Sex for Saints Episode 169 - Initiating Ideas and Styles
Jul 16, 2021
Why do men tend to initiate sex more often? This discussion unpacks the reasons women might hesitate to take the lead. With insights from recent studies, learn how gender disparities affect intimacy. Discover practical tips to improve communication and help both partners engage in initiating intimacy. The conversation emphasizes understanding preferences and empowering women to embrace their role in enhancing emotional connections.
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Why Men Initiate More Often
- Men initiate sex more often due to being more frequently aroused and social expectations.
- Women often don't initiate because of exhaustion, vulnerability, or the belief men should initiate.
Share Initiation Responsibility
- Women should initiate sex sometimes to balance the dynamic and give their husbands a chance to miss it.
- Consider scheduling initiation days to share responsibility and keep desire alive.
Fear of Rejection Shuts Men Down
- Men often stop initiating after repeated rejection, which can cause women to feel undesired.
- Rejection feels personal, so men may quit trying to initiate to avoid emotional pain.