Hello! Last week I partook in a course on Reiki, the Japanese-based energy healing system. In order to open the energetic channels, the Reiki Master gives the student what is called an “attunement” which is an amazing energetic opening and connecting experience. However, I’ve noticed that since that class (which was five days ago), I have not had any desire to masturbate or partake in any sexual act whatsoever. This is quite a shock for me, as my sex drive is usually much more heightened.
I have always seen sexuality and spirituality as connected, but is this beneficial that I don’t want to masturbate? Is it really self-mastery when my sex drive isn’t even there to tempt me? Buddhist monks often are celibate in order to release their earthly samara and attain enlightenment, do you think that there is a connection to increased spiritual dedication and a decrease in sexual desire?
An opinion on any of the above questions would be greatly appreciated.
Much gratitude.