It’s fairly safe to assume that we all recognize the importance of sex in romantic relationships. Between the advice plastered across newsstand magazines, the wide world of products designed to “help” people with their sex lives, and even our own natural desires – it’s pretty clear that sex is a big deal. But what about […]

Over our last two blog posts, we’ve been looking at how attraction changes over time. We’ve talked about some of the causes, as well as some of the specific differences between how men and women experience this change. To conclude the three part series, we’ll get to the most important part of this whole topic: […]

In our last post, we began a series on how attraction can change over time. We looked at a few of the ways levels of attraction can fade based on appearance, overall sexual attraction, and how mental image can affect how you’re attracted to your spouse. Today, we continue by comparing and contrasting the way […]

Marriages are a long-term commitment. The whole idea rests on sticking together through thick and thin, on developing and maintaining a partnership that can withstand the test of time. You and your spouse are supposed to be a team, each other’s support and confidant, and a source of pleasure and affection. So, what are we […]

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and this time of year always conjures up images of classic, storybook romance. Everywhere we look, we see images of cupid, hearts, and all sorts of lovey-dovey reminders of the spirit of the season. But what if you aren’t feeling particularly close this Valentine’s Day? What if your […]

People magazine just announced this years Sexiest Man Alive, singer and The Voice judge Adam Levine! While there’s no doubting that Adam is quite handsome, it isn’t just his looks that make him sexy. Sex appeal can mean different things to different people, and not all of us have the same opinions about what we […]

Sex is a little bit different in every marriage. There is no “right” amount or frequency that will work for every couple, and since we all have varying needs and desires, no two sexual relationships will be exactly the same. A marriage with no sexual activity, however, puts couples at risk for drifting apart, reduced […]

Simply thinking outside of yourself can stop a LOT of arguments before they reach a boiling point No, I don’t mean in the bedroom, though that doesn’t hurt either! I’m talking about putting the shoe on the other foot, imagining an experience or situation through the eyes of your spouse. Now, we have to understand […]

There’s something about the summer that makes people feel good. It could be the sunshine, the warm air, or maybe just the prospect of summer vacations and the longest days of the year! Whatever the cause, summer is the time for fun in the sun – but that’s not all – summer can be the […]

Most couples think sex is a pretty big deal, and rightfully so. In fact, problems surrounding sex and affection are some of the more common issues that couples face. We know that it’s a sensitive subject, but it doesn’t have to be! Communicating about sex and intimacy is something we’ve stressed in the past. Every […]