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Why sexually satisfied couples have better conflict resolution, are more forgiving

There is no better way to express how you feel without saying a word other than being intimate (Shutterstock)

Intimacy in a marriage is super important. Even when you don’t feel like it, intimacy can save your marriage and relationship from a possible breakup and problems that could easily be avoided if you took the time to be intimate.

In long term relationships, couples can go for weeks without even touching each other. And when one feels like it, the partner is often not in the mood. Well, feigning headaches or pretending to be asleep is not good for your union.

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