The Naked Truth | Why bad sex can ruin a good relationship and what to do about it
- Sexual incompatibility means a couple cannot be truly close on many levels, even for partners who adore and love each other
- Problems such as different sex drives and sexual preferences can be easily fixed, but deeper issues may require professional help
A couple who is sexually incompatible can be likened to oil and water in the same container: they may seem very close, but they can never truly bond.
No matter what sceptics may have you believe, sex is essential in any committed relationship for many reasons. Maintaining good verbal communication and a healthy level of sexual activity are vital for any relationship to grow.
Unfortunately, some couples find it difficult to express or enjoy themselves in the bedroom because they cannot click with their partner in bed. Even partners who adore and love each other can be a mismatch in the bedroom.
Sexual incompatibility can be caused by a number of things. It could be due to different sexual preferences, which one partner may find distasteful and could turn them off. Other reasons include physical awkwardness, different libido levels, and different paces or rhythms.
Maybe you avoid sex with your partner because you find their body a turn-off or, the other way around, because you are embarrassed by yours.