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Tantric Dating: Bringing Love and Awareness to the Dating Process
Tired of the conventional dating scene and its cold, rejecting, non-loving atmosphere? Tantric Dating teaches a new mindset and shares exercises to help you bring love and awareness to the dating process.
110 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 1, 2020
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About the author
Catherine Auman
13 books72 followersCatherine Auman LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) is the author of the bestselling The Tantric Mastery Series, as well as other books for personal and spiritual growth, relationships, and sacred sexuality. Her books have won the Nautilus and National Indie Book awards, and her book Tantric Dating was named one of the Best Dating Books of All Time by BookAuthority.
Catherine is a spiritual psychotherapist and the Director of The Transpersonal Center in Los Angeles, California. She has advanced training in traditional psychology as well as the wisdom traditions. Catherine lived for a year at the Osho ashram in India – a full-time immersion in tantra and meditation – and she has studied and practiced tantra, love, sex, intimacy, and seduction with numerous teachers.
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Catherine is a spiritual psychotherapist and the Director of The Transpersonal Center in Los Angeles, California. She has advanced training in traditional psychology as well as the wisdom traditions. Catherine lived for a year at the Osho ashram in India – a full-time immersion in tantra and meditation – and she has studied and practiced tantra, love, sex, intimacy, and seduction with numerous teachers.
Connect with Catherine online:
https://catherineauman.com
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June 27, 2022
I won this book in a goodreads drawing.
Reading this book reminded me of a class I took in college on African history. The professor waxed on about a practice that African tribesmen had, where after a disagreement they touch each other's bare flesh. Everyone was impressed, until the professor told us the custom was called shaking hands.
Basically, it's the advice we all read in Dear Abby or whatever with a dressing of Indian Ashrams. That said, it's always good to review.
Reading this book reminded me of a class I took in college on African history. The professor waxed on about a practice that African tribesmen had, where after a disagreement they touch each other's bare flesh. Everyone was impressed, until the professor told us the custom was called shaking hands.
Basically, it's the advice we all read in Dear Abby or whatever with a dressing of Indian Ashrams. That said, it's always good to review.
December 25, 2022
From Managed Dissatisfaction To Authentic Love.
I found myself getting angry. Triggered. Pretty much a chinobil level meltdown when I found women that were almost the one but missing X Z and most importantly Z! I was recommended this book by a friend and now that anger has been replaced with peace. My long criteria has shortened. My appreciation for love has changed. Thank you and for those Men out there like me read the book its a keeper I’m going to buy the rest of the collection now ✌🏾
I found myself getting angry. Triggered. Pretty much a chinobil level meltdown when I found women that were almost the one but missing X Z and most importantly Z! I was recommended this book by a friend and now that anger has been replaced with peace. My long criteria has shortened. My appreciation for love has changed. Thank you and for those Men out there like me read the book its a keeper I’m going to buy the rest of the collection now ✌🏾
March 11, 2022
I won a free Kindle copy in a Goodreads giveaway.
There were some interesting points and some ideas I'll try to incorporate in my own dating life. But other moments felt trite or even sexist. This is only focused on hetero relationships which irked me. It could easily have changed some pronouns once in a while to be more open.
There were some interesting points and some ideas I'll try to incorporate in my own dating life. But other moments felt trite or even sexist. This is only focused on hetero relationships which irked me. It could easily have changed some pronouns once in a while to be more open.
May 28, 2021
I had just experienced a tantric connection the day before and then I won this book! It gave me a new perspective on dating and meeting people; for example, feeling the energy and not judging based on looks or financial status. I will try and keep a more open mind when dating.
August 25, 2022
This is a slender volume which examines the consumerist style of the typical dating scene in the US. Auman is a lisensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) and to be honest, I expected more in the book than it contains. This is a bare introduction to the tantric view of dating with a focus on a larger understanding of love as opposed to merely romantic or sexual love. Not bad for an introduction.
The book contians an introduction, 20 brief chapters exploring typical dating and other perspectives, followed by 6 exrecises to help one raise a different awareness, a section of Acknowlegments, a short piece About the Author, how to connect with the author, brief blurbs about 2 other books in this series, a list of other works by the author -- all in about 100 pages.
The one thing that bothered me about this book was the author's exercise on the egg. The exercise is fine but she refers to the egg as though an unfertilized egg is female. It is not. An unfertilized egg is a haploid cell and really has no life on its own. It cannot be said to be characterized by sex or gender. The same, of course, is true for sperm: they are not essentially male in any way. It is an error and problematic that many people think of eggs as female and sperm as male.
The book contians an introduction, 20 brief chapters exploring typical dating and other perspectives, followed by 6 exrecises to help one raise a different awareness, a section of Acknowlegments, a short piece About the Author, how to connect with the author, brief blurbs about 2 other books in this series, a list of other works by the author -- all in about 100 pages.
The one thing that bothered me about this book was the author's exercise on the egg. The exercise is fine but she refers to the egg as though an unfertilized egg is female. It is not. An unfertilized egg is a haploid cell and really has no life on its own. It cannot be said to be characterized by sex or gender. The same, of course, is true for sperm: they are not essentially male in any way. It is an error and problematic that many people think of eggs as female and sperm as male.
