Women's Anatomy of Arousal

I love, love, love your book, Sheri, the Anatomy of Woman's Arousal. We used it as one of our texts last year at the Certification for Sexological Bodyworkers. I'm rereading it and getting into the walls, ceiling and floor of the vagina...got to love the vestibular bulbs, urethral sponge and perineal area. I really enjoy the way you relate the design of the anatomy to facilitating fertilization and to the exquisite joy of sex and sensuality. The hot tips for guys in each chapter are great. I've been teaching my partner from your book as we explore my anatomy. I've also been teaching other women and men which is really wonderful and gratifying. Thank you for taking the time, energy, money and resources to put your wisdom and experiences in that book.

Most definitely a knowledgeable, well presented, information packed, highly educational and realistically written guide to a woman's physical sexuality I have ever read. Every woman and in fact men who truly appreciate women need a copy of this book.

oooh this book is amazing ~ everyone old enough to have sex should have a copy, really.... can you imagine if teenagers were properly educated? heck even grownups! - no running to find a partner, hoping to have pleasure... it actually works best this way: figure out what brings you pleasure first, then you bring that to the relationship (whatever it is that you have) - lots of pix, many historical - lots of art, diagrams, very enlightening.
I originally bought as Kindle copy - well on a tiny screen it's a struggle to see pix... so i ordered a hard copy....i mean Kindle is okay for pure text, but if there are any sort of pix, hard copies rule.... plus i like being able to flip through the pages... plus a hard copy you can read in bed with your partner (yes, there are Hot Tips for Guys in here as well!!)....

Well written, and a guide to opening your mind to all things sexual. The book is like an instruction manual for men, one we need. It was also great at encouraging us both to dump the taboos of talking about sex and trying things. We've been having good sex for over 16 years, but now it's better than ever. Reading it together is a very strong aphrodisiac that facilitates exploration. Read it and enjoy.

Unbelievably detailed book on how women think and feel about their sex. Everything is covered from sexual philosophy and hangups on every culture, to the psychology of sex, to incredibly detailed medical anatomy lessons. Buy it for your girlfriend and read it first.

Whether you are having difficulties in your sexual relationships or you are seeking to expand your sexual horizons this book will facilitate the journey to your inner lover. It was exciting to read this book and talk to my partner about what I was learning. The authors wisdom actual re-directed my sexual frustration into a healthy new way for my wife an I to advance on our path together.

Very thorough and informative, but I sometimes a bit much for me. I bought this as part of a gift package for my husband but after flipping through it realized there was no way he would ever read it with all of the goddess talk. Since I missed the deadline to return, I am stuck with it and have been reading through it myself. The oft repeated advice for me to love all of my parts just as they are and for my partner to ask me what I like in bed may have been more relevant when I was 20 than 40. I decided it was not for me after I read her advice to men to shower our lady parts with compliments and even bring them flowers, so that we can overcome the ingrained cultural shame of womanhood. There is certainly some truth to that, but if my husband started to compliment me on the beauty of my cha-cha I have to say it would kill the mood for me. You will love this book if you are into tapping into that 'inner goddess' or need to work through some body issues; or you just want a very thorough overview of female genital anatomy. It does dedicate some time to the juicy stuff, but if you are looking for a saucy sex manual for you and your woman/man to flip through on the weekend look elsewhere.

The book would be great for younger individuals! But, for older better "educated" in any number of subjects there is no real "new" or "better" information. It is not "Ground Breaking" or "new" information.

If you know little or nothing about the female anatomy and arousal, this is a book to get you started. I guess I might recommend this book to a young married couple that wants to move from fumbling around in the back seat of a car to real love making. On the other hand, if you have some experience with the female O, then this book is not going to take you anywhere new. In my opinion, this book tries too hard to be art or religion or something more than it is. Beyond the anatomy lesson, this book seems to embrace some new age views that may make some readers uncomfortable.

