{"id":398,"date":"2020-05-24T11:41:34","date_gmt":"2020-05-24T11:41:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/?p=398"},"modified":"2020-05-17T11:45:04","modified_gmt":"2020-05-17T11:45:04","slug":"tips-for-having-better-sex-as-a-couple","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gaintrial.com\/en\/tips-for-having-better-sex-as-a-couple\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Having Better Sex as a Couple"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As a couple, it can be a rough patch when your <\/strong>sex life<\/strong><\/a> is in a rut<\/strong>. Sex is one of the greatest forms of intimacy enjoyed by a couple, and it is unfortunate if one or both partners are dissatisfied. A survey by EdenFantasys.com questioned 1000 American couples, and one-third of them said that they were not happy with their sex lives. About 34 percent of people could not rate their sex life as satisfying or very satisfying.[1]<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Tips to Help You Have More Passionate Sex <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dry spells are common in\nevery relationship, and you should not pressure yourself excessively.<\/strong> However, if you and your\npartner want to reignite the flame and boost your sex drives<\/a> again, then there are some\ntips that you can follow.[2]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Channel your energy in another direction<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your body is your greatest\npossession, and you need to fall in love with it all over again. Try activities\nsuch as dancing and yoga that will engage your body in slow movements so that\nyou become comfortable in your own skin. You must develop a positive\nattitude towards your own body before you try to re-establish your relationship\nwith your partner’s body.[3]<\/strong><\/a>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A study found that sexual\ninactivity can often lead couples to feel sad and unattractive. Activities that\nrequire exercise and can increase your flexibility will help you reclaim your sexual prowess<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Communicate freely with each other<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We live in 2020, and there is\nabsolutely no reason that you cannot have a heart-to-heart conversation with\nyour partner about your sex life. It is natural for a couple to discuss sex<\/a> in all forms, even if you\nare going through a dry spell. Studies have found that men and women tend to\nhave very different sexual expectations. Miscommunication can often lead to\nbad sex because partners do not understand how they can ensure a mutually\npleasurable experience.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fix a date night and have a\nfrank discussion about your expectations from sex. Discuss your likes and\ndislikes and think about new sex moves<\/a> that you might want to try\nout in the future. The goal is not to make the night sexy, but instead to give\neach other new information and evaluate the current situation.[4]<\/strong><\/a>\nFeel free to share any hidden fantasies you have because experimentation can\nonly lead to better sex in the long run. Honesty is important.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Try something new<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes, you have to fix\nyour relationship outside the bedroom in order to fix your sex life.<\/strong> Couples who have been\ntogether for a long time tend to get stuck in monotony at times. It is\nimportant that you keep trying out new things and enjoying fresh experiences\ntogether so that the relationship does not feel stagnant for either partner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you do something new\ntogether, it can reignite the spirit of bonding and intimacy that was lost\nduring daily chores. Instead of boring date plans, opt for activities that can\nhave a reinvigorating effect. For example, an amusement park ride will provide\ntons of excitement. The formation of dopamine in the body will help recreate\nthe happiness you felt when you first got together. <\/strong>According to experts,\nchemicals such as dopamine can boost romance and physical attraction. This is a\ngreat way to create new memories as well.[5]<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Plan a getaway<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spending time together is the\nultimate key to maintaining a happy sex life.<\/strong> However, it can be difficult for\nworking couples who may not have the energy to bond after a rough day. This is\nwhy planning getaways ahead of time is important. Even a weekend getaway is\nsufficient if you do not have the time to go on a vacation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can try something\nexciting such as role-playing. As long as you prepare beforehand, things\nshould go smoothly during your sexy rendezvous.<\/strong> Create imaginative\nbackstories and have fun with the idea. The U.S. Travel Association has states\nthat couples who like to travel together often have more active sex lives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to avoid the pressure\nto perform, you do not have to term it as a romantic getaway. Get experimental,\nand head out the door. Being with each other in nonsexual situations will\nalso do a lot to improve your relationship.