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What I Love About Sex

#322 How to stop being anxious about sex

Sep 29, 2023
Learn how to stop being anxious about sex by gaining positive sex momentum, confidently answering 'what if' questions, rerouting focus for sexual confidence and communication, and overcoming challenges through improved communication.
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Quick takeaways

  • Shifting your focus from anxieties to positive experiences and wins is crucial for improving your sex life.
  • Effective communication and conflict resolution are essential for a satisfying sex life and strengthening bonds with your partner.

Deep dives

Focus on Positive Evidence for Better Sex Life

To improve your sex life, it is essential to shift your focus from anxieties and fears to positive experiences and wins. When negative thoughts dominate your mind, it creates a cycle of anxiety and expectation of bad outcomes in every sexual encounter. This ultimately leads to frustration, shame, and avoidance of sex. To break this cycle, you need to start expecting positive outcomes and set yourself up for success. Get clear on what your ideal sex life looks like, focusing on pleasure, connection, and fun. Start recognizing and noting down sex wins, even the smallest ones, such as asking someone out or initiating a make-out session. By consciously acknowledging these wins and shifting your focus to what is going well, you can build confidence, overcome anxieties, and create a more fulfilling sex life.

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