Anakosha

The Gentle Path to Sexual Sharing

XXAnakosha is a community of friends who have given themselves permission to add to the joy of friendship the close personal intimacy of sexual expression.

XXWe believe the desire for sexual intimacy with others is normal, an inherent part of our human nature, and that by adopting standards of considerate behavior, it can be channeled into a way of living that affirms friendship, marriage, responsibility, sensitivity and trust.

XXThe reason Anakosha exists is to offer a different entry into this culture. There are plenty of nightclubs which offer fun and excitement, a "wild and crazy" time, and that works for some people. But we think most people want to approach an intimate culture such as ours by taking enough time to learn about it and become comfortable with it. Our approach is to offer a gradual, thoughtful approach to friends on the basis of solid values of honesty, trust and sensitivity and consideration for others. The time required may take a day or it may take years. It shouldn't be rushed, but when the comfort is there, it shouldn't be delayed.

XXWomen in the Lifestyle: Anakosha is especially supportive of women, not only those who need time to adapt their feelings to something as unconventional as sexual sharing, but also those who are naturally enthusiastic about it.

XXNo matter how wide the range of sexual enthusiasm, women have a lot to tell men about how to approach intimate connections. Nature made their sexual roles different, and if men don't understand both the obvious and the subtle differences, they won't get together with the women. That's why we sponsor regular conferences in which women meet, and men meet, and the two groups share information and concerns.

XXIn fact, we like to say that feminine values predominate in Anakosha, and that Anakosha is more Venusian than Martian. To a considerable extent, the direction of Anakosha is determined by women, because most Anakosha men are wise enough to know that a harmonious balance in sexual sharing results from that.

XXFor more about our philosophy, click here.

XXAnakosha is a non-profit corporation organized for the purposes of education and exploration of human sexuality and love in the context of marriage and alternative relationships, and the spiritual connotations of those relationships, with emphasis on the concept of sexual sharing.

XXOur goals include bringing people together to learn about this concept, establishing local circles of friendship wherever there are like-minded people, around the country and around the world.

XXWe're creating new programs and services now, and will be announcing them soon. To receive those announcements by email, please sign our guestbook.

XXFor inquiries, email us.