Joy feelings magazine July Issue 2019 | Page 12

Being grouchy or ignoring your spouse all during the day hurts your chances of having a positive lovemaking experience that evening. Remember that sex is not going to be perfect each time. Do not compare your sex life to the ones you see in movies or on television. Recognize that abstinence now and then can be beneficial to your relationship if you start to lust after one another more. It is about quality before quantity! Take good care of yourself. Do not let yourself go or fail to manage your health or physical appearance. What Your Marriage Needs to Have a Healthy Sex Life Productive and meaningful communication Love for each other Physical attraction Willingness to make time for each other Date nights, fun and playfulness Acceptance of each other's flaws and quirks There is no reason why you can't have an active and healthy sex life for many, many years!