Line drawing of the lotus sex position with her sitting in his lap
For Deeper Connection

He sits, you climb into his lap, wrap your legs around his back and sink down. In the lotus you're chest to chest and eye to eye, rocking instead of thrusting. It's slow, it's deep, and it's as close as two people can get.

How hard is it
Medium
Best for
Deep connection
Who is in charge
Both of you
Even better with
A firm cushion

01Why the lotus feels so intense

He's as deep as he can go and barely moving. All the feeling comes from small circles of your hips, the pressure on your clit and the fact that you can't look away from each other.

Because it's slow, it's a brilliant position for lasting longer and for coming together.

02How to get into the lotus position

  1. 1

    Sit him down

    He sits cross legged on the bed or floor, with his back against the headboard or a wall if he needs support.

  2. 2

    Climb into his lap

    Face him, kneel over his lap and lower yourself onto him.

  3. 3

    Wrap your legs around him

    Cross your ankles behind his back and put your arms around his neck. He holds your lower back or your ass.

  4. 4

    Rock and grind

    Rock your hips forward and back in slow circles. He pulls you in on each one.

03Easier ways to do it

  • On a cushion

    He sits on a firm cushion to lift his hips. Much kinder on his legs.

  • Legs out

    He stretches his legs out straight instead of crossing them.

  • On a chair

    Do the same thing on a sturdy chair. That's chair sex, and it's easier on everyone.

04Make the lotus hotter

  • Breathe together. Match your breath to his and slow everything down.
  • Press your foreheads together and keep your eyes open.
  • Kiss slowly and deeply while you rock.
  • Stop completely for a few seconds right before you come, then start again.

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