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How to express your sexual desires in a relationship

It doesn’t matter if you’ve been dating for a while or if it’s a new relationship, the matchmakers here at Macbeth have put together some expert tips on how to communicate your needs. The aim is to strengthen the connection between you and your lover and help you feel heard in your partnership.

Know what exactly what to talk about

Sex is already a topic that can make us feel a little nervous, especially when we want to talk about it in a more serious way. The last thing you want to do is start out this conversation without a clue of what you want to touch on specifically.
You do not need to make a list, unless that sounds better to you. But do think thoroughly about what exactly you want your partner to know regarding your sex life, that way you will know where and how to start.
Maybe you want to try something new, or perhaps you would like to switch things up to make it a more pleasurable experience. Whatever it is, keep it in mind and talk about it with confidence.

Bring it up at the right time

Some say that there is never a perfect time to talk about certain things, but this is not the case. The best time to bring up something regarding sex in general, is during intimate, alone occasions.

The situation itself does not need to be sexual in nature for the topic to be addressed, but you do need to be in a place and a moment where none of you feel any sort of external pressure. That way you can talk about it as openly as you can for as long as you wish.

This also includes not letting things that concern you, or that are important to you spin around in your mind for eternity; it is not healthy for either party to do so.

Listen to their desires as well

The key to a healthy sex life is being willing to share what you like and what you don’t and paying attention when your partner does the same. Since you will be creating a space for the discussion to be had, you should be willing to listen to your person without restrictions; remember that between any couple there are two sides to everything.

Their desires in a relationship and needs are as important as yours, so listen intently and try to truly understand what they want from your sexual encounters. You will likely find tons of middle grounds, from things you both would like to try to tips to improve each other’s performances, so have fun and be honest with your significant other about these things.

Understand their limits and honor yours

Your partner likely won’t be enthusiastic about certain topics within the conversation, and no matter the reason behind it, you should not try to push it. Be mindful and respectful and know when to, either go to the next point, or change the direction of the conversation entirely.

Likewise, you should be honest about what things make you feel particularly uncomfortable and what things you just don’t feel like discussing at the moment or at all.

Remember that consent, respect and trust all need to be present during the entirety of the conversation, and this should work both ways. So go at your own pace and ensure a nice flowing conversation that takes into account your partner’s feelings as much as yours –that is the winning strategy!

Some tips for being able to express your sexual desires in a relationship freely

1. Admit your desires to yourself

A lot of people have trouble communicating their sexual needs because they’re simply not being honest with themselves about what those needs are. It’s absolutely natural and healthy to want to experiment in the bedroom and try new things, this is exactly how to get a clearer picture of what’s important to you as part of an intimate sexual relationship.
If something appeals to you, or is of interest to you, then it’s necessary that the first action you take is to get comfortable with the idea on your own. This doesn’t mean working out the finer details or making any definite plans, it simply means becoming familiar with your feelings, to the extent that you can share them clearly with your partner when the time is right.
Whilst you don’t need to have the entire experience mapped out, clarity about what you want sexually, and even perhaps what you’re hoping to feel or gain, can help your lover to understand what your motives are.

2. Don’t be embarrassed

If you’re in a couple where there is mutual respect, love and compassion, ask yourself why you think any of this might change once you convey your sexual desires in a relationship. It’s easy to feel as though you’ll be judged, or that your lover’s opinion of you will change just because you mention something new. However, as risky as your requests may be, we want you to think about your situation in terms of the rest of your life.
If you’re in a long term relationship, are you prepared to accept a future where you repress your needs and possibly miss out on discovering new aspects of your sexuality and sensuality? Being too embarrassed to speak up can stem from a belief that what you desire is wrong. If this is true for you, remember that mature, healthy relationships, no matter how different you and your partner are sexually, shouldn’t shut down communication in any way. Reflect on the status of your relationship and whether there are other more pressing issues around communication which need to be dealt with. If you don’t think there are, then give your partner the benefit of the doubt that they will make an effort to understand what you have to say.

3. Create a forum

There is the possibility that if you’re finding it hard to communicate new activities you want to experience sexually, your partner may also have one or two fantasies they’re keeping to themselves. A great way to open up the discussion is to create an intimate, relaxed and prearranged forum for it, or even you could flirt over text.
Creating a forum is essentially about making space. So, set a date, time and place and be sure ahead of the occasion that you’re both aware some totally honest and adult conversations are going to take place. This may sound like a pretty intense way to do it but it by no means has to be. It’s easy, and we encourage you to make it fun. Take any pressure out of the equation by both of you writing down your thoughts and placing them in a jar to be read aloud by the other. If this goes well, incorporate it as a regular activity in your lives.
Always remember to listen as intently as you would expect to be heard yourself. This is not all about you, so with this in mind, take the time to reassure your lover if they too are wary or holding back.

4. Don’t criticize

A mistake occasionally made by people who aren’t having the sort of sex life they want is they begin to blame or criticise their lover. This can only result in negativity and if you want to get more adventurous and experimental in the bedroom, making your partner upset or insecure is the wrong way to go about it.
Be careful when expressing yourself to avoid statements that begin similar to ‘you make me…’ or ‘you’re not…’ What we definitely don’t want to do is slip down the accusatory lane, the idea is to keep you both feeling comfortable and connected, not angry and offended.
In the same way, try not to take it personally if your partner mentions feelings about your current sex life that you didn’t know or weren’t expecting. Their opinion should be as valid as your own perspective on the situation and the ultimate aim is to get both your needs met.

5. Be prepared for rejection

We’ve saved this one for last because it’s not fun but is definitely a reality. Everyone has the right to their sexual preferences and personal comfort level when it comes to sex. This means that you have to be understanding if your partner listens to you, thinks about what you’re asking, then decides it’s not something they’re currently interested in.
To have your sexual desires rejected can be tough, but be mindful that it isn’t always a reflection of you or what you’re asking for. It’s just as easily a reflection of your partner and where they’re at on their own journey with their body and mind. Don’t get resentful, just weigh up how strong the desire is and what other positive options there are for you both to move forwards.

How Macbeth Matchmaking can help you

Sexual desires, needs and boundaries are very important, but sometimes the people we couple with do not understand how much so. If you are tired of trying to find a person who truly understands you and your needs, then please allow us at Macbeth Matchmaking to help you out.
Our one-on-one system with professional matchmakers ensures a seamless process that pays close attention to what you want and what you are looking for.

Don’t waste more time with non-quality matches and instead prepare yourself to potentially meet the love of your life –contact us now and start your love journey today!