Be fully present
She suggests non-s€xual intimacy like kissing, massages, or sharing a bath — without pressure for sex. Desire often follows naturally.
2. Resentment at Home
Unequal housework or childcare responsibilities can quietly destroy s€xual attraction.
“When one partner feels like they’re doing everything,” she explains, “s€x starts to feel like another chore — not pleasure.”
Resentment builds, and intimacy fades.
3. Scheduling S€x Backfires
Planning s€x might seem practical, but Dr Gurney says it can make things worse.
Scheduled s€x can:
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Increase performance pressure
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Feel obligatory
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Turn intimacy into a task
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