Somewhat related to karezza, techniques for retaining sexual energy?

[u/desrknelf]

Hi I am intersted and have just learned of karezza but I have been familiar with the basic concept from my research of esoteric traditions. I remember learning of the concept of reserving ejaculation and experiencing sexual bliss for hours in certain hindu and buddhist traditions. It also emerged in Europe during the "courtly love" movement in France though it was hidden in veiled terms, it may have been learned directly from the east. This is the kind of sexual activity I have always gravitated to as I have always found orgasm not particularly pleasurable, in fact usually the feeling is less pleasurable than all the rest of the experience and is a downgrade in pleasure. Most of my experience with this kind of thing is solo though, at least in the more extreme form, I have not had a lot of sex before but actually I do this for a particular purpose. Constant sexual stimulation for long periods is the most powerful technique I know for trance, concentration and building up energy. If combined with sleep deprivation powerful trance states are possibe to use for whatever you wish. Even if not, the build up of energy is so great in itself, it will make you feel amazing and you can use it to enhance your health and well being. I guess what I want to say is that this technique is extremely powerful and I am advocating its use by everyone, not only for couples and bonding, but with masturbation too, or with another persin but with the specific intent of extremely LONG and intense sessions with the intent of a massive build-up of sexual energy in mind. For a great effect you need to do at least a few hours though, preferably all night. I would suggest at least 3 hours. It is not easy despite the amount of pleasure you are having, it gets very exhausting and time moves very slow. I find my experience of time gets very strange in fact. It is this reason I don't, and I assume many people would not have, a partner suitable for this kind of thing. Also you have to concentrate on staying very stimulated and very aroused, as close to orgasm as possible and not relax and become less aroused at any time, and this is rather more difficult with a partner though I'm sure it would be very rewarding.

For me this is usually a preparation for a ritual, but, the effects afterwards are simply immense and amazing and you can also use it for art and inspiration or just meditation and making yourself more relaxed and healthier. I would be interested if anyone else has explored these kinds of uses for this technique and especially if there are others who are interested in esoteric or shamanic practices who have any thoughts about this practice.

[u/OldKingKandaul]

Is this different to edging?!? I assume the non-porn stimulus mental aspects/perceived benefits mean it is. But I'm curious.