Do my partner and I have more sex than our neighbors? Would more sex be better for us as a couple? These are questions that a lot of people seem to obsess over. Am I getting enough sex? Are other people having more sex than my partner and I am having? And, most importantly, would more sex actually make us happier?
Past studies have shown that, when asked, couples say they would be much happier if they had more sex. Researchers have even found that sex is considered to be the number one favorite activity of women. But is this really true?
What exactly is the right amount? Does the number of times you have sex every week or month affect your happiness? Or does the amount of quality sex you have any influence on the state of your relationship?
Here is the thing, the quality of sex is much more important than the quantity. You and your partner will most probably have differing levels of sexual desire which may lead to trouble in your relationship, the trick is to improve the quality of intimacy by doing some of the following:
- Pre-plan your sex time, schedule it so that both can anticipate and look forward to it (this is easier than you think).
- Create an ambiance which is conducive to intimacy (soft lighting, sensual music, crisp sheets etc.).
- Indulge in sexual warm up and foreplay (start with cuddling, holding hands and gently touching each other).
- Be patient and try to give more than you receive (it will be reciprocated).
You don’t need to obsess with the quantity or frequency of the sex you have, instead, concentrate on the quality of sex as this make both of you far happier and satisfied.
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Does More Sex Bring Greater Happiness?