Myths about Sex and Aging
- Origin of the Discussion
- Conversation with a friend about giving up sex at 60
- Reaction to a New York Times article featuring older people in a sexual context
- Myth 1: Older People Don’t Want Sex
- Contrary belief: Many people maintain strong desires into their later years
- Example from Netflix's "Love, Sex, and Goop" showing aged couples with active sex lives
- Note on sex expression: Frequency and methods may change, but the desire for intimacy remains constant
- Myth 2: Sex Becomes Less Enjoyable with Age
- Increased confidence with age
- Improved communication skills
- Focus on quality over quantity
- Enhanced understanding of sexual needs and desires
- Myth 3: Sex Has to Look the Same as When You Were Younger
- Move away from acrobatic or physically strenuous activities
- Use of helpful tools like a tantra chair for comfort and creativity
- Transition from penetrative sex to pleasurable experiences in chronic pain or illness scenarios
- Expansion of what constitutes sexual pleasure (touching erogenous zones, etc.)
Conclusion
- Emphasis on open communication, creativity, and adaptability in sex life
- Encouragement for a deeper and more fulfilling experience of pleasure and connection with age
- Reminder about joining "The Pleasure Palace" community
Additional Resources
- Availability of pleasure prescriptions for chronic pain, erectile dysfunction, menopause, and more
- Final message: "Pleasure never gets old"
