You’ve probably heard of the Kama Sutra—you know, the ancient text reputed to infuse your sex life with spice, sauce, and sensuality. But likely, what you’ve heard about the Kama Sutra is skewed. “Contrary to popular belief, the Kama Sutra is not merely a sex manual packed with kinky positions for lovemaking,” says sex and relationship educator ​​​​​​Barbara Santini. It also covers topics like mental well-being, platonic relationships, and nature.