Tantric massage is performed following certain strict guidelines. One important rule is that the masseuse plays the part of a giver while you play the role of a receiver. In some cases, the masseuse may allow you to have light physical contact since it inspires and pleases them. If any intimate touching is done without explicit consent, the energy flow between the masseuse and you is greatly disturbed. This will cause the massage to have an undesirable result. It will also severely undervalue both the philosophy and experience of the massage.