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The importance of experimentation in a healthy sex life
The idea of experimenting in the bedroom is often met with trepidation. We’re bound to cultural expectations of how sex should be conducted and this can make it difficult to ease out of that comfort zone without judgement. But the truth is, experimenting with different sexual activities is essential to having a healthy and enjoyable sex life.
1. Developing a new level of communication
Experimenting in the bedroom means becoming comfortable with discussing and exploring previously uncharted sexual topics. In order for your sex life to be healthy, communication is key and experimentation is an important tool for achieving this. Sitting down and openly discussing desires, limits and boundaries with your partner can give you a better understanding of each other’s needs, wants and areas of discomfort. This type of communication helps to create stronger bonds and feelings of comfort between yourself and your partner.
2. Increasing Pleasure
Experimenting together means finding new ways to both give and receive pleasure. With new ideas and activities regularly being introduced to the bedroom, there’s a greater potential for couples to explore combinations that increase levels of arousal and pleasure. Talking to your partner about what you’d both like to try will not only lead to better sexual experiences, but also results in more personalized pleasure that is tailored to you both.
3. Keeping Things Interesting
Believe it or not, sex can become routine. Incorporating different techniques, fantasies and positions during is essential for keeping things interesting and spicing up your bedroom activities. Trying something new every few weeks, or months, can enhance your overall sexual experience and lead both of you down new paths of pleasure.
4. Creating a Safer Environment
Experimenting in a safe and consensual way holds countless benefits, especially when it comes to understanding sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Knowing what combined activities increase the risk of an STI developing can help individuals stay informed and safe when having sex. Establishing and continually communicating certain boundaries and limits helps to create an open and understanding environment that makes it easier to bring up the topics of intimacy and sexual health without judgement.
In conclusion, when intercourse or activities are regularly incorporated into a sex life, it can help maintain strong connections between partners, increase pleasure and help keep things interesting. Experimentation should be encouraged in order to create a healthy, trusting and enjoyable sexual environment.
Remember: Communication is key, STIs should be discussed and boundaries should be respected.
