Ina recent study, Durex, a world-leading sexual wellbeing brand, has revealed that 65% of people prefer reality to the lure of fiction when it comes to revving things up in the bedroom.
The company has a tantalising new video and launches a new guide called #50GamesToPlay to inspire couple’s to try something new this Valentine’s Day.
The beautifully shot video shows what can happen when couples stop reading about great sex and experience the excitement to be found in real-life connections.
Less sex than ever
New research commissioned by Durex reveals that 65% of people prefer reality to the lure of fiction, yet that hasn’t stopped a decline in how often people are having sex.
In fact, the last study, published in 2014, by the British National Surveys of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles (Natsal) shows that the average number of times Brits have sex each month had dropped from five to three.
Could books be playing a part in this alarming trend?
The Durex poll uncovers that, on any given day, people are twice as likely to read a book in bed than they are to have sex.
Reality vs Fiction
With adult fiction now firmly in the mainstream, there is a perception that we’ve all been transformed into sexual adventurers.
However, not only are people having less sex than ever, it seems we’re seriously lacking inspiration when it comes to trying new things.
Over one third of people said that it’s been more than a year since they tried something new in the bedroom.
Playing Games
So what will it take to encourage more people to ditch fiction and get real?
Durex believes the answer lies in providing people with a little inspiration.
To support the new video, they have launched the #50GamesToPlay Guide, a bespoke handbook of sex tips, games and inspiration to help couples put some fun back into the bedroom.
For those who don’t want a book lying around for guests to find, visit the site (link at the top of this story) to find some of the suggested games and how to play them.
Durex’s sex and relationship expert, who collaborated on the #50GamesToPlay Guide, Catriona Boffard says: “Exploring our sexuality is one of the most healthy and exciting ways a couple can improve their sex life.
“People are often interested in exploring something new and exciting to rejuvenate their sex lives when they feel things have gotten a bit stale, but are often confused and unsure about where to start and what to try.
“Having an easy to follow guide like the #50GamesToPlay Guide will no doubt kick-start your journey on exploring your sexual relationship.”
