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istock_000000969987small.jpgSex. Where do you even get started?

No, don’t take that literally.

When it comes to the subject of sex, you’ll get many different reactions depending on who you talk to. It can be one of the easiest things to talk about between some couples, and the hardest to talk about between others.

Why is this?

Well, let’s start with the basics. At its core, sex isn’t just about procreation. Yeah, that’s what I said. Yes, sex may be an act, but it’s about social connections, romantic connections, as well as procreation. Sometimes it’s about domination. Sometimes it’s about celebration. Sex is more than just one simple thing.

Add in stigmas, beliefs, kinks, and all the other fun stuff, and it’s no wonder it’s hard to talk about.

However, there will come a time when you’ll have to simply gather your courage and talk about it. If you don’t, you could be growing the seeds of the destruction of your long relationship without even realizing it. When there is something wrong in the bedroom, it can affect all other areas of life, so, as embarrassing or hard (or not hard, as the case may be) as it might be, you just have to do it.

Another thing to remember when it comes to talking about sex is you have to figure out your own thoughts, beliefs, and kinks when it comes to the act. It may be hard, but if you know where you stand, it’s going to be a lot easier to talk to your partner about where s/he stands.


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