Laura Berman > Quotes

“This is the stage where arousal is high and orgasm is imminent. During the plateau stage, we enjoy the rush of passion at our partner’s touch, but haven’t yet reached the stage of orgasmic bliss. If you want sex to last longer, this is the place where you should slow down and try to maintain your arousal level while delaying orgasm. If you want to master the art of multiple orgasms, this is the stage where you should try to linger after orgasm. Orgasm”
― Laura Berman, Loving Sex: The Book of Joy and Passion

“Sex and Intimacy Intimacy is the fiber that binds us to the people we love, and is built on time, investment, and honest communication. In a healthy long-term relationship, intimacy increases with time and many men and women are fortunate to have a lover who is also their best friend. Sex and romance are crucial for long-term intimacy. The stronger the sexual connection, the stronger the emotional intimacy will be. It is important to nurture and feed your relationship both emotionally and sexually.”
― Laura Berman, Real Sex for Real Women: Intimacy, Pleasure, and Sexual Wellbeing