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Mismatch of sexual temperament in a couple. Different levels of libido.
When planning to enter into a long-term partnership/marital relationship, it is very important, in addition to general compatibility (personal, spiritual, family and household), to take into account physiological (sexual) compatibility. One of the most important criteria for sexual compatibility is the coincidence of sexual temperament, i.e. approximately the same level of libido.
There are three types of sexual temperament:
- high — daily need for sex. They don’t particularly need a romantic setting or foreplay; the process itself and physical satisfaction are more important. They mature quite early and are easily excited. Stress, internal and external unfavorable factors have minimal impact on sexual desire.
- average — sexual desire occurs 2–3 times a week. In addition to physical satisfaction, emotional contact and spiritual intimacy are important. There are periods of greater or less activity, depending on mood, external and internal factors.
- low — sexual desire occurs approximately once every 3–4 weeks, sometimes less often. They often mature later than their peers. Sexual desire is influenced by many factors. In a relationship, it is not the sex itself that is important, but emotional intimacy, romance, and foreplay.
Is it possible to change sexual temperament? No. Every person is born with one or another sexual constitution and it is impossible to change it. All three options are…