good sex life can add
years to your life.
Solidify relationships.
Sex is a chance to express
the closeness of your
deepest relationship.
Give refuge. Sex gives
you a chance to escape
from the sometimes harsh
realities of the world.
Tips for better sex as you age:
Accept and celebrate who you
are
Sex in later life may not be the
same as it was in your youth—
but that doesn’t have to be a
bad thing. In fact, sex can be
more enjoyable than ever. As
you find yourself embracing
your older identity, you can:
Reap the benefits of
experience. The
independence and selfconfidence that comes
with age can be very
attractive to your spouse
or potential partners. No
matter your gender, you
may feel better about your
body at 62 or 72 than you
did at 22. And it is likely
that you now know more
about yourself and what
makes you excited and
happy. Your experience
and self-possession can
make your sex life
exciting for you and your
partner.
Look ahead. As you age,
try to let go of
expectations for your sex
life. Do your best to avoid
dwelling on how things
are different. If you
enjoyed an active sex life
in your younger years,
there’s no reason to slow
down with age, unless
you want to. A positive
attitude and open mind
can go a long way toward
improving your sex life as
you age.
JOY FEELINGS | DECEMBER ISSUE
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