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Sutra Meaning for Couples

Sutra is a word from an old language. It means thread or rule. The book called the Kamasutra has many such rules about how to have sex. The rules tell you positions to use and how to move. You can use them to try new things with your partner. Choose a position and read the steps out loud. Get on the bed and get into the pose. Follow the movements described. You may need to adjust with pillows. Do this when you have time alone together. It takes practice to get the positions right.

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1. Lotus Position

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Action

Sit facing your partner on the bed. Cross your legs behind the other persons back. Wrap your arms around each other. Move your hips in small motions. Stay in this pose for as long as it feels comfortable.

Pro-Tip

Sit on a firm pillow to raise your hips if your legs get tired quickly.

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Hold the position without moving for a few minutes to focus on breathing.

2. Mare Position

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Action

One person lies flat on their back. The other person sits on top facing them. The top person squeezes with their inner muscles while moving up and down. Keep a steady pace that feels good.

Pro-Tip

The top person can practice muscle control alone before you try it together.

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The bottom person can lift their hips to meet the movements.

3. Splitting Bamboo

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Action

Lie on your back and lift one leg high. Your partner holds that leg on their shoulder while they kneel in front. They move their body in and out. Change to the other leg after five minutes.

Pro-Tip

Place a pillow under your lower back to make lifting the leg easier on your body.

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Pull the leg closer to your chest to change the angle.

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4. Elephant Position 🌶️

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Action

One person lies face down on the bed. The other person lies on top from behind and enters. Hold onto the shoulders or sides. Move with simple thrusts from the hips.

Pro-Tip

The bottom person can turn their head to the side for easier breathing.

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The top person can lift up on their arms for a different pressure.

5. Indrani Position 🌶️

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Action

Lie on your back and pull both knees up toward your chest. Your partner kneels in front and holds your ankles while entering. Keep your legs pulled in tight during the movements.

Pro-Tip

Hold your own knees if your partner needs their hands for balance.

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Rock your hips up and down while in this pose.

6. Arch Position

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Action

One person lies on their back near the edge of the bed. Lift your hips up high. The other person stands or kneels in front and holds your legs up on their shoulders.

Pro-Tip

Use your arms to support your raised body so it does not strain your back.

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The standing person can move side to side slightly.

7. Pressed Position

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Action

Lie on your back with your legs straight and pressed together. Your partner lies on top and enters while keeping your legs closed between theirs. Use short movements.

Pro-Tip

The bottom person can flex their feet to change the muscle tension.

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Cross the ankles to make the space even tighter.

8. Yawning Position 🌶️

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Action

Lie on your back and spread your legs as wide as possible. Put your feet against your partners chest or shoulders. Your partner moves forward between your legs to enter. Keep legs open wide.

Pro-Tip

Stretch your legs for a few minutes before you get into this position.

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The bottom person can pull their legs back further with their hands.

Final Tip

These positions give you specific things to do together. Pick one or two and follow the steps. Talk about them after. This can become part of your time as a couple.

Common Questions

What is the meaning of 'sutra' in Kamasutra?

It means a short rule or thread. These rules give advice on different actions to take during sex.

How do beginners try these sutra positions?

Read the steps carefully first. Use pillows for support. Go slow and check with your partner often. Stop if it does not feel good.

Do sutra positions really evolve relationships?

They give you a list of things to do together. Following them requires you to talk and adjust with each other.

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