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The Better Sex Through Mindfulness Workbook

A Guide to Cultivating Desire

by (author) Lori Brotto

foreword by Jen Gunter

Publisher
Greystone Books Ltd
Initial publish date
Oct 2022
Category
Sexuality, Women's Health, Sexual Instruction
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781771648370
    Publish Date
    Oct 2022
    List Price
    $22.95

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AS SEEN IN "THE PRINCIPLES OF PLEASURE" ON NETFLIX

PRAISE FOR BETTER SEX THROUGH MINDFULNESS:
"A book full of wisdom, permission, kindness, and hope."—EMILY NAGOSKI, author of Come as You Are and Burnout
"A masterpiece and masterclass in female sexuality."—IAN KERNER, New York Times-bestselling author of She Comes First

The practical workbook for readers of the acclaimed Better Sex Through Mindfulness: learn how to apply the groundbreaking research and cultivate desire in everyday life.

In her trailblazing book Better Sex Through Mindfulness, clinical psychologist Dr. Lori Brotto revealed how mindfulness can be used to treat sexual difficulties such as lack of desire, pain, and trauma. An instant favorite among sex therapists and clinicians as well as readers, the book featured a foreword by Emily Nagoski and was recommended by Dan Savage and by Dr. Jen Gunter in The New York Times.In this functional workbook, readers can apply Dr. Brotto's award-winning research in a simple, structured setting for optimal results.

Designed primarily for women, with instructions and inquiries for developing a mindfulness practice with or without a sexual partner, this guidebook also includes information relevant to men and gender diverse people. Dr. Brotto infuses her workbook with compassion and hope, inspiring gentleness and curiosity on this path towards more fulfilling and pleasurable sex for all.

About the authors

Lori A. Brotto, PhD, is a clinical psychologist, sex researcher, and Canada Research Chair in Women’s Sexual Health. She is a member of various sexuality organizations and an associate editor for Archives of Sexual Behavior. Brotto writes a monthly column called Health Advisor for the Globe and Mail and has been featured in the New York Times, the Walrus, Chatelaine, Dan Savage’s Savage Lovecast, and many other outlets. She lives in Vancouver, BC.

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Editorial Reviews

"To call this a workbook is a misnomer. This book is pure joy! Within these pages the compassionate expertise of Dr. Lori Brotto shines through. By having us stay right where we are, Dr. Brotto takes us on a delightful journey of (sexual) self discovery."
—Kathryn Hall, author of Reclaiming Your Sexual Self: How You Can Bring Desire Back Into Your Life

"This book will help you reconnect with your body, your sexuality, and your capacity for sexual pleasure."
—Dr. Meredith Chivers, Associate Professor in Clinical Psychology, Director of the Sexuality and Gender Laboratory, Queen's University, Canada

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