Reading body language is the most reliable “GPS navigator” in sex. Words can be used to deceive or to remain silent out of politeness, but the autonomic nervous system does not lie. The body’s reactions are instinctive.

Here are detailed instructions for deciphering nonverbal signals, divided into key areas.


1. Breathing: The main metronome

Breathing is the first indicator of arousal. It changes seconds before the body begins to move.

  • Sharp inhalation (breathing): If you made a movement (changed the tempo, touched a certain point), and she sharply inhaled air through her teeth — you hit the target. This is a signal of acute, peak sensitivity. Action: Continue doing exactly that with the same intensity.

  • Deep, heavy breathing: A signal of growing excitement and immersion in the process. This is a “green light” to increase the pace.

  • Breath holding: Be attentive.

    • If it’s a short delay at the peak (before orgasm), that’s normal.

    • If she holds her breath for a long time and tenses up, she may be in pain or discomfort. Try to slow down.

  • Synchronization: The highest level of skill is to match your breathing to hers. This creates a powerful resonance and enhances the sensations for both of you.

2. Hands and Feet: The Vector of Desire

The limbs indicate whether a woman wants ‘more’ or “less.”

  • “Pulling you closer”: If she wraps her legs around your waist, squeezes your shoulders with her hands, or scratches your back, it is an instinctive desire to get as close as possible. It’s her body’s cry: “Don’t stop, deeper, harder.”

  • “Pushing or resisting”: If her hands are braced against your chest (straightened) or she is tensing her hips as if trying to move away, this is a signal to “Stop” or “Too intense.” You may have hit her cervix or chosen an uncomfortable angle. Action: Change your position or angle of penetration immediately.p>

  • Clenched toes: A classic sign of impending orgasm. This is an involuntary muscle spasm caused by pleasure.

3. Pelvis and hips: Depth regulator

This is the most honest indicator of whether she likes the rhythm and angle.

  • Movement toward you: If she moves her pelvis toward you with each thrust, she is trying to find the perfect spot for stimulation. Try to catch this rhythm and don’t break it.

  • Arching her back (Arch): If she arches her back, lifting it off the bed, this opens up access and changes the angle of stimulation (often for the G-spot). This is a sign of intense pleasure.

  • Chaotic movements / fidgeting: If she starts moving her hips randomly, it may mean that she lost sensation and is trying to find it again. Action: Pause for a second, slow down, and start slowly, giving her a chance to adjust.

4. Eyes and Face: Mirror of Sensations

  • Dilated pupils: A biological response to arousal (release of adrenaline and dopamine). If you see black “saucers” instead of eyes in the dim light, she is very aroused.

  • Closed eyes: She is concentrating on her internal sensations. Do not ask her to look at you at this moment, do not distract her with conversation. She is “inside herself,” gathering energy for orgasm.

  • Relaxed jaw and slightly open mouth: A sign of deep relaxation of the pelvic floor (these areas are connected fascially).
    If her mouth is tightly closed in a line, she is most likely tense “down there.” Kiss her to relax her lips — this will help relax her vagina.

5. Sounds: Intonation is more important than volume

Don’t focus on the volume of moans (neighbors, upbringing, and temperament all influence this). Focus on timbre instead.

  • Low, throaty moans: Usually indicate deep, “earthly” pleasure.

  • High-pitched, short cries: A reaction to intense stimulation (often clitoral).

  • Silence: The most dangerous signal if it occurs suddenly. If she was moaning and then suddenly fell silent and froze, something went wrong (pain, the thought of the iron left on, discomfort). Action: Gently ask, “Is everything okay?”

The “Traffic Light” Rule (Summary)

To help you navigate the moment, remember the three states of the body:

  1. 🟢 Green (Everything is fine): The body is soft, pliable, moist. She moves towards you, her breathing is rapid, her pupils are dilated, she initiates contact. -> Continue in the same vein.

  2. 🟡 Yellow (Caution): She has started fidgeting, her breathing has become uneven, her gaze has become wandering, and her body has tensed up in places. -> Change tactics, slow down, add caresses.

  3. 🔴 Red (Stop): She froze (“log effect”), clenched her legs, pushes you away with her hands, or turns her face away. -> Stop immediately.


Key advice: The biggest mistake men make is that when they find the “pleasure button,” they start pressing it three times as fast. Secret: If you notice that she likes a certain movement (based on her moans and breathing), don’t speed up right away. Keep doing the same thing for another 30 seconds. Let the sensation build up.

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