1. Experiencing sexual arousal is neither immoral nor sinful.
2. You are blessed when your partner frequently feels desire for you.
3. Regular and intense arguments can diminish sexual desire within a marriage.
4. It’s not just men who experience sexual arousal; women do too, and some may feel heightened desire during ovulation, prompting a need for physical affection.
5. Many men wake up feeling ready for intimacy. Wives, respond to his desires.
6. At times, intense sexual arousal can hinder normal functioning, which is why marriage provides an outlet.
7. One significant challenge for couples in long-distance relationships is that when one feels aroused, the partner may be far away. Combat this by calling and flirting over the phone, and when you reunite, fully embrace your desires.
8. It can be painful when you’re feeling aroused and your partner is uninterested; this can feel like a significant rejection.
9. Some women find they become increasingly sexually assertive as they age into their forties and fifties. Embrace this phase while it lasts.
10. Sexual arousal serves as a reminder that intimacy is about more than just reproduction; it’s a form of expressing love.
11. It’s possible to be a strong believer and still have a vibrant sexual nature. Don’t feel embarrassed about your feelings.
12. Instead of ignoring feelings of sexual arousal, couples should confront and address these feelings for mutual satisfaction.
13. Couples who experience sexual desire but engage in little intimacy often become tense and irritable.
14. Certain contraceptive methods can influence a woman’s level of sexual desire.
15. Your perception of your spouse affects your libido; a negative view can lead to diminished desire.
16. Feeling aroused doesn’t justify reaching out to others outside your marriage for attention or contact.
17. As you grow older, it can be tempting to seek out younger partners to explore your feelings, but this can lead to complications. It’s not a trivial matter.
18. Manage your sexual desires; otherwise, they may take control, leading to problematic lust.
19. Another way to think of a spouse is as ‘the one who satisfies my sexual needs.’