The Kids Are Gone—Now Let’s Talk About Your Sex Life

The kids have left home, now it’s time to examine and craft the next stage of your life. With the freedom of an empty home, your sex life should be included in that examination. Imagine a sex life open for exploration and renewed vigor and enjoyment.

But wait, “I’m getting older and need to understand how aging might impact my sex life?” Well, the resounding therapeutic response is, “Sex is good for your health!”

The Surprising Health Benefits of an Active Sex Life

Studies have shown that a healthy sex life can be good for your heart, your blood pressure and your stress levels. It might even help to boost your immune system. Your heart rate at orgasm is on average the same as your heart rate during light exercise, like walking…but a whole lot more fun!  

Turns out blood pressure is lowered by physical contact, such as holding hands and long hugs in addition to sex. It only makes sense to add satisfying sex to your daily nutrition and exercise routines ensuring a healthy, satisfied and long-lived life.  

The kids have left home, now it’s your time to explore, expand and embrace a satisfying sex life with renewed vigor!  As it turns out sex will keep you healthy and long lived, let’s go!

Clearly examining and exploring our sex lives may be a new concept to some older adults and seniors, which is completely understandable. We all are the embodiment of familiar, societal and religious training with respect to sex. In fact, most people struggle to discuss sex with anyone, much less their partners.  

How to Have Better Sex NOW

While the internet is full of “how to have better sex with tricks and toys” research has resoundingly identified open COMMUNICATION as the singular number one success activity. Open communication sounds easy and yet most of us find it impossible, painful and completely unnerving to even consider.  

This creates a true dilemma; "how can I integrate a satisfying sex life into my next stage of life for health and happiness when I’m afraid to communicate with my partner?" Happily, there is a viable and proven solution, reach out to a trained sex therapist. Studies have overwhelming data proving the introduction of a therapist supports people in comfortably melting the wall of shame and embarrassment resulting in open and truthful sexual communications. 

Therapy Strengthens Your Communication Skills

Communication is the key and everyone needs help orchestrating how best to engage according to their unique views and values. Imagine, getting all those silent thoughts, concerns and desires off your chest and knowing your health and longevity are ignited by your bravery.    

At Reviving Your Drive, we specialize in guiding individuals and couples through their sexual wellness journey with compassion and expertise. If you’re ready to explore how therapy can support you and help you improve your communication skills, schedule a free 15-minute consultation with us today.