The Karezza Method (pronounced ka-ret-za) is a playful and sensual practice that does fall in the “lovemaking” category but not exactly what you’d associate with what’s more known as “fucking.” Whatever could be the difference, you ask? Well, Karezza is focused on intimacy, connection, relaxation, affection, and gentle loving touch.
The clue’s in the name: it’s derived from the Italian word for caress, and as such, it forms the basis of the practice. Relaxed and intentional touch — that’s what Karezza is all about, as described in sex theorist J. William Lloyd’s 1931 seminal book by the same name, “The Karezza Method,” where he first described and popularised the allegedly thousands-of-years-old practice.
Think less passion, and more slow and loving. To borrow another Italian phrase, “chi va sano va piano e va lontano,” or: slow and steady wins the race, and the whole damn world, baby.
