Why do people have sex? A 2007 study identified 237 distinct reasons humans engage in sexual activity, revealing that our motivations extend far beyond pleasure, love, and reproduction. Researchers grouped these motivations into four major factors and 13 subcategories that help explain the “why” we have sex.
In this episode, Lauren unpacks the science behind these four factors and 13 subcategories, exploring how different sexual motivations shape our relationships. You’ll discover what drives your motivation, how your reasons for having sex may differ from your partner’s, and why these differences can create both connection and conflict.
By understanding your own sexual motivations, and those of your partner, you can gain valuable insight into your relationship, improve communication around intimacy, and identify practical ways to create a more fulfilling and satisfying sexual connection.
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Host: Lauren Muratore
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