[6]<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Take a sex class<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is nothing embarrassing\nabout going to a sex class, and you should have no qualms about booking one. Couples\nwho are not going through a dry patch can also benefit massively from attending\na sex class because there is always more to learn.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Attending a couples’ sex\nclass will give you access to an entirely new type of sex play that you may not\nhave tried before. You can simply sign up for a one-night sex class in the\nbeginning if you do not want to make any commitments.[7]<\/a> Moreover,\nthis effort will show your partner that you are willing to change the current\nsituation. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sex classes can teach couples\nabout new sex positions and techniques. If you want to try out a new technique,\nin particular, you can look for a class dedicated to that. The learning\nenvironment will not feel intimidating if you shake off your misgivings.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Venture into the world of erotica<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can choose to read a book\ntogether or watch a movie from the erotica genre. This will help you reacquaint\nwith sex as a couple. You can also find couple-friendly porn easily if you\ncare more about the stimulation and less about the experience. <\/strong>You will get\na better idea of what your partner likes and dislikes. Notice their reactions\nand store the information for later use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you truly want to go wild,\nyou can head to a sex convention. You can search for a weekend sex\nconvention in your city where you will be able to attend sex classes and\nobserve sex play. There is no pressure to participate. <\/strong>You can utilize\nthese ideas later in your bedroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Pleasure yourself while your partner observes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Masturbation lets your partner\nsee you getting pleasure, and that can help increase intimacy.[8]<\/strong><\/a>\n<\/strong>Allowing a\nperson to see you masturbation requires displaying vulnerability, which helps\nimprove your bond as a couple. Moreover, this can be an educational experience\nbecause your partner will be able to learn what works for you from a close\nrange. Masturbation is also known to be a stress-receiver, and it might even\nlead to more sexual encounters. If you are feeling adventurous, you can use\na remote-control sex toy to conduct foreplay on your partner when you are out\non a date.[9]<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Talk through your troubles<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will not be able to enjoy\na good sex life if there are cracks in your relationship itself.<\/strong> Any kind of miscommunication\nor a complete lack of communication can lead to sex droughts<\/a> because the partners begin\nto feel detached from each other. A recent survey by the Guardian found that\ncouples who talked through their problems even if it involved an argument were\n10 times happier than the couples who avoided conflict.[10]<\/strong><\/a><\/strong>\nHard conversations are a way to lay yourself bare in front of your partner and\nfoster intimacy. There is no problem without a solution, but you need to first\ntalk to each other so you can navigate through it together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sex lives are usually not\nconstant. There will be high points and low points inevitably. The key is to\nmake the best of both.<\/strong>
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[1]<\/a> https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3807599\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

[2]<\/a> Bradbury TN, Karney\nBR. Intimate relationships. W. W. Norton & Company; New York: 2010. [Google Scholar<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

[3]<\/a> Chethik\nN. Voicemale: What husbands really think about their marriages, their\nwives, sex, housework, and commitment. Simon & Schuster; New York:\n2006. [Google Scholar<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

[4]<\/a> https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3151655\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

[5]<\/a> Gehring D. Couple therapy\nfor low sexual desire: A systemic approach. Journal of Sex & Marital\nTherapy. 2003;29:25\u201338. doi:10.1080\/713847099. [PubMed<\/a>] [Google Scholar<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

[6]<\/a> https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5987853\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

[7]<\/a> Chapkis W. Live sex\nacts: Women performing erotic labor. New York: Routledge; 1997. [Google Scholar<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

[8]<\/a> https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24111536<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

[9]<\/a> Irvine JM. Disorders\nof desire: Sexuality and gender in modern American sexology. revised.\nPhiladelphia: Temple University Press; 2005. [Google Scholar<\/a>]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

[10]<\/a> Gonzalez-Lopez\nG. Erotic journeys: Mexican immigrants and their sex lives. Berkeley:\nUniversity of California Press; 2005. [Google Scholar<\/a>]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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