

{"id":59065,"date":"2018-05-22T18:20:58","date_gmt":"2018-05-22T18:20:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/physical-intimacy\/sexually-satisfying-relationships\/"},"modified":"2023-02-10T08:04:59","modified_gmt":"2023-02-10T08:04:59","slug":"sexually-satisfying-relationships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/physical-intimacy\/sexually-satisfying-relationships\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Ways To Be Sexually Satisfied In A Relationship"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-7446 size-full alignnone\" title=\"5 Tenets of Sexually Satisfying Relationships\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/5-Tenets-of-Sexually-Satisfying-Relationships-1606136224.jpg\" alt=\"5 Tenets of Sexually Satisfying Relationships\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all love sex, but we tend to put it on hold because of our busy routine and hectic schedules. However, this is not something healthy or advisable.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Putting sex or sexual satisfaction on the back burner is one of the first steps, which leads to bitterness, and lack of passion in a relationship.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of how long you have been together, a year, three years or ten years- sex should always be there because it keeps the love and relationship alive.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-is-sexual-satisfaction\"><\/span><b>What is sexual satisfaction?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sexual satisfaction definition can be subjective. According to research, it is defined as &ldquo;an affective response arising from one&rsquo;s subjective evaluation of the positive and negative dimensions associated with one&rsquo;s sexual relationship.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In normal terms, it can be defined as the satisfaction someone derives from their sexual encounters, whether with their partner, multiple partners, or others.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch Grace Wetzel, Psychology Teaching Assistant at St. Lawrence University, talking about sexual pleasure disparity in this video:<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><\/i><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yu4MbmDPwNQ\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-important-is-sexual-satisfaction\"><\/span><b>How important is sexual satisfaction?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sexual satisfaction in a romantic relationship is important for most people.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is a reflection of love, commitment, happiness, and health of a relationship. It also reflects a lower divorce rate and more <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/what-makes-a-stable-relationship\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stability in a relationship<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How good or bad the sex is also a factor in sexual satisfaction. According to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/characteristics_of_female_sexual_satisfaction\/views.htm\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">research<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, people who do not believe sexual satisfaction is important may be the people who have difficulty having an orgasm, or have other sexual dysfunctions such as erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, or others.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sex is known to improve the quality of life for people. It also has other benefits such as building better communication, improving the quality of the relationship, and enhancing emotional intimacy. Therefore, sex and sexual satisfaction in a marriage may hold a lot of importance for most people.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-ways-to-be-sexually-satisfied-in-a-relationship\"><\/span><b>10 ways to be sexually satisfied in a relationship&nbsp;<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main aim of this article is to help you build a satisfying sexual relationship with your partner. In order to do that we have listed 5 tenets of sexually satisfying relationships. Let&rsquo;s find them out!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Make sex a priority<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sex is a necessity. It is true everyone needs it, and there is no denying that, so make sure your partner is getting enough of it. Relationships are always so much better with sex! Make sure you are taking out time for it.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may sound weird to plan sex because the abruptness and spontaneity of it are what makes it fun but with the busy life, it is good to plan your sexual encounters rather than not having them at all.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When your partner sees how much you want it and sees the effort, you are willing to put &ndash; it is definitely a turn on, so do it!<\/span><\/p>\n<pre><b><i>Related Reading:<\/i><\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/physical-intimacy\/prioritize-your-relationship-partner-and-sexual-connection\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prioritize your Relationship, Partner, and Sexual Connection<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/pre>\n<h3><b>2. Talk about it<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is good to talk about sex with your partner. This is what adds the fun element to your relationship. You should feel safe talking about all your sexual fantasies and to tell your partner what gives you pleasure.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to be sexually satisfied in a relationship? Talking about all this would infuse the missing passion and bring in so much heat to your sex life. If you want to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/how-to-strengthen-your-relationship-connection\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">strengthen your relationship<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, start talking about sex now!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-6890 size-full alignnone\" title=\"5 Tenets of Sexually Satisfying Relationships\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/What-can-you-do-to-maintain-a-sex-life-after-having-kids-1606136224.jpg\" alt=\"5 Tenets of Sexually Satisfying Relationships\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Bring in some laughter<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are not feeling sexually satisfied in a relationship, it may be because of boredom or lack of fun in the bedroom.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laughing uncontrollably with your partner can be the best feeling in the world. It shows how stupid and silly you can be with each other and that tells how great of a bond you both share.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having some inside jokes along with some sensual talks is amazing for a relationship because it instigates the release of endorphins and a gives you a satisfying feeling of being happy with your partner.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Feel every bit of it<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What do you do if you are not sexually satisfied? You work towards improving it by feeling every bit of it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sexually satisfied relationships are not the ones based on the very process of sexual intercourse, but they are a lot of other things too. For instance, you both should enjoy the suspense and expectancy of sex.