The conversation explores the reasons why people have sex and the challenges that can arise in long-term relationships. It highlights the importance of communication and understanding one's own desires and needs. The concept of a positive sexual mindset is introduced as a way to enhance sexual satisfaction.

• The reasons for having sex can be varied and nuanced, but ultimately it should be enjoyable and pleasurable.
• There is often a disconnect between the portrayal of sex in the media and the reality of sex in relationships.
• Many women struggle with feeling sexually normal and may experience guilt, shame, or pressure from their partners.
• Couples can find themselves in a sexual rut when they don't give their sex life enough thought and effort.
• It's important to move from having sex out of obligation or guilt to wanting to have sex for one's own pleasure.
• Sexual satisfaction can increase for women as they get older, but it requires communication and a positive sexual mindset.
• Delayed sexual response and responsive desire are common experiences for women, and foreplay can help enhance arousal.
• A positive sexual mindset involves focusing on what's working in the sexual experience and being open to pleasure.
• Communication and understanding one's own desires and needs are key to improving the sexual experience in a long-term relationship.
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Thanks to EXSENS for being our sponsor.

It is our belief that intimacy and wellness are deeply connected. Our ongoing mission is to educate and empower all women, everywhere, so they may recognize and nurture that connection.

Our body care and sexual wellness products are formulated with your health and pleasure in mind. Developed by women, for women, our entire line is produced at our state-of-the-art cosmetics and medical devices facility, Laboratoire Néo Cosmétique, in Aix-en-Provence, France, where we've been producing cosmetics and intimate care products for clients across Europe for well over a decade.

In 2015, we proudly launched our very own brand. The name EXSENS is derived from a combination of two words: EXquises SENSations (which is French for "exquisite sen