The writing is good, but my Kindle version seems to have cut out sentences on the bottom on some pages. There is a ton of history (way too much for me, so I skipped it). There's very much on Buddhism spiritual stuff (I don't have the time and I'm not into that stuff, so I ended up skimming over 90 percent of the book). As a man I was concerned that it was going to be too feminine and say to be sensitive, but surprisingly it was balanced where the man can be masculine, just to start off going slower until she is really aroused and then have variation. I actually liked that a woman author in a few places said those words because I don't consider them "dirty words" and I think that's something wrong with our close-minded society and why many people are messed up. If some women are very self-inhibited from repressive social conditioning, then a few of the sentences and the mirror during stimulation could help these women relax and open up. I thought the best part of the book was the reframing of a word that society uses as a negative term to call women who are expressive in this area, into a positive term (I've written about this myself and I've heard it said by others in videos, but this is the first book I have seen it in, and I like this type of women). The book had a lot about the anatomy of this area of a woman's body, with some, but not enough on specific techniques to use to arouse this anatomy. I already knew that the button down there also has a shaft and legs on both sides in there. The main thing I learned about anatomy was the Vestibular Bulbs on each sides of the opening, so I think that was what made my purchase ok because this will be something to explore further. Most are aware of the G-Spot by now. A main point men would get out of this is to make sure to get her mind and her entire body very aroused (just don't right off go to her main area) before gradually getting to that main area, and even when finally down there continue the teasing and stimulation of that area for quite a while and don't put anything in until she is VERY aroused.

As a middle-aged, plus-sized, average woman married 25 years who had never experienced a climax, to stumble upon this book has been an incredible blessing, to say the least. After reading it aloud to my husband on our road trip to the beach, we found freedom, healing, and other pleasures unknown to me before including (my first as well as) several orgasms. My husband also mentioned several times how helpful, detailed, and encouraging the book was for him. We are both so encouraged!

I have been a doula as well as birthing my 6 kiddos naturally....I had resigned myself to being satisfied with my ability to birth naturally and help others reach that goal, but had given up on ever having orgasm. I've tried to be content with the success and sacredness of the procreating part of my sexuality, and accept that I just wasn't ever gonna really like or 'get' the sex part. One of the important things I discovered through Sheri's book was that so much of the feelings and words I use with my doula clients are mirrored in sexual response. Why this surprised me, I don't know, but her book helped me tap into those resources. I've always loved birth, but now I can say I've experienced BOTH sides of my female sexuality. Of course there's much more than this particular connection in the book, but it was one point that really helped me due to my experiences with giving and coaching birth.

I can't say what made me order this particular book except that I had been having a mind and heart shift recently, read the reviews, and I dared to grasp a shimmer of hope that someone could help me try again. Thankfully, Sheri's Women's Anatomy of Arousal was a perfect fit. Her relaxed tone, fun personality, and extremely clear illustrations and instructions were exactly what I've needed and craved from a sex manual. Although I can understand the book might seem offensive to some due to her use of 'charged' words, artwork, and uninhibited embrace of all things sexual (I'm a fairly conservative mother after all), her tone and intention stem from a pure motive; to enlighten us that human beings are created to enjoy sex as a connected and intertwined part of our existence, and this is why our bodies/minds/hearts/spirits are hardwired for incredible pleasure. Sometimes we need a direct, forthright, and boldly presented path to find our way through the jungle of shame, mixed cultural messages, and the constraints of society. If that's where you find yourself, needing a fun-loving, extremely knowledgeable, supportive and affirming guide, take Sheri's hand and enjoy the journey!

In this captivating and didactic book, Sheri Winston takes us readers on a journey to expand our knowledge and understanding of Sexuality, and become more wholesome and connected.
From a macro to a microscopic view, the author brings this topic to a wide context, from Ancient societies, to culture, anatomy, spirituality, etc. bringing to light the understanding that the sexual experience develops from the relationship with the self, and connects us with the primal life forcé.

From re visiting old myths of Gods and Saints, to taking a closer look to the mixed messages given by doctors, movies, educators and fantasies throughout our time.
The author takes back the study of the body in a more accurate way, emphasising on not only anatomy, but the divinity of women, fertility and the importance of finding a balance between male and female energies, specially within sacred partnership.

Being ignorance the opposite of bliss, this book educates us, giving the right information, tools and tips, so that we can reach our máximum erotic potential.

In today's world, where science supports the idea of energy being produced in the human body, this piece is an incentive to explore ourselves in a whole new way, not only taking in consideration energetic activity in our mind body and soul but also exploring breath, movement, sound, and touch.

Sheri compares the sexual experience with a symphony or an orchestra in which we are the composers, and every piece of the composition is connected, from orgasm to breast feeding.

Highlighting what She calls ¨sexual arousal¨ as an altered state of consciousness, the author teaches us everything we need to re’ learn, to have a healthy happy magical and sacred sexuality, from the full spectrum of the orgasm, to the integration of sexuality with the being as a whole. In this book we are given valuable tools, and tips for men and woman, using a vocabulary that is easy to relate to, such as the ärousal staircase¨.

