Here's Why You Need Sexy Relationship Goals

It’s a common stereotype that older married couples or those in dedicated relationships for a long time come across the issue of not having enough sex or as much sex as they used to when their relationship was fresh and new. This stereotype comes with the bickering couple that often features one spouse who does not want to have sex anymore and is not happy with that fact. While this stereotype is not always true, and not all couples have this issue, those who suffer from a strain in their relationship as sex play a huge role in a couple’s overall happiness.

Intimate touch is an important part of a close romantic relationship. For many people, sexual intimacy is entwined with emotional intimacy. That means that paying attention to your sex life can be a huge advantage to your long-term relationship, and ignoring it can produce the opposite results. That being said, it’s normal for a relationship to feel less sexy as time goes on. Passion doesn’t always last when you engage in the same sexual activities, and the truth is, it happens. The good news is that you can change this, and you don’t have to let it stay that way. Actively forming sexy goals for your relationship can keep you both feeling hot and keep your relationship healthy. Let’s take a closer look at why sexual intimacy is so important and how you can set some intimate goals that will keep this relationship constantly progressing forward.

Why Sexual Intimacy Is Important

Before we start talking about the importance of sexual intimacy in relationships, we must first clarify that not all relationships will require increased sexual activity or sexual activity at all to thrive. Some individuals, whether it be that they don’t feel the need to have sex that much or because they may have a sexuality that eliminates the need to have sex, can thrive in a relationship with limited or non-existent sex life and should not feel pressured if this current model is working for you.

However, this lifestyle does not work for everyone, and for those who are having issues, it is important to know why sexual intimacy is key to sustaining a great relationship.

Just because you and your partner are having sex does not mean you are actively contributing to your intimacy level with each other. People in a relationship can become used to having sex with each other. It becomes a routine, and when that happens, you may be able to have sex but not actually be in tune with each other. Building intimacy is about having sex in a way that engages your mind and your emotions.

In fact, some couples in long-term relationships find that addressing their intimacy problems greatly improves the other issues in their marriage. Why? Because sexual and emotional intimacy brings joy that allows you to be less judgmental of your partner, which clears other problems within the relationship dynamic.

Here are some other major reasons why sex is key to a great relationship…

It Translates to a Better Experience Outside of the Bedroom

People think sex is simply sex and doesn’t have any benefits except for the pleasure that two people receive when they are in the bedroom. However, this is not the case. Sexual intimacy helps to lead to a better relationship outside of the bedroom than it serves to help a couple within the bedroom. When two couples are consistently intimate with each other and are satisfied with their love life, they are going to boost other things such as their general health, emotional state, and other parts of the self that are key to keeping things light and happy between them when they are engaging with each other non-sexually daily. Both touch and sexual love are key languages that help individuals translate their affection to each other. When a partner feels that affection, vulnerability, and trust through sex, it helps add to the relationship.

It Boosts You and Your Partner’s Confidence

Think back to the first time you met your partner. Were you not flattered by all of the affection and attention they were giving you? Did you not feel confident when you two were exposed to each other and felt attracted to your body? Was there not a sense of confidence that came with being able to satisfy your partner sexually? Although these initial feelings may wane over time as you become more comfortable with your partner, there is still a great feeling that comes with being wanted by your partner and the confidence that comes with a fantastic sexual relationship. This is why when couples go from having frequent sex to having significantly less sex or no sex at all, partners feel unwanted or unattractive and lose some of their self-esteem and confidence in the self-image. Sex helps to restore that and reinforce those great characteristics.

It Improves Overall Mental and Physical Health

You may be surprised to learn that pleasure is not the only thing you and your partner are getting out of having sex. Sex comes with a host of mental and physical benefits such as a reduction in stress and anxiety levels, an increase in immune system function, a more youthful appearance, a healthier lifestyle of dieting and exercise (or an increased of chance making these moves), a decrease in pain, a decrease in the chance of developing heart disease and certain cancers, improved memory, and a better quality of sleep. Overall, sex is great for couples who want to boost their quality of life.

Now that you know why you need them, here are some sexy goals to help you build intimacy with your partner and strengthen your bond.

Kiss With Intention (Every Time!)

Not all kisses are the same, and some kisses can lack that special something that you used to have with your partner or translate the love between you two. Make it a goal to be present for every kiss you give and receive with your partner and treat it as its own moment deserving of your time and energy. Don’t just give them a quick peck on their way out the door. Look into their eyes, take your time, and feel their lips touching yours. It only takes a few extra seconds to make each kiss meaningful, and this can go a long way in increasing intimacy between the two of you. (It might even be enough to get you both in the mood!)

Be Naked Together

This isn’t about just getting naked and having sex, which can lose its luster if you strip down and get to it without allowing for a buildup to happen. Allow time for yourselves to be close and explore each other’s bodies while you are naked. Try sleeping naked together or giving each other massages. You could also have your partner lie down on their stomach while you caress their back. These exercises reinforce the idea that time spent nude together is not just about jumping to sex. Sex is about exploring two bodies together and is meant to be beautiful, intense, and pleasurable.

Talk About Expectations

Everyone has different sex drives, and everyone has different needs when it comes to sex. Over time, partners may not feel as sexually satisfied as they used to in the relationship, and they may either feel ashamed to talk about it or not want to embarrass or let down the other partner. Take the time to sit down to talk to your partner so that you can find out how often they feel you should be having sex, what you should be doing during sex, and what you can do to serve their needs better. (This goes both ways.) If you each have very different expectations, try to find a middle ground and stick to a plan that gives you both the opportunity to be sexual with each other regularly.

Flirt With Each Other

However, being in a long-term relationship can make you feel too comfortable with your partner. You may lose that sexual excitement as the relationship progresses due to having gotten used to your partner’s body and sexual habits. To regain this spark, you must go back to the beginning and figure out ways to spice up the relationship. Talk to each other about sex. Be honest and be playful. Send your partner a sexy text message telling them a tiny preview of what you’d like to do to them later. It gives them a heads up that you’re in the mood and gives both of you something to look forward to. Foreplay can also increase the intensity of the sexual activity and make it easier for the two of you to feel more satisfied and connected when all is said and done.

To summarize the above information, if your sex life has gotten stagnant, make it a priority to get your love life back on track for the sake of your relationship and the many benefits listed in the first section of this article. Hopefully, these tips can help get you started, and you can continue to brainstorm ideas with your partner until you are on the same page about your sexual needs and desires. However, if you find that you are having issues figuring it out on your own, you can also try talking to a professional relationship counselor about finding more ways to build greater sexual intimacy with your partner and successfully integrate them into your relationship. Help is always there when you need it, and change is as close as a click away.