{"id":4455,"date":"2023-07-18T10:01:22","date_gmt":"2023-07-18T09:01:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/?p=4455"},"modified":"2023-07-18T10:03:05","modified_gmt":"2023-07-18T09:03:05","slug":"qa-sex-educator-gigi-engle-on-best-days-times-and-places-to-have-sex","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vivastreet.co.uk\/blog\/qa-sex-educator-gigi-engle-on-best-days-times-and-places-to-have-sex\/","title":{"rendered":"Q&A: Sex educator Gigi Engle on best days, times and places to have sex"},"content":{"rendered":"

Certified sex educator, <\/span><\/i>Gigi Engle<\/span><\/i><\/a>, teamed up with <\/span><\/i>Vivastreet<\/span><\/i><\/a> to answer your questions on the best days, times and places to have sex, from the benefits of having sex at certain points in the week, to creative ways to change up your routine.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Want to know Gigi\u2019s opinion on sex education and its benefits? Read the previous Q&A\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

What are the benefits of having sex at the start of the week?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

There are countless benefits to having sex at the top of the week. It\u2019s a really great way to begin your week on a positive, uplifting note. Sex is a way for couples (and partners, in general) to connect and build intimacy. It fortifies the bond between partners and sends the message that you\u2019re in this thing called life together – you\u2019re a team – and you value each other as partners and lovers.<\/span><\/p>\n

We often get so bogged down with our to-do lists, our kids, chores, and work – that we forget that our intimate connection with our partners needs care and nurturing. Our sexual relationships are a bit like houseplants – they need lots of TLC in order to survive and thrive. I think when we prioritise sex as something that is important to kick off our busy weeks. When we view it as so important that we pop it down as one of the first things we do – we help to solidify the connection and keep our relationship tended to and healthy.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now, I\u2019m not suggesting that having sex at the top of the week is the “only way” or “right way” to go about sex. Rather, it\u2019s about making it a <\/span>priority<\/span><\/i>. So, whether you\u2019re having sex on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday – or whenever – it\u2019s about ensuring it is important to you and your partner(s).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In this mindset, sex isn\u2019t going to be shoved aside to make room for “more important” things because it is viewed as something essential to your life and overall happiness. We\u2019re making the time for it, no matter what.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

And there\u2019s more to it, too. Orgasms are just generally so good for our mental health. They help reduce anxiety, build our mind-body connection, and improve sleep quality. We live busy and hectic lives.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Orgasms (whether partnered or solo) should be recognised as falling under the self-care umbrella. Get it on the calendar and make it a part of the routine in order to reap the benefits.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Want to know more about Britain’s favourite days and times to have sex?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

What are some creative ways to have sex around the house?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

I know this may sound a bit obvious: But use your imagination. I\u2019d start by having a discussion about fantasies. What are you into? What is something your partner has always wanted to try? This can be a helpful springboard to get erotic conversations going. And this can help set a foundation for a roleplay scene – the ultimate way to take your home from a familiar, cosy space into an erotic playground.<\/span><\/p>\n

Roleplay<\/a> is a really fun way to change things up during sex. Our brains have infinite potential for concocting scenes. We can think of the most elaborate scenarios, ones that can both elate and terrify us. The mind is a wild, untethered mess of our thoughts, feelings, images we\u2019ve seen, and on and on and on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s just playing pretend. As long as you\u2019re not acting on anything illegal or particularly dangerous, and everyone in the scenario is a consenting adult, do your thing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There are a million different ways to roleplay, you just have to find what works for you. There is no right or wrong way to participate, as long as you\u2019re being safe and conscientious of everything and everyone around you.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some common roleplay scenarios:<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n