into each of the chakras.   5. SETTLING Use whatever spiritual practice best calms and centers you for a few moments. Sit quietly, meditate, gaze into each other's or your own eyes in the mirror, share affirmations of love and affection, recall times and places of pure joy, or anything else that makes you feel good. Ritually undress each other, whispering endearments and compliments as each part of the body is revealed.   PRACTICE: Solo Sacred Gate Strokes   Description Instead of approaching self-exploration in a clinical detached way, we recommend you enter into the ritual space of honoring yourself, your body, and your spirit in a sensual way. You're about to discover divine secrets hidden for too long. You've already searched for your G-Spot area. If not, do the Solo Sacred Gate Discovery Practice first from Section 5.6 or incorporate it into the following steps. If you can't make any position work this way, skip to the sex toys practice that follows. You do realize that your only aim here is to feel pleasure, right? Orgasm isn't the goal. Total healing in one session is not the point. Expecting mind-blowing fireworks every timeis not your purpose. Remember, if you feel any physical strain, emotional tension, or strong resistance, only go as far as is comfortable, take a break, and relax.   Purpose To experiment with the four basic Sacred Gate massage strokes to discover what you prefer.   1. PREPARE WITH 5 TANTRIC S's Supplies, Showering, Setting, Stretching, & Settling. Arrange yourself in front of a mirror for this solo practice if you can.   2. STIMULATING Caress your own or your partner's whole body, long and sensuously, with oil if she wants. Begin without focusing on the most erogenous zones. As Shakti heats up, concentrate more on her breasts and other powerful external trigger spots. Don't forget to ask permission before touching yoni and clio. Be sure to use your communication skills to stay in touch and flow together. Continue stimulation until Shakti is highly aroused and wet.   3. IN & OUT & HOLD Using one finger, begin the in-&-out stroke slowly and gently, gradually going deeper. Each time you penetrate a little further, stop and hold until you're ready to continue. If you pay careful attention, you'll know to move on when you sense you've relaxed, become more present and sensitive, or feel more strongly. As your Sacred Gate swells, explore its center, sides, gutters, and tail. Experiment with two or more fingers to see what you prefer.