This book, helps and supports women in their path to explore their sexual potential, giving detailed tips and pictures, it encourages them to explore their bodies and voice their needs.

Get ready to go on a journey from the physical, to the mental and emotional bodies, learn the tools to integrate all these áreas to have a wholesome erotic experience, and reach true sexual maturity.

We are being invited to see the goddess like qualities in women, connect to our erotic sexy selves, reach higher states of consciousness, and to find the divine and spiritual aspect of the erotic experience.

This review is for people like me who believe sex is a sacred thing between a man and a wife and who have opposing views to the norm. I thought this would be more educational and less of a descriptive sexually explicit read. The pictures are just weird and disturbing and the language of the book is harsh. The part about yin and yang was interesting but just go get a book on that. The most frustrating thing about this book is that it is all about masturbating and I am just not willing to go there. This book was highly recommended by a friend, but it is not for everyone.

One of my passions and concerns is how America has evolved into a sexualized nation that "uses" sex to sell just about anything on TV and works to reach our young children to bring them into this world, just to sell! At the same time, I believe these young children have no real idea about their own sexuality--they merely copy from what they learn from their peers or, again, from TV, movies and even books and magazines.

It is never too late to learn about your sexuality; it is never too early to learn either, with proper guidance!

Sheri Winston is head of The Center for the Intimate Arts and has the academic background the credentials I would look for when wanting to discuss sex. She also includes in the front of the book many testimonials from other experts in her field. That was also very important to me!

But most important, Sheri Winston supports a wholistic approach to Sexuality. Here is a summary of the Five Principles of Wholistic Sexuality:

Wholistic Sexuality is first and foremost about your connection with yourself.
Sex is about all the ways we connect with everyone and everything.
We're on a lifelong journey of learning and discovery.
Sexual and relationship skills can and need to be learned.
Learning depends on accurate, useful models.(p. 44)

Winston notes that although we live in a culture where we use sex blatantly in many ways. At the same time "we are living in a culture that limits people's ability to comfortably talk about sex..."(p. 42)

That's outstanding, isn't it?

So, where do women (and men) turn to find out how, when, and why our sexuality is so important to us? I was impressed with Winston's book and would wholeheartedly support it for those who are honestly seeking to find their way through the maze of "entertainment-type" learning that places sex right in the middle of all of the dramas of our lives.

You know what? This book is both fun and interesting. The author is not afraid to use those words that are "whispered" normally, nor is she ashamed to discuss each detail about the woman's body as it relates to her sexuality. There are extensive graphics and explanations. She includes historical information as well as those spiritual writings that first discussed and identified, for instance, the Yin (Masculine) and Yang (Feminine) energetic patterns; i.e., the estrogen and testosterone that we all have within us.

Women's Anatomy of Arousal: Secret Maps to Buried Pleasure by Sheri Winston included everything I could think of that I would want to have available to me. You know, though, that I must add a personal note...isn't it sad that most of our teachings in sexuality come from the ancient eastern civilizations and artists. Here we are in the year 2010, in a culture that uses sexual words as slang or rough daily talk. May each of you find your own path, perhaps through Sheri Winston's help!

By the way, there are hints and a chapter dedicated to men. I consider this a must-read for all women; and mothers--use it to help your daughters properly learn. Perhaps the most important is Honoring the Sacredness of Sex. (P. 204) I close with a brief look at the tools and skills of the Heart. (p. 181-182)

Witnessing, Open-Heartedness, Respect, Compassion and Forgiveness, Giving and Receiving, Loving Intention and Loving Action... Words quite different from that everyday F word, aren't they?

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I love non-fiction about bodies, especially when it's written with a wonderful sense of humor (I'm a huge fan of Mary Roach's work, for example -- if you love to nerd out about sex, definitely check out Bonk!). I picked this book up at a conference after flipping through it and seeing the headline, "Lewd and Lascivious Ligaments." I knew immediately that I had to buy it!

Whether you're looking to spice up your love life or just get to know the human body better -- or both -- this is an invaluable addition to your bookshelf. Don't know what the vestibular bulbs are, and why they're important to female arousal? Well, now you can, and enjoy yourself along the way (in many ways!) with practical advice, "homework" (or as she calls it, "homeplay"), and plenty of laughs -- not to mention wonderful illustrations of erotic art from around the world on each page. A must-read!

