Sex During Quarantine 3/4: Adventurous From a Distance

This is #3 of 4 blog posts in the Sex During Quarantine series.

What if my partner and I are forced to get intimate from afar?

Some couples are forced to self quarantine apart from one another. If this is the case, be creative with connecting sexually. Phone sex, sexting, and sending nude photos are all great ways to keep the passion alive at a distance.

If those things make you squirm, think about setting up a Skype, Facetime, or Facebook Messenger session while you undress for the shower, or before putting your clothes on in the morning. If none of that feels comfortable, that’s OK! Simply letting your partner know you miss their sexual touch and look forward to the next time you connect face-to-face can also help.

How do I keep it sexually adventurous during our time apart?

During this time, the most sexually adventurous thing you can do is share with your partner things you might want to try, or have been thinking about trying.

An important thing to remember is that your fantasies might be better off played in your mind rather than in reality. Half the fun is sharing!

For some it can be deeply nerve-racking to share your erotic pleasures. I suggest using this helpful resource from Autostraddle as a guide for how to talk to your partner about sex. It provides yes, no, maybe lists for various sex acts, space to create and express boundaries, and initiate discussions about where your sexual desires overlap.