August 27, 2020
This slim little volume packs amazing wisdom, making it a must-read for anyone yearning for love and relationship. Catherine Auman's Tantric Dating cuts through the noise of contemporary dating advice without tricks, (d)illusion, or pretense. A true relationship researcher with 150 first dates under her belt, Auman knows what's she's talking about. In Tantric Dating, she calls out cultural expectations that reduce love to a romantic transaction. She suggests holding a mirror up to our own beliefs and behaviors by asking: 'how am I holding love?' And, 'how do I withhold love?' The simplicity of the approach is its power. It isn't complicated, it doesn't offer a magic bullet; and that is what makes it transformational. Where am I holding back? How am I withholding love in *any capacity? The answers reveal exactly how prepared we are to actually experience the love we crave. This book is a journey into the heart of our sense of worthiness; our own, and our beloved's.
December 26, 2020
I didn't think I would ever enjoy reading a "dating advice" book, but this is not your mother's dating advice. Catherine Auman deftly spells out why the process of dating feels "bad" (hint: it has to do with the way we're doing it) and then offers a solution. The amazing part? It involves being truer to yourself, kinder to others, and more mentally and spiritually healthy.
The advice and exercises in this book are accessible, easy to follow, and you can take them up at your own pace. Even if you are not dating, this is a book that may just change the way you interact with others on a day-to-day basis. That's what it did for me.
The advice and exercises in this book are accessible, easy to follow, and you can take them up at your own pace. Even if you are not dating, this is a book that may just change the way you interact with others on a day-to-day basis. That's what it did for me.
February 5, 2018
Goodreads win
I came into reading this book with an open mind and it really taught me some new techniques. I loved the writing and way the author explained things. It was easy to understand and very enlightening. A good read. I plan to recommend this book to a few friends who could really use it.
I came into reading this book with an open mind and it really taught me some new techniques. I loved the writing and way the author explained things. It was easy to understand and very enlightening. A good read. I plan to recommend this book to a few friends who could really use it.
April 10, 2022
honestly this book gives good insight, not only into dating culture, but into relationships as a whole in today’s world. the tips and info in this book can easily be translated into how we view others in society regardless of being in a romantic relationship or not. this book gave me a lot to think about in romantic relationships and otherwise.
December 18, 2022
Great pep talk for a conscientious Bumbler
I’ve been in and out, mostly out, of the online dating scene and this is the first book I’ve read on the topic of dating and tantra. While the examples are a little stereotypical, the wisdom is accessible and solid. I bought a paperback copy for a single friend.
I’ve been in and out, mostly out, of the online dating scene and this is the first book I’ve read on the topic of dating and tantra. While the examples are a little stereotypical, the wisdom is accessible and solid. I bought a paperback copy for a single friend.
March 12, 2022
Interesting standpoint on how to look at dating. It did help me see some false beliefs I have held all my life concerning dating. It was a quick and easy read.
I won this book through a goodreads.com giveaway.
I won this book through a goodreads.com giveaway.
November 15, 2022
Simple and precious
I enjoyed the simple explanation of tantric dating and the exercises that help you live by it. Excited to read the other books in the series.
I enjoyed the simple explanation of tantric dating and the exercises that help you live by it. Excited to read the other books in the series.
April 24, 2024
“From a Tantric perspective, everyone you meet is the right person in this moment. If you look at the person next to you, in this moment this is your beloved.”
A book not about strategy or manipulation but how to expand our sense of unconditional love towards the universe. How to be an example of God’s love in every interaction, romantic or not.
Best dating book I’ve ever read.
A book not about strategy or manipulation but how to expand our sense of unconditional love towards the universe. How to be an example of God’s love in every interaction, romantic or not.
Best dating book I’ve ever read.
July 21, 2022
Tantric is a suggestive meaning to anyone , so I’ll stick to my own form of it .
June 3, 2025
I first discovered Catherine Auman through her tantra workshops, and I was excited to read her book Tantric Dating — it did not disappoint. The book builds on her teachings, offering clear, practical advice on approaching relationships with radical acceptance and openness.
You don’t need to be a tantra expert or even be dating right now to benefit from this book. Its core message — embracing others without judgment — applies equally well to partners, coworkers, or strangers. Since putting her ideas into practice, I’ve experienced smoother interactions, less frustration, and even a new relationship with far less drama than before.
Catherine blends Eastern philosophy with Western psychology in a simple, accessible way. The book is part philosophy, part practical exercises, helping you shift from superficial judgments to deep, heart-centered connection. It helped me recognize my own biases — like around age — that were holding me back from love.
If you want a fresh, grounded approach to dating or simply want to improve your relationships by being more open and present, I highly recommend this book. It’s a short read that can create profound changes.
You don’t need to be a tantra expert or even be dating right now to benefit from this book. Its core message — embracing others without judgment — applies equally well to partners, coworkers, or strangers. Since putting her ideas into practice, I’ve experienced smoother interactions, less frustration, and even a new relationship with far less drama than before.
Catherine blends Eastern philosophy with Western psychology in a simple, accessible way. The book is part philosophy, part practical exercises, helping you shift from superficial judgments to deep, heart-centered connection. It helped me recognize my own biases — like around age — that were holding me back from love.
If you want a fresh, grounded approach to dating or simply want to improve your relationships by being more open and present, I highly recommend this book. It’s a short read that can create profound changes.
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