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5 tips to have a productive sex talk with your partner BEFORE marriage

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Feb 23, 2022, 21:00 IST
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The must have sex talk before marriage

Not many people realise that before you get married to your prospective partner, there are a few conversations that have to be had about sex beforehand. So before you both get married, keep these 5 tips in mind to have a productive sex talk for an amazing sex life post-marriage.

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Ask about their preferences

It is important to know what he/she likes and dislikes in bed. Everyone has some or the other hang ups or boundaries they do not want you to cross. It will give you a fair idea of what you can incorporate and experiment with when you want to get intimate.

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Tell your turn-ons

Since sex is a two way traffic, you must tell your partner about your own turn ons and turn offs. The positions you want to try, what makes you feel uncomfortable, what makes you feel good, etc. You both ought to be transparent about your desires and needs. It helps in establishing a good and comfortable connection with your partner.

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Learn priorities

To have a healthy sex life together, you two must discuss your priorites as a couple. One could be more about the romance and the other one maybe all about the lust or even animal sex. So there will be some kind of compromise so that both parties are happy together. Sex is very important in a marriage as it in a way fertilzes growth. It keeps the spark alive between the two partners.

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Outside-the-bedroom talk

Talk about your past experiences if you are comfortable, know the behaviors and reactions of each other. When you watch each other and talk about different things, you both can work on the anxiety and analyse each other.

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Practice compassion

To avoid shaming and blaming, remember to be compassionate with each other. Navigating mindfully is crucial so as not to hurt the other’s feelings. Sometimes a certain mindless reaction can scar the other for life.


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