I heard about this book after reading Grandpa Does Grandma and Seasoned Romance. I figured that it was unnecessary, since I was a senior who had a lifetime of experience, but I humored my friend.

All three books are amazing, even (especially) for senior women.

What better time that during our 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s to discover more about arousal, anatomy, and pleasure. Heck, I even like the "homework" in each chapter.

I'd recommend this for any woman who wants more romance and zest. It's a great sexual primer, but it's also filled with advanced tips for bringing the zing back into intercourse and self-pleasuring.

I'll bet you never thought you'd read something like that from a great-grandma!

Added note: Great-grandpa is truly enjoying all the benefits of his wife reading these books that I've mentioned. Lots of homework, right?

I am a wholistic health and energy management practitioner. Any food or supplement or reading I use that I consider important to my mental, physical, emotional, spiritual health is tested energetically for the “truth” and integration of it before my consumption. I have no life to waste on careless consumption in these realms. My recommendations reflect this process. This book is highly truthful, and I wish I had read it at 20 yo. No kidding, all men and women should read this to empower and enrich their relationship, with themselves and each other. Life is fleeting, enjoy it, and each other.

I was skeptical at first when I started reading this book and as I read on I found alot of truth in what Sheri was talking about and put things in perspective for me. I would recommend this book for men and women of all ages, learn and learn some more.

The author really knows what she's talking about and that's it. Sheri Winston has all the ingredients to make this a complete guide book to pleasure your woman. And the author being a woman, it is safe to say that she knows what she really is talking about. And reading this after I read Tantric Sex: Achieve More Than Orgasm makes me feel that I could satisfy my partner and at the same time will have my own sexual bliss as well.

I figured the buzz I was hearing about Sheri Winston's book on sexuality was hype. People calling it the best book on sexuality in decades; people saying it was life changing. Well, this hype-allergic male found it earned its praises. Not only is the writing inviting and informative, not only is the book lovely to look at and to hold, but it is flat-out useful, inspiring, wise and kind. I thought I knew the terrain pretty well, given a life of experience--I had another think coming. I would be surprised if any reader, from novice lover to old roue, didn't learn from every chapter, and deepen her or his sexual life as a result. Thank you Sheri. Oh, and my lover thanks you too. Again and again.

This book has a profound insight on the female anatomy. It offers advice that is not only practical but crucial for women looking to understand their bodies. I am actually quite embarrassed to say that I knew very little about my own body. Although, this is not a "how-to" about all women, but a handbook for finding out more about and connecting more with your actual partner. This is definitely required for all my future potential love interests, believe me!

A daring author, who writes from her experience of fundamentals of apparatus, function, and energies of human sexuality. This profound and informative work is brave and critical. It crosses all boundaries of tradition and pulls us along to enhanced understanding of the temple in which we live, women and men alike.

RH...born in the rural conservative south

I am thrilled about Sheri Winston's book 'Women's Anatomy of Arousal'. It is something I will suggest to many of my female friends. From the title, to the pictures, to the very important information about our bodies, and of course to her secret maps to our buried treasure, this book is eye candy and nourishment to all the senses.
In this book, Sheri brought me on a tour of sexuality that is exciting and powerful and playfully put, her wit, humor and wonderful way with words and metaphors are a joy to read. She also includes great tips for men which I think they will enjoy and appreciate very, very much. In reading this book I have connected in an even deeper way to my own joy as a woman and most essentially to the powerful pleasure of sexuality and sensuality that are mine to enjoy.

Written for the intelligent inquisitive seeker of carnal knowledge.
Honestly I did not know I had such interesting anatomy. Thank you Sheri for enlightening me on my magnificent creation of a body, as well as my mind and spirit. Bravo!

the anatomy of arousal not only will give you helpful information on how to arouse your partner but will also arouse your brain to understand the anatomy of the female body and it's potential for pleasure. the book is well written with lots of drawings that make the words even more informative. i highly recommend it.

There are interesting books and then again there are books that really make a difference in one's life. My wife and I have found one of the latter for us. This is a book that combines tantric spirituality, state of the art western physiology, and loving humor to provide the best human body user's manual I have ever come across. And a great wedding or anniversary gift for future celebrations.

This book is essential for both guys and girls who want to discover the answers to realized and unrealized questions. It provides an elegant and well-organized breakdown of the sexual anatomy that both women and men can comprehend without having to "study".