Sex Ed Before Bed

It's Normal for Sex to Take Work

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With great attraction comes great sex, forever, right? Not so much. 

Jessica Maxwell studies relationships and sex for a living. With Canadian roots, she's now an assistant professor at the University of Auckland. I learned things from her that I started applying to my own life as soon as the conversation ended.

Topics of discussion

  • Sexual fixed mindset vs. growth mindset
  • What factors play into long-term relationship satisfaction? 
  • How often are people having sex?
  • Who else is thinking about how often people are having sex?
  • A neat quiz to tell your partner what you want in bed (or out of it)
  • The Orgasm Gap 
  • What's the best way to meet someone we're compatible with? 
  • How scientific are dating apps? 
  • Double standards & myths 

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    Sex preferences quiz | Mojo Upgrade 

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    • Jessica's website

    List of researchers Jessica mentioned along with media coverage of their work: 

    • Terri Fisher | LA Times | Who lies more about sex, men or women? 
  • Sam Joel | The Cut | It's All Too Easy to Ignore Relationship Dealbreakers
  • Amy Muise | Science Daily | Couples who have sex weekly are happiest 
  • Lindsey Hick | Global News | Are you lying to yourself about how much sex you need in your relationship? 
    • ...more
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