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What true sexual wellness means for you and your partner

What true sexual wellness means for you and your partner
What true sexual wellness means for you and your partner (Photo: iStock)

Socially, men often feel they have an upper hand in sexual relationships, but that's not how it should be. Psychologist Monica Oyoo emphasises that both partners should have a positive, respectful and pleasurable approach to sex. They should both consent to how sex unfolds and open this discussion in the early phases of courting. According to Monica, sexual wellness is consensual, pleasurable and safe sex, devoid of coercion.

While consent is undeniably serious, it can also carry undertones of arousal after a resounding "yes." This can sound like, "Is this okay?" "Do you like that?" or "I want you."

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