Lineaarseks

Lineaarseks is a term used in some online communities to describe a form of intimate activity characterized by linear, sequential stimulation along the body, paired with coordinated, rhythmic movement between partners. In mainstream sexology, lineaarseks is not widely recognized as a formal category; it is predominantly discussed in niche forums, fiction, and lifestyle communities rather than scholarly literature.

Etymology: The word combines lineair, Dutch for linear, with seks, meaning sex, reflecting its emphasis on a straight, continuous path of stimulation.

Practice: Adherents describe focusing on smooth transitions along a defined line on the body—such as a path from head to torso or from limbs inward—while maintaining steady tempo and body alignment. The experience centers on continuity, breath, and mutual responsiveness, with emphasis on communication to adjust pressure, pace, and target areas. Variations may incorporate elements of massage, contact along a limb-to-trunk trajectory, or synchronized movements between partners.

Safety and consent: As with any sexual activity, enthusiastic, informed consent is essential. Clear communication, safe words or check-ins, and respect for boundaries are emphasized. Participants should avoid any activities that cause pain or numbness, and care should be taken for medical conditions or injuries.

Reception and context: Lineaarseks lacks widely available empirical study and is largely described anecdotally. It is sometimes framed as a mindfulness- or body-mapping-oriented practice rather than a discrete sexual technique, and critics caution against conflating it with therapeutic recommendations without evidence.

See also: Tantra, sensate focus, mindful sex.