Why Buddha Touched the Earth

This is a wonderful excerpt! I can't wait to read the entire book. It reminds me of an experience I had that went the opposite way.

I invited a man I had recently met over for dinner. We met in a "chance" encounter while on vacation and exchanged numbers a few weeks earlier, after discovering that we only lived about an hour and a half apart. He'd mentioned that he'd be in my neck of the woods, and I thought having him over instead of going out, would inspire better conversation. Something must have worked, because the conversations were great, and I wasn't feeling as nervous and shy as I usually do on a first date. At some point in the evening it became obvious that he was interested in having sex with me - right there, right then (as opposed to another night after we get to know each other better).

For a moment, time slowed down and a long and complex internal conversation played out in my head over whether I should encourage him or rebuff his advances, because, I assure you, the thought of sleeping with this guy on the first date was not how I had envisioned this evening progressing.

However, to make a long story short, we did end up having sex (of the "ancient heavenly connection" variety). Now we see each other from time to time, and connect as best we can (which manages to be natural and effortless). Turns out my lover is familiar with this book (he later sent me the link to this site). Hear that, men? Meditate on this chapter, it will get you laid.