Nine shallow and one deep
The "nine shallow and one deep" technique, a classic sexual technique, is widely recorded in ancient books. It not only reflects the ancients' profound understanding of human physiology but also contains profound philosophical implications.
In ancient Chinese culture,The Art of SexAs an important part of Taoist health preservation, it emphasizes achieving [health benefits] through sexual intercourse.yin and yangThe purpose is to harmonize and prolong life.
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Nine shallow and one deep originates from "Su Nu JingSexology classics such as "The Art of Sexuality" may seem like simple descriptions of actions on the surface, but they actually encompass the mysteries of rhythm control, breathing regulation, and interaction between men and women.
According to ancient texts, "nine shallow and one deep" exercises can enhance male potency.staying powerIt can also help women achieve orgasm, thereby achieving a balance of physical and mental health for both partners.
The Origin and Legends of the Classic of Plain Girl
The *Su Nu Jing* is one of the most famous ancient Chinese works on sexology, traditionally believed to have been written during the reign of the Yellow Emperor, several centuries BC. The Yellow Emperor, as an ancestor of Chinese civilization, is considered one of the founders of Daoist thought.
This book emphasizes "love and pleasure," meaning that both men and women must be in harmony and mutually agreeable before engaging in sexual activity; otherwise, it is harmful to health. This view reflects the Daoist concept of...Harmony between man and natureThe concept of "".
Influence of related ancient books
Besides the *Su Nu Jing*, the phrase "nine shallow and one deep" also appears in other ancient texts. For example, in the *Su Nu Jing*...Jade Chamber SecretsThe text summarizes a 16-character proverb:Nine shallow, one deep, three on the right, three on the left, sway as ifeelGo, advanceleechstep."
vernacular:
- Three on the right and three on the leftRepeat three times on each side.
- Swaying like an eel"Bai" means to swing or twist; "manxing" means to move as flexibly and tortuously as an eel swimming, emphasizing arc and roundness.
- Advancing like a leechThe leech is a creature that moves by extending and retracting its body, exhibiting both suddenness and a close, continuous movement close to the ground. It emphasizes that when moving forward, it takes small, steady, stealthy steps or has a penetrating force.
This describes basic male techniques in sex, emphasizing rhythm and variation. The Dongxuanzi further explains the details of the movements, pointing out that there should be nine shallow thrusts and one deep thrust, with the breathing rhythm as the measure.
Detailed explanation and techniques of "Nine shallow and one deep"
Literal and deeper meaning
"Shallow" refers to insertion shallowly into the vagina (about 1.5 inches, or 3-4 centimeters from the vaginal opening), while "deep" refers to penetration to the "GV16" (the junction with the cervix). During intercourse, the man needs to perform nine shallow insertions followed by one deep insertion, while simultaneously using...Inhale the woman's exhaled breathIn order to achieveYin and Yang Harmony.
Core skills:
- Insert initialThe penis is gently inserted in a "weak insertion" manner, only shallowly (the glans and anterior part, about 1/3 outside the vagina, stimulating sensitive areas such as the glans and clitoral hood).
- Nine ShallowsPerform 9 times (or 8 times, etc., an imaginary number; the key is to perform more shallow than deep repetitions).Shallow and slow thrustingThe movements should be gentle and small in amplitude, including swaying from side to side (such as "right to left" or "swaying like an eel"), rotating, or lightly flicking, to fully rub the outer part of the vagina and the clitoral area. The speed should be slow (about once per second) to allow the woman to gradually accumulate pleasure.
- One deep: The 10th time exerting forceDeep insertion once(Go as deep as possible, but without damaging the cervix), you can pause briefly or grind (rotate left and right, press down) to stimulate the sensitive spots deep inside. After deep insertion, you can immediately withdraw to the shallow end and continue.
- Cyclic changesIt can be fixed at "nine shallow and one deep", or advanced to a gradual pattern (such as 9 shallow and 1 deep → 8 shallow and 2 deep → 7 shallow and 3 deep... until balanced), increasing the variation and intensity. The total number of times can reach 81 (the number of nine times nine, the full number of yang).
- draw outWithdraw forcefully (but not completely) to increase stimulation and control the rhythm. You can tighten your anus or use your mind to control the movement during withdrawal to avoid premature ejaculation.
Combining "weak entry, strong exit":
- Relax and be gentle during insertion (soft insertion) to reduce your own sensitivity.
- When withdrawing, tighten the pelvic floor muscles (Kegel exercise) and exert force (forceful withdrawal) to enhance the woman's sense of envelopment and the man's control.
- Overall: advance slowly and retreat quickly, sometimes slow and sometimes fast, sometimes deep and sometimes shallow, coordinated with breathing (inhale and thrust shallowly, exhale and thrust deeply or vice versa).
Posture suggestions:
- Male on top: Easier to control depth.
- Woman on top: The woman can actively adjust the depth.
- Side-lying or rear-entry position: Change the angle to stimulate different areas.
- After each round, take a short break, hold her tenderly, observe her reaction, and then continue.
variationVariations include "eight shallow and two deep," all emphasizing rhythm like the strings of a musical instrument. In ancient China, some clever people utilized...AcupunctureThe principle is used to cultivate sensual foreplay before intercourse.
benefitFor men, avoid paralysis andPremature ejaculationFor women, stimulating sensitive areas enhances pleasure. Taoists believe this replenishes essence and vital energy, and prolongs life.
