According to a new ZipHealth survey of 1,008 adults in the U.S. and Canada who are in relationships, half (51%) of those who created a sex menu report having more sex or physical intimacy afterwards.
- Another 74% say it cut down on misunderstandings about what each partner wanted.
- And for 79%, it helped them discover shared desires they didn’t know they had.
- The thing is, most couples don’t really talk about sex much. Nearly three-quarters (73%) of participants say they only communicate sexual preferences through casual conversations.
- But more than a third are more comfortable talking about their preferences in writing than out loud.
- The sex list may also be a confidence-builder in the bedroom, as 84% say openly discussing their preferences boosted their sexual confidence.
- There were some downsides during the process for some, including 43% of couples who say that creating their sex menu brought up differences that were tough to navigate.
- More than a third (37%) say it felt uncomfortable at first, but got easier over time.
Source: Vice