There’s no need to fret if you and your beau are only getting frisky once a week. Chances are you’re actually one of the happiest couples on your block! New research published in Social Psychological and Personality Science has laid bare the formula behind the happiest relationships, and it all boils down to quality, not quantity (go figure!). Though there’s nothing wrong with getting it on more frequently, researchers found that there was no correlation between frequency and increased happiness. However, keep in mind that sex is not a one size fits all, so feeling obligated to have sex is most likely not going to increase one’s happiness. The importance of it is to keep the spark alive and maintain the intimate connection you share with your spouse.
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