It’s Not About How Often — It’s About How It Feels
Dr Gurney stresses that science shows no direct link between the frequency of s€x and relationship satisfaction.
In fact, she says:
“Infrequent s€x that makes you feel alive, connected, and close to your partner is far better than daily s€x that’s low in pleasure.”
In short: quality beats quantity every time.
Why Desire Fades (And It’s Not What You Think)
Dr Gurney also identified four common reasons couples lose interest in s€x — none of which mean love is gone.
1. Phones, TV, and Constant Distraction
Technology may be killing desire more than we realize. When screens replace real connection, intimacy suffers.
Her advice isn’t to ban tech entirely, but to intentionally disconnect:
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Put phones away
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Turn off the TV
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