anxieties you are feeling,
ask for and accept
reassurance, and continue
the conversation as things
come up.
Just “do it.” Sex is just
as healthy and necessary
as exercise and, just like
exercise, it may surprise
you with pleasure and
satisfaction—even if you
weren’t “in the mood.” So
get back into practice.
Once you’re back in the
habit, you’ll start to feel
better and your sex drive
should naturally increase.
Increase your activity
level. Bumping up your
general level of activity
will benefit your sex drive
by increasing your energy
and sense of well-being.
Let it go. As much as you
can, use your age and
experience to be wise and
candid with yourself. Let
go of your feelings of
inadequacy and let
yourself enjoy sex as you
age.
Tips for better sex as you age:
Know when to seek help
No matter what your age,
losing your desire for intimacy
and touch altogether isn’t
normal. In fact, loss of interest
or function may be signs of a
medical problem—one that
may be best addressed by a
doctor. If something is getting
in the way of your desire or
ability to have a good sex life,
don't let embarrassment keep
you from asking your doctor
for help. Working with a
professional, there is much you
can do to improve your sex
life.
Keep in mind that anything that
affects your general health and
well-being can also affect your
sexual function. Sexual health
can be affected by:
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