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kissing each other, sharing some naughty pictures while the other one is at work all adds up to the expectancy of sex. It is essential to spice things up a bit because this will definitely heat up the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/physical-intimacy\/lack-of-sexual-desire\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sexual desires<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and urges between the two of you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Imperfection is beauty<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is impossible to satisfy your partner every single time except if you are sex guru or superhero. Stop putting so much pressure on yourself, just be confident and let things go in the flow. Being too careful and cautious makes things artificial and boring so just be yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mishaps are absolutely okay! however, it is a weird moan or the funny expression because it will only bring you closer. You can laugh about it later and make it an inside joke but at that very moment try to loosen up a little and relax.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>6. Maintain physical affection<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintaining physical affection with your partner is not just always about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4105603\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sex.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It is little acts of showing affection and adoration such as touching them gently, kissing them, holding their hand, hugging them, and making them feel loved.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These little acts of affection help to improve and maintain physical intimacy which can improve sexual satisfaction in a relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n<pre><b><i>Related Reading:<\/i><\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/affection-in-a-relationship\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13 Easy Ways to Show Your Affection in a Relationship<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/pre>\n<h3><b>7. Be open and vulnerable<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you grow older, your sexual experience changes. However, what also changes is your body. If you are not vulnerable with your partner, and cannot talk about the changes in your body openly, it can be problematic and can affect your sexual satisfaction.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>8. Talk about your needs<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another thing you need to be absolutely transparent about when it comes to sexual satisfaction is your needs sexually. Your partner is not a mind reader. However, it is not like they do not want to give you what you need or want from them sexually.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being open about what you like, dislike, or enjoy, can improve sexual satisfaction in a relationship or marriage.<\/span><\/p>\n<pre><b><i>Related Reading:<\/i><\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/communication\/how-to-communicate-your-needs-in-a-relationship\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Communicate Your Needs in a Relationship?<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/pre>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-4326 size-full alignnone\" title=\"Sexually satisfied relationships are not the ones based on the very process of sexual intercourse,\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/How-Do-Sex-Toys-Spice-up-Things-in-a-Marriage-1606136225.jpg\" alt=\"Sexually satisfied relationships are not the ones based on the very process of sexual intercourse,\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<h3><b>9. Do not compare your sex life<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sex is different for everyone and everyone may have a different way to express love, and sex may not be one of them. For others, it may be one of the primary ways in which they bond or express love in their marriage.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How frequently some other couple is having sex, or how satisfied they are in their sexual relationship may be information you want to stay away from.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you start comparing any part of your life with someone else&rsquo;s, you will always feel unsatisfied, and the same holds true for your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/physical-intimacy\/sexual-habits\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sexual life<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>10. Use help if needed<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no shame in seeking help, if you need it, especially if all it does is improve your relationship. If you need help in ensuring you have a sexually satisfying relationship because of one or more sexual dysfunction, it is best that you do so.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may also need help in the form of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/counseling\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">relationship counseling<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, if your marital or relationship problems are the reason your sexual satisfaction is suffering.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some-useful-questions\"><\/span><b>Some useful questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that we have looked at ways of achieving sexual satisfaction in a relationship, let&rsquo;s try to answer some more important questions you might have in the same direction.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How do you feel sexually satisfied in a relationship?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feeling sexually satisfied in a relationship can depend on a number of crucial factors. While <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6699928\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">communication<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one key point in ensuring that your intimacy needs are met. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/emotional-intimacy\/repairing-emotional-intimacy\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emotional intimacy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, chemistry, talking about your needs and wants &ndash; are some more ways to feel sexually comfortable in a relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How to keep your spouse sexually satisfied?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping your spouse sexually satisfied is an important part of any relationship. Sexual couples often enjoy better understanding and closeness. Thinking about &lsquo;how to keep my husband sexually satisfied?&rsquo; or &lsquo;what satisfying a woman sexually means&rsquo; , talk to them first.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can follow the tips mentioned above to improve and maintain sexual satisfaction in your marriage. Good communication, intimacy &ndash; physical and emotional, therapy, use of lubricants, and being honest about what you need and want are some of the ways to improve sexual satisfaction for your partner.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make-your-sex-life-fun\"><\/span><b>Make your sex life fun!<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These tenets of a sexually satisfying relationship may seem like nothing and a sheer time of waste but trust us they are not. Every couple who aims to have a long, content, satisfying relationship should incorporate these tenets into their daily lives because they can totally change their love life.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It will bring back the spark into your relationship and bring you both closer than ever- both emotionally and physically. Take out time for each other, communicate about your sexual needs and you will see for yourself how the dynamics of your relationship take a turn.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false,"raw":""},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We all love sex, but we tend to put it on hold because of our busy routine and hectic schedules. 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