Sexologist Alexa Andre (@sexwithalexa) gets in bed with Ashley Manta to explore the world of energetic sex: what it is, how it works, and whether you can actually feel pleasure, connection, or even orgasm without physical touch.

They break down the concept of the energetic body vs the physical body, how breath, presence, and visualization play a role in directing energy, and how practices rooted in tantra, mindfulness, and somatic awareness can expand what we think of as sex. Ashley explains how energy can be shared between partners (with consent), how couples can sync breath and build intimacy without touch, and how techniques like eye gazing, chakra visualization, and intention-setting are used in workshops.

The conversation covers everything from solo exploration to partnered experiences like “energetic penetration,” heart-to-heart connection exercises, and combining touch with energy to enhance sensation. They also discuss real workshop experiences where beginners reported feeling physical sensations, emotional releases, and even orgasms while fully clothed.

Topics discussed:

What “energetic sex” is
Energetic body vs physical body
Breathwork and presence in sexual experiences
Visualization and directing energy
Solo energetic pleasure practices
Partnered energetic connection
Eye gazing and breath syncing
Chakra system and energy movement
Hand energy exercise (feeling energy between palms)
Energetic “penetration” concept
Combining physical touch with energy
Workshop experiences and beginner reactions
Reports of no-touch orgasms
Emotional and somatic responses (shaking, release)
Building confidence in energetic practices
Energetic kink and power dynamics
Energetic restraint and roleplay
Tuning into a partner’s “frequency”
Feedback cues and responsiveness
Breath orgasms vs other orgasm types
Laughgasms, coregasms, and non-traditional orgasms
Expanding definitions of pleasure
Self-pleasure and manifestation practices
Using orgasmic energy for intention-setting
Longer orgasm experiences
Tantra workshops and festivals
Tantric massage (what it may involve)
Skepticism vs openness
Long-distance energetic connection
Phone sex using energy and visualization
Alexa’s personal experiment and results