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Myths about sex after 50

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Mar 22, 2022, 01:00 IST
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Myths around middle-aged sex busted!

Whether you are young or in your 50’s, there are certain presumptions we all make especially when it comes to our respective sex lives. Itr is wrong to think that once you have crossed your prime, you sex drive slips away. In fact, in many cases it certainly increases. There are many beliefs surrounding sex in the 50s and here are some of those busted myths.

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Interest in sex is over after 50

This would be the biggest myth that many start believing in even if they feel horny at 50. Many people start presuming that it is wrong of them to feel the urge to do it at that age and then become frustrated. According to a survey, people have a renewed curiosity about their bodies and people in their 60s both men and women, 70-74 & of them find their sex lives way more satisfying than it did in their 40s. It is in their 50s and 60s when people start exploring Tantra sex and seek the help of sex coaches and therapists for good sex, without feeling ashamed or embarassed. They are willing to explore more and they want to get more adventurous.

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They have sex just to look younger

This is nothing but nonsense because by the age of 50, people stop giving importance to what others perceive of them and they embrace their sexuality. Many people are infact on quest to find out more about their sexual desires and they look at ways to express them in a safe space too. They know for a fact that 50 is the age to do everything they want because in the next phase of life, they never know what is in store.

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Missionary is all you want to try after 50

Boring sex is not at all in the agenda of people in their 50s. They are the ones who will practice all there is in a Kamasutra if they haven’t already. They are no more into quickies but more about prolonging the pleasure, the time spent and more.

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Sexual adventures are not in their will power

People in their 50s become more daring and adventurous. Many even have threesomes and orgy parties, wild adventures and everything they can try.

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The frequency of sex lessens after a certain age

As long as couples or people in their 50s are not bored of each other and are willing to try new things, spice up their sex lives, you will surprised to know that people in this age group are as active as they were in their 20s.


Read also: 6 valid reasons to avoid car sex

Read also: Why should you have MIRROR sex?

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