The Erotic Mind

Unlocking the Inner Sources of Passion and Fulfillment

By: Jack Morin PhD

Narrated by: Matthew Boston

Challenging accepted theories about what makes for terrific sex, The Erotic Mind is a breakthrough exploration of the least understood dimensions of human sexuality - the psychology of desire, arousal, and fulfillment. Nationally-known sex therapist Dr. Jack Morin offers a new perspective that celebrates the joys of Eros without denying its risks.

Based on an in-depth analysis of over 1,000 provocative stories of peak sexual experiences, The Erotic Mind offers clear, accessible guidance on how anyone can utilize his or her own peak encounters and fantasies as powerful tools of self-discovery.

The Erotic Mind explains the many paradoxes of erotic life, such as why we're most excited when we must overcome obstacles; how anxiety, guilt, and anger - generally thought to have a negative impact on sexual arousal - often turn out to be aphrodisiacs; how we use unresolved issues from our early lives to intensify passion; and why the best sex is dynamic and unpredictable, rather than static and safe.

These and other insights, combined with concrete suggestions for increasing our enjoyment, overcoming our problems, and revitalizing our relationships, will change forever the way we think about eroticism.

©1995 Jack Morin, PhD (P)2022 Tantor

very insightful and thought provoking

I really appreciated the information I received listening to this book. I would definitely recommend this to anybody who's looking for a book on relationship help.

Narrator Sucks

This text is essential. Foundational. A must read for anyone diving into understanding eroticism and sexual behavior/choice. But the narrator clearly has no idea what he’s reading. The book is meant to be an educational tool providing scientific and personal insight into how the erotic mind works. But the narrator sounds like he’s angry or getting off half the time. There’s no softness, compassion or feeling in his voice, so it’s really hard to feel those things for the subjects and their authentic experiences.
I highly recommend the text. But read it. Don’t listen to it.

I don’t know what I was expecting.

I’ll say the biggest take away was how much our childhood plays into our eroticism or lack there of and how we need to collectively do a better job as educating our children about all things sex.

Thought provoking

This is an amazing, thought provoking, sex positive book that everyone should read! I liked it so much that I bought a paper copy to reread and annotate.

New level of self awareness

Very interesting information and exercises for anyone to explore. I will definitely reread a few times and hope to discuss these learnings.