THE FUSE

Sure, sex isn’t everything in a relationship, but I’m willing to bet that no couple wants to end up with a mediocre sex life. Having satisfying experiences in the bedroom not only encourages more frequent pleasure but also deepens the connection between you and your partner. It’s a win all around. Yet there are invisible, yet very common, deterrents that keep this from becoming a reality for many couples. I spoke with Nicholas Velotta, a relationship scientist and the head of relationship research at Arya, to learn more about what these intimacy barriers are and where they stem from.