All articles tagged with #long term relationships
Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch, both married for many years, share their insights on maintaining love and commitment in long-term marriages, emphasizing the importance of deep connection beyond romantic ideals and acknowledging the everyday realities of married life.
A global study found that people consider not just the number of past sexual partners but also when those encounters occurred, showing a preference for partners whose sexual activity decreased over time, challenging traditional views on sexual history judgments.
A large study of over 6,000 people on blind dates found that both men and women are equally attracted to younger partners, challenging the stereotype that only men prefer youth. Despite this, long-term couples tend to have an age gap with older men and younger women, likely due to societal and practical factors. The research suggests that initial attraction patterns are more similar across genders than previously thought, but external influences shape long-term pairing.
Sex educator Emily Nagoski challenges the myth of spontaneous desire in long-term relationships, arguing that the traditional narrative of passion fading over time is wrong. She introduces the concept of the "desire imperative," which places too much emphasis on spontaneous desire and overlooks the importance of pleasure in sexual well-being. Nagoski advocates for centering pleasure over spark, highlighting the significance of responsive desire and the role of context in experiencing pleasure. She emphasizes that pleasure, not desire, should be the focus of sexual well-being, and suggests that worrying about desire is unnecessary when pleasure is prioritized.
Sex educator Emily Nagoski, known for her best-selling book "Come as You Are," faced her own sexual struggles in her marriage while promoting women's sexual empowerment. Her new book, "Come Together," delves into maintaining intimacy in long-term relationships, emphasizing the importance of pleasure over desire and offering advice based on her personal experiences. Nagoski's candid approach and insights aim to help couples navigate challenges and prioritize their sexual connection.
Actress Dakota Johnson revealed in an interview with the Wall Street Journal that she requires a double-digit amount of sleep to feel normal, stating that she can easily sleep for 14 hours a day. This may be influenced by her friendship with Gwyneth Paltrow, who has been advocating for clean sleeping and getting at least seven to eight hours of quality sleep. Johnson's sleep habits may be unique to her and other women in long-term relationships with members of Coldplay.
Nintendo has announced that it now has over 330 million user accounts worldwide, covering 164 countries and regions. The company plans to use these accounts as a "vital business foundation" to maintain a lasting relationship with consumers. Nintendo also revealed that it has more than 38 million members for its Switch Online service, which offers expanded content and features for Nintendo Switch users.
This article lists several long celebrity marriages that ended in divorce, including Billy Ray and Tish Cyrus after 28 years, Bill and Melinda Gates after 27 years, and Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos after 25 years. It highlights the challenges faced by couples in the spotlight and the complexities of maintaining long-term relationships in Hollywood.
A new study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine has identified distinct patterns of sexual boredom and sexual desire among individuals in long-term relationships. The study found that sexual boredom doesn’t necessarily mean a lack of desire and that women tend to report lower sexual boredom compared to men, while men tend to have higher scores in all sexual desire dimensions compared to women. The findings indicate that sexual boredom can be related to both low and high sexual desire depending on gender, and that being classified into certain profiles was associated with lower relationship satisfaction.
Three zodiac signs may find their happily ever after on April 21, 2023, during Mercury retrograde. This transit is known for messing up communications and wrecking tech, but it may bring surprises for some. Aries, Leo, and Pisces may feel the need to take stock of their lives and decide to commit to their partners for the long haul. Love and quick decisions may be necessary during this transit.
Having great chemistry, great sex, or being together for a long time are not necessarily indicators of a great relationship. These "false positives" can lead to complacency and prevent individuals from building a strong foundation of trust and commitment. While chemistry and sex are important components of a relationship, they should not be the sole focus. Building a strong relationship requires more than just these factors.