Let’s be blunt: if your sex life is struggling, there’s probably a reason—and it might not be as mysterious as you think. Men often get confused when their partner stops initiating, seems “not into it,” or starts avoiding sex altogether. But here’s the reality: most sexual turn-offs aren’t about performance. They’re about behavior, mindset, and […]
I think it’s interesting that after we as a culture decided to put sex out on the table and talk it to death, so very many people are frustrated and practically in despair. In a way it’s like the problems people have with laundry. We gave up our wringer washers for washing machines, and we […]
(Hint: It Starts Long Before the Bedroom) If you think a woman’s desire is like flipping a light switch, you’re going to spend a lot of nights wondering why the switch “isn’t working.” For most women, sexual attraction is more like a slow burn—it builds through connection, respect, and small moments that say, “I see […]
When the mammalian part of our brain feels safe, that’s when all the snuggling, playing, and sexy stuff can happen. Many people, males included, simply shut down in the romantic department when they are stressed. But it’s not just sex that safety in a relationship promotes. It strengthens the relationship and allows you to discuss […]
Some counselors suggest pornography can sometimes enhance a couple’s sex life or that it’s acceptable as long as it doesn’t replace intimacy with a partner. However, they also often acknowledge that pornography can lead to a complete shutdown of real sex, escalate to more extreme content, and cause significant sexual and financial harm to relationships. […]
Is your spouse having an affair? If asked, most couples will agree infidelity is unacceptable while at the same time admitting to having fantasies of engaging in an affair. And it’s not just men! Although there is a longstanding belief that men are more likely than women to have an affair, today’s women have more […]
Practical advice for modern couples who need more than just empathy.