{"id":13504,"date":"2018-04-24T15:42:40","date_gmt":"2018-04-24T07:42:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intimina.com\/blog\/?p=13504"},"modified":"2020-05-28T12:39:39","modified_gmt":"2020-05-28T10:39:39","slug":"how-to-stress-proof-your-sex-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intimina.com\/blog\/how-to-stress-proof-your-sex-life\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Stress-Proof Your Sex Without Overhauling Your Life"},"content":{"rendered":"

Orgasms are nature\u2019s little stress relievers. They\u2019re absolutely free, available in unlimited quantities, and they do all sorts of fun things to our brains that make us happy. After a harrowing day of battling traffic, the office, and family drama with the kids or the in-laws, there\u2019s nothing like a <\/span>quick boost of serotonin and dopamine via a bit of sexy stimulation<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

What could possibly be worse than trying to scramble for a few spare, toe-curling hours (or, let\u2019s be honest, even minutes) in-between life\u2019s daily craziness to visit Kingdom Come? \u00a0When sex becomes the source of our stress instead of the relieving antidote! <\/span><\/p>\n

Both masturbation and partnered sex can easily turn into new reasons to moan and groan (and not the good kind!) for myriad reasons. This unfortunate turn of events can quickly become a negative pattern, eventually turning us off the bedroom altogether, if we don\u2019t recognize what\u2019s going on. Even if it feels like icky stuff like<\/span> low arousal or miscommunication<\/span><\/a> are becoming your new, sexually-unappetizing norm, we can nip bedroom stress in the bud with a few basic behavioral changes that are fast, easy, and instantly gratifying. <\/span><\/p>\n

Remember That All Bad Days (And Weeks) Must Come to an End<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Our sexual let-downs don\u2019t have to end in a downward spiral for our relationship with our partner or ourselves. These seemingly giant failures are simply minor issues that can grow with increasing stress levels, and they don\u2019t have to take over our entire lives, at least not for more than 24 hours. <\/span><\/p>\n

Ever notice how on a particularly annoying day at work, a cranky email from the boss can feel like a one-way ticket to Fired-ville? And then, a mere few days later, you might be passed over for a promotion and be able to brush it off and move on? Take a step back and consider how day-to-day moods and events affect your ability to handle everything from the bedroom to the boardroom. <\/span><\/p>\n

Maybe your partner seems distant during foreplay, or you just can\u2019t stop thinking about that huge family party you\u2019ve got to arrange this weekend. <\/span><\/p>\n

Whatever it is that\u2019s distracting you, recognize that it\u2019s not you or your partner\u2019s permanent state of mind.<\/strong> <\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

If you\u2019re just not up for sex \u2013 for an hour, a day, or even a week \u2013 don\u2019t let that stop you from getting a good night\u2019s sleep so you can be rested for a healthy, more focused and pleasurable romp when life smooths out again. Trust us, <\/span>you\u2019ll be back to yummy orgasms <\/span><\/a>in no time!<\/span><\/p>\n

No, Really \u2013 Put Down That Smart Phone!<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This probably isn\u2019t the first time you\u2019ve read that technology is a huge distraction in the bedroom, and that\u2019s because <\/span>it\u2019s totally true.<\/b>. So if you won\u2019t take it from someone else, maybe you\u2019ll take it from us and work on eliminating all those tech goodies from your sacred sexual space. <\/span><\/p>\n

Experts recommend taking <\/span>everything <\/span><\/i>electronic out of the bedroom, not just turning your devices off, but we\u2019ll give you a pass here since that huge, flat screen TV isn\u2019t exactly coming off the wall easily. Instead of settling down in bed with the TV blaring and a smart phone in hand, finish up your Netflix binge and any leftover emails in the living room. Before climbing into bed, cover up the TV with a mood-setting piece of fabric, like a silky red sash or black satin sheet. (Even if you\u2019re not thinking about sex, this will help you sleep, too.) Put your phone on silent and leave it on a charger in another room. No excuses about needing an alarm! The local dollar outlet store is a great place to grab a cheap digital clock that you can stash in a drawer come morning. <\/span><\/p>\n

Now that you\u2019re both device-free, do what couples did in bed before tech was king \u2013 kiss, cuddle, touch, hold hands, or exchange massages. Whether it leads to sex or not, you\u2019ll both feel better and are on your way to creating a connecting nighttime ritual. <\/span><\/p>\n

Grab a Battery-Powered Sex Life Hack (Yes, We Mean a Vibrator)<\/h3>\n

Maybe you\u2019re just too tuckered-out for all that thrusting, or the day\u2019s anxiety makes an erection or any natural arousal feel like another chore on your to-do list. If you\u2019re still willing to give an orgasm a go before hitting the hay, there\u2019s nothing wrong with a super-quickie using <\/span>our all-time favorite sex hack: a vibrator<\/span><\/a>. \u00a0Sometimes a tried-and-true method is all you need to kick-start your sex drive. Besides, when you\u2019ve got a 6AM wake-up call for work, don\u2019t feel bad about getting in, getting off, and going to bed. <\/span><\/p>\n

Hand your partner your vibe of choice and let them get you warmed up the easy way, letting the vibration patterns do all the work. You can reciprocate using your hands, or another sex toy that guarantees a quick-shot orgasm. Who cares if you both only last 5 minutes (or less)? You can now bask in the heavenly sleep that can only come from \u2013 well \u2013 coming! Kiss each other goodnight, and plan an epic night of all-out sex when the outside world finally takes a chill pill.<\/span><\/p>\n

Please note that advice offered by Intimina may not be relevant to your individual case. For specific concerns regarding your health, always consult your physician or other licensed medical practitioners.<\/em><\/p>\n

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