4 Surefire Ways To Turn Your Partner Off

By Sarah Stefanson
[Intimacy & Sexuality]
Beyond Boundaries

It’s good to push the boundaries every once in a while.  It can lead to great new experiences that can bring you and your partner closer.  However, you should be very careful in your exploration, not to step over clear lines your partner is drawing.  If she has made it very clear that the idea of a threesome does nothing for her, do not bring it up while you’re making love.  If he has no interest in exhibitionism, don’t try to convince him to get busy in the park.  

You should be able to tell the difference between things your partner genuinely does not want to do and those that he or she needs more convincing to pursue.  Once it is made clear what your partner is really not interested in, don’t push it by bringing it up again.

Going Elsewhere

Say you feel that you need oral sex and your girlfriend thinks it’s icky.  Talk to her about it, ask her what the problem is and see if you can make it more pleasant for her.  You should not, for any reason, tell her that if she won’t do it, you’ll get it elsewhere.  Would you really want to get sexual favours from your girl just because she was scared you’d cheat on her if she didn’t?  

If you’ve truly come to a stalemate and your partner won’t do something that you feel you can’t do without, you have to make the decision to either move on to someone new or sacrifice this act for the sake of your relationship.  Maybe your relationship is progressive and open enough to allow some kind of arrangement for seeking your specific fantasies elsewhere, but if it isn’t, don’t use threats or intimidation to get what you want.  It will destroy any trust you have between you.

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not sure? ask!

If you’re not sure if she likes what you’re whispering in her ear or you can’t tell if he needs a little more encouragement to perform outdoors, just ask!  The best and only sure way to find out what your partner is thinking is to honestly and openly communicate with them.
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