Marriage and sex are interwoven. Problems in one area invariably influence the other area. In fact, it enhances communication in marriage, yet, it is the least topic discussed by couples or preached about in the open.
The obvious truth about marriage is that, it is done in the flesh and not in the spirit. So also is sex. Yet many people believe that, sex and sex-related problems are topics for the physician to discuss but not issues for counselors.
This is narrow view about the whole problem of marriage and sex. And, periodically, issues of sex often arise in counseling sessions and, definitely, they cannot be ignored. Hence, it is important to help couples deal with sexual problems in their marriages.
When a man comes home after a hard day's work, two things are on his mind- food and good sex (in whatever order). And, just as good food is a must for good marriage, so also is good sex. If a woman is stingy with sex, the man becomes stingy with you.
For a man, sexual intercourse satisfies his sex drive, fulfills his manhood, enhances his love for his wife, reduces friction in the home and provides life's most-exciting/ pleasurable experience.
For a woman, sexual intercourse fulfills her womanhood, reassures her of her husband's love, satisfies her drive, relaxes her nervous system and gives her the ultimate excitement/ pleasurable experience.
Now imagine what marriage will look like without sexual intercourse. The two are definitely interwoven.
For a smooth sexual relationship, couples must note that, making love to their partner begins when you get up in the morning and not when you go to bed in the night. Give your partner a surprise call or a love text messages during the day, show him/ her that you truly care and love him/her. Say it! Show it! Express it!
The road to marriage success/marital happiness starts from the time when young people decide that they are ready for marriage. It is at this point that they need to know a lot about what they are getting into.
