How to Talk to Your Partner About Desires Without Embarrassment
For many couples it’s easier to sidestep the topic of desires for years than to calmly discuss it once. What gets in the way is the fear of seeming “too much,” of hurting your partner, or of hearing “no” in response. The result is a build-up of things left unsaid, and closeness gradually loses its depth. Yet the ability to talk about desires is one of the most reliable signs of a mature, trusting relationship. And it’s a skill you can learn, even if conversations like these have been hard for you before. ...