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Shower Sex: Making It Safer, Simpler, and More Enjoyable
Shower sex sounds exciting in theory, but many couples quickly discover that slippery surfaces, awkward angles, and unrealistic expectations can make it surprisingly difficult. This practical guide explores how to make shower intimacy safer, more comfortable, and genuinely enjoyable through better communication, positioning, and environmental setup. Learn why water is not lubrication, which approaches work best for real couples, and how to turn shower intimacy into a playful, low-pressure way to reconnect. Great intimacy is not about perfection. It is about adapting, relaxing, and learning what works for your marriage.
Oral Foreplay in Catholic Marriage: A Practical and Respectful Guide
Oral foreplay, when practiced within marriage as preparation for intercourse, can deepen emotional connection and enhance mutual pleasure while remaining faithful to Catholic teaching. This article offers practical tips, addresses common challenges such as discomfort or scrupulosity, and recommends supportive tools.
The Art of the Thrust
Gentlemen, here is your time to shine. After you have successfully wooed your bride into bed (shower, kitchen, backseat, etc.) and completed the preliminaries, it is time to get to the act proper. This is the time that distinguishes the boys from the men. It is time to practice the art of the thrust.
Best Basic Sex Positions
One of the most common areas that I address with new sex coaching clients is positions. Not all positions work for all clients. For example, I have had a client with partial paralysis who could only use one position, so in their case I just taught them how to use it more effectively. But most of my clients benefit from having 2-4 go-to positions. Here are some of the best ones.
Exploring Erogenous Zones
An erogenous zone (EZ) refers to an area of the human body that, when stimulated, can elicit sexual arousal and pleasure. These zones comprise about 24% of the human body. Many of these zones have no anatomical link to the genitals, and sometimes orgasm can even be achieved through stimulation of these extra-genital erogenous zones. Although generally the same for both men and women, EZs can vary from person to person in terms of sensitivity and preferred methods of stimulation. Below are a few examples with tips for stimulating them.
Making Out with Your Wife
When was the last time that you made out with your wife? Was it the last time that you made love? Was it the last time you had a fight and then could hardly make it to the bedroom in time for some hot makeup sex?