Taking the Pressure Off of Sex
Briefly

The article emphasizes the importance of maintaining a fun and enjoyable approach to sex, highlighting that performance anxiety can lead to issues like erectile dysfunction and reduced desire. To combat this, couples are encouraged to adopt the 'sensate focus' technique, developed by researchers Masters and Johnson, which involves mindful touch and a slow reconnection process. By scheduling weekly 'erotic date nights' without pressure, and practicing different forms of touch while being attentive to sensations, couples can enhance intimacy and reduce anxiety, fostering a more fulfilling sexual experience.
Sex should be fun, not stressful; performance pressure can lead to anxiety and avoidance, resulting in diminished desire and even erectile dysfunction.
Sensate focus, a technique developed by Masters and Johnson, helps couples shift from performance to pleasure by fostering mindful, exploratory touch.
Practicing mindfulness in sex reduces pressure and enhances pleasure, fostering a more fulfilling connection between partners.
Creating an erotic date night and taking the pressure off sex for a month can transform the intimacy and connection between partners.
Read at Psychology Today
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