Great news, friends: mercury retrograde It doesn’t have to suck… or it can suck in all the right ways.
Leah Levy is a psychologist and resident sexpert at the inclusive and open-minded dating app flueris on deck and loincloth To explain how to use the energy of Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius to add restorative fire to your boudoir game.
Because the last Mercury retrograde of the year is headed into adventure-loving, freedom-champion Sagittarius, there’s plenty of potential for playful experimentation.
However, as Levy points out, with Mercury retrograde in this sign, there’s also a danger of “over-promising, false optimism and unrealistic expectations – a recipe for sex disinterest.”Rupees!”
To make sure you’re feeling excited instead of frustrated this season, Levy is sharing six sex-positive exercises to make the most of this moment.
Read on for more details.
Revisit an old fantasy
Retrogrades activate all things with the prefix “re”: reconsider, reflect, recommit, revise, reconnect, renew, reimagine.
In-kind and in kink, this transit is an excellent time to return to past fantasy or reawaken an area of dormant physical expression.
“Mercury being retrograde is about revisiting the past. Levy suggests using this as an opportunity to reconnect with a sexual fantasy you were curious about but never explored. “Sagittarius energy encourages courage, so whether it’s role playing, trying a new toy, or experimenting with dominance and submission, now is a time to reflect and (carefully) act.”
Focus on foreplay
While Sagittarius energy champions the thrill of the chase, the retrograde period is a summons to slow down and take our time – especially when it comes to intimacy.
As Levy says, “Dedicate an evening to extended foreplay — massage, sensual flirting or even dirty talk. It can rekindle passion with a partner or make solo play more meditative and gratifying.
laugh in the bedroom
“Mercury retrograde is notorious for missteps – embrace them! Sagittarius thrive on humor, so if something goes wrong (an awkward position, a toy accident, or a jumble of your words during sexting), laugh,” suggests Levy. “Sharing these moments can deepen intimacy and remind you that sex doesn’t have to be perfect to be satisfying.”
Happiness is incomplete! Sex is hilarious! Lean in and laugh as hard as you can, friends.
Use sexting or phone sex
Mercury rules communication, and while the planet’s retrograde can cause scuffles/disruption/escalation in in-person relationships, digital intimacy can be a direct path to warmth.
“Use sexting or phone sex to explore fantasies or create sexual tension,” urges Levy. Just proofread your text before sending (Mercury can trick the autocorrect!).”
Also, double-check that the recipient of your fantasy or interesting nudity is actually your crush or partner, not a co-worker or blood relative.
Unless there’s shame on your part – looking at you, Catholic.
Try Something Bold—But Keep It Simple
“Sagittarius energy craves novelty, so consider exploring a new situation, location, or technique,” says Levy. “However, avoid anything complicated or risky that could lead to miscommunication or accidents (for example, complicated bondage setups or overly ambitious outdoor adventures).”
Re-evaluate your turn-ons
Retrograde is a time of reflection, and Sagittarius – ruled by big-betting, big-living Jupiter – encourages us to live without limits and be curious about the changing landscape of our desires.
Levy suggests using this period to figure out what really gets your blood pumping — whether through journaling about fantasies, experimenting alone or talking candidly with a partner. to do.
This sensual introspection can lead to deeper, more authentic sexual satisfaction.
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