So, what if you find yourself in a situation with your new or long term partner where you come to the realization he or she has vastly different sexual interests than you. 50 Shades fans aside, what if you find yourself discussing your very own partner’s experience with the real thing (and you never knew before)? What if he/she enjoys BDSM, cuckolding, swinging, soft swapping…etc? You may be wondering what kinks are in the first place. For many people who are uninitiated or unfamiliar in these arenas of sexual practice, the thought of your once innocent seeming partner enjoying and regularly engaging in these activities is terrifying! On top of that…what if he/she wants you to participate too? What if it is a deal breaker?

By no means is having a kinky partner (when you aren’t) a death sentence to the relationship. In many ways, it can bring excitement and growth to the relationship. Sex Therapy At the very least, couples and partnerships in this scenario often learn to communicate far more openly about sexuality and their preferences, fantasies, and what brings them pleasure. More often than not, your kinky partner is enthralled by you, loves you, and is genuinely happy to be with you and vice versa. Just because preferences are different, doesn’t mean you aren’t enough for them. More often than not, I see couples in this circumstance where the non-kinky partner feels incompetent and that they are sexually inadequate in some way. I invite anyone in this position to consider their partner and how their interests may be in addition to you, rather than something inadequate about you.

Truth be told, even if your partner hopes you’ll participate in kinky sex, or if you are kinky hoping for your partner to participate, by no means is there only one possible outcome for the relationship. If you aren’t kinky and have no interest, that’s just fine. There isn’t anything wrong with that or you for that matter, and sexual play can be negotiated to encapsulate the interests of both partners. Granted, like all parts of a coupled relationship, compromise may need to occur. Inevitably, if you find yourself in this position, feeling intimidated and lost in what your sexual relationship will look like, fear not. Progress and fulfillment, with a little help, are very possible!

Many partners are left with the question: “What does all of this mean, and what is the purpose?”

If you are trying to answer this question, find new sexual meaning, or be better at understanding kinky partners, sex therapy can help! Call Dr. Ethan Schwab today at (425) 295-2189 for a FREE initial consultation. Learn to communicate your preferences, needs, practices, and what is erotic in ways your partner understands and welcomes.