in the
pelvic area, including those around the genitals and around the anal openings, that play an important role in sexual toning and excitement. These are affectionately called the love muscles; I’ll tell you more about them a little later in this chapter.
