Many couples all over the world develop sex-related issues. In many cases, these problems are psychological and develop because of a lack of communication or simple laziness. However, some physical issues can also affect your sex life. 

If your sex life has have become rare and not interesting, it’s high time to change your attitude towards sex and intimacy. In any case, it is essential to improve your sex life, especially if it has been an important part of your relationships for a long time.  In this article, we have gathered seven effective tips on how to make your sex better.

1. Discuss your preferences in sex
Those awkward times when it was forbidden to discuss sex have fortunately passed. However, many people still don’t speak about sex with their partners. But you should understand that sex can be much better if you know for sure what you and your partner like exactly. Many people live together and have mediocre sex but it can turn out that they both like some particular thing in sex that can make it much more exciting.

2. Prolong foreplay
Many people think that long foreplay is not significant. But the reality is that long and sensible foreplay can help many women become more aroused. For women, sufficient arousal can help make sex more pleasant, since the more a woman is aroused, the more natural lube her body produces. Additionally, you can discover and involve various erogenous zones that can make sex more passionate and exciting. 

3. Don't be afraid to experiment
As mentioned above, experimenting with long foreplay can be quite beneficial for your sex life. But you can also try something new in sex. For example, you can buy Kama Sutra and study it together with your partner. You can also buy some special clothes for sex or simply have sex somewhere outside of your bed. 

4. Pay attention to your sensations
Many people experience pain and discomfort during sex. In most cases, it is caused by an uncomfortable sex pose, too deep penetration, or insufficient lubrication. However, there are a lot of health issues that can also cause pain during sex. Don’t be shy to contact your healthcare provider and discuss your problems if you want to improve your sex life. 

5. Buy  lube
There is a common misconception that lubricant is something for old people or those who have some problems with natural lubrication. But the reality is that the use of lube can change your mind about boring sex. There are lubes with different smells and tastes that can be used during vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Additionally, if a woman has naturally decreased lubrication, using lube can be a great option.  

6. Schedule your sex life
It may seem strange, but for many people, it is quite challenging to find time for sex, especially if they have kids or shift work. In this case, you can make a so-called plan for a month and pick out a few evenings or mornings for sex. For such a date, try to hire a nanny to take care of your children and pay all of your attention to your partner and your common pleasure.  

7. Boost your self-esteem
Many people who have low self-esteem often have problems with their sex lives. Firstly, low self-esteem can make you think that you are not attractive or don’t deserve to have sex. Secondly, people with low self-esteem can suffer from violence and sexual abuse. Thirdly, low self-esteem can affect many aspects of your life. That’s why it is extremely important to boost your self-esteem.