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The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

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Understanding Different Types of Desire

Desire can manifest as spontaneous or responsive. Spontaneous desire occurs instantly upon seeing someone attractive, wanting immediate intimacy. Responsive desire arises gradually during physical intimacy. Both are normal, but men often experience spontaneous desire while women tend towards responsive desire, especially in long-term relationships. This distinction can create misunderstandings, as women may question their lack of instant desire and feel broken, not realizing the normalcy of their responsive desire. The fear of not reciprocating sexual advances can hinder women from initiating physical intimacy.

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