For some people, that playful behavior is eventually discouraged or shut down by the people around them.
In those cases it can seem difficultand embarrassing, evento tap back into it.
Engaging in play regularly can support the mind and the body, he explains.
And, of course, play has an impact on mental health, too.
Think of it like a timed meditation or workout classthere’s nothing wrong with setting structured boundaries.
We need to trust our partner, have privacy, and feel secure," she wrote.
Meaning, in most casessexual and emotional intimacycan go hand-in-hand.
Not sure where to start?
Mattenson and Colker also have a freecouples' play challengeyou can try.