G-spot stimulation: The physiological mystery of nine shallow and one deep stimulations
The scientific definition of the G-spot
Point GThe Grafenberg spot, located approximately 5-8 centimeters from the anterior wall of the vagina, is a highly sensitive area. Modern medical research shows that stimulation of the G-spot can induce intense orgasms, even ejaculation. Physiologically, female orgasms occur in two locations: the clitoris and the G-spot in the vaginal muscle layer. Both can be stimulated by friction from the glans penis, resulting in pleasure for the woman.
| A) Anterior labial conjunction E) Posterior labial conjunction I) urinary tract | B) clitoral circumcision F) Clitoris J) vaginal opening | C) labia minora G) Inner surface of labia majora K) Labial Ties | D) labia majora H) vaginal vestibule |
How to stimulate the G-spot using the "nine shallow and one deep" technique
In the "nine shallow, one deep" technique, shallow penetration nine times increases the chances of friction on the G-spot because the shallow penetration depth is controlled at the G-spot location. Experts suggest that shallow penetration should be gentle, avoiding excessive force, so that the partner can feel mild stimulation while increasing G-spot friction. If the penis is shallowly and slowly thrusting, the chances of rubbing the G-spot are greater.
Although the ancients did not have the concept of "G-spot", from the perspective of modern sexual anatomy, "nine shallow and one deep" is consistent with the sensitive distribution of the posterior two-thirds of the female vaginal opening.
For example, using short, deep, thrusting movements can reach deep into the vagina.Point GandPoint AAt the same time, they reached their climax.The Complete Sex Guide to A-Spot
Practical Application
In practice, combining foreplay such as caressing can enhance G-spot sensitivity. Ancient texts describe female bodily responses, such as flushed face, firm breasts, and nasal sweating, which can serve as indicators of successful G-spot stimulation.
Physiological and sensory principles
- For womenShallow penetration primarily stimulates the clitoral crura and the anterior vagina (highly sensitive areas), accumulating arousal; occasional deep penetration brings a sense of "fullness" and internal impact pleasure, creating a tension of "wanting to resist but also wanting to," making it easier to reach orgasm (especially G-spot or vaginal orgasm). Varying the rhythm avoids monotony and prolongs the pleasure.
- For menThe technique of using shallower, shallower pressure reduces excessive friction on the glans penis, helping to delay ejaculation. Combined with Kegel exercises, breath-holding, and mental focus (thinking about another place) it helps control ejaculation. Ancient people believed it could "replenish the brain with essence," while modern understanding sees it as raising the ejaculation threshold.
- overallIt enhances synchronicity, promotes blood flow and hormone release in the pelvis, and increases intimacy.
How to prevent premature ejaculation using the "nine shallow and one deep" method
This technique involves controlling the pace, limiting the number of penetrations, and avoiding each "..."Straight to the heart of the enemyThis technique, known as "nine shallow strokes followed by one deep stroke," aims to prevent rapid friction from triggering ejaculation. According to modern medicine, rapid and intense penile friction easily induces ejaculation; the "nine shallow strokes followed by one deep stroke" method can effectively regulate arousal energy and prolong intercourse.Fast, slow, deep, shallowAlternating between them can reduce energy loss.
Ancient texts suggest that "nine shallow thrusts followed by one deep thrust" or "eight shallow thrusts followed by two deep thrusts" can help men maintain rational control, bringing pleasure and orgasm to women. The specific method involves calming the mind and steadying breathing, then slowly penetrating using the nine shallow thrusts followed by one deep thrust, or two fast thrusts followed by eight slow thrusts. To avoid ejaculation, continuously withdraw while contracting the shoulder and armpit areas.
"Nine shallow, one deep" is not only a widely circulated sexual technique, but also one of the behavioral therapies used clinically to treat premature ejaculation. Its corresponding professional English terminology is... stop-start technique(Interruption-start therapy)
The core of this therapy lies in:When the man feels that ejaculation is imminent, he should immediately stop stimulation and wait for the excitement to subside before resuming..
Through this conscious practice of controlling the rhythm and intensity of stimulation, patients can gradually develop control over ejaculation. Usually, with professional guidance and continuous practice for about three to six months, most people can significantly improve their premature ejaculation problem of "ejaculating in less than a minute after penetration," making it an effective non-drug treatment.
Modern Applications
Modern sexology has adopted this technique for the treatment of premature ejaculation, such as...KegelExercise strengthens the pelvic floor muscles. Many theories of sexual techniques emphasize that penile insertion should not be too deep, and thrusting should be slow and even to avoid premature ejaculation.
Scientific Explanation and Modern Application
Modern medicine has confirmed that the "nine shallow and one deep" exercise, similar to sexual health exercises, can improve sexual dysfunction. From a sexological perspective, the ancients' discussions on sex have some merit.
Ancient Chinese sexual techniques emphasized the importance of semen and stressed the need to protect it to minimize loss; the concept of "drawing on female essence to replenish oneself" refers to this. Modern research shows that this can promote hormonal balance. Combining G-spot stimulation with the effect of preventing premature ejaculation, this technique remains valuable in modern times.
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