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Chapter 4, “Vive le Diff erence: His Sexuality and Her Sexuality,” summarizes points of reference about male and female sexuality. Learnings from history, male and female sexual physiology, the three physiological forms of love, diff erences and similarities in men and women’s sexual desire, and guidelines for cooperating as an intimate team are explained. In Chapter 5, “Th e Mantra of Healthy Sexuality,” the importance of intimacy, non-demand pleasuring, eroticism, and positive, realistic expectations as a man and couple are explored. Chapter 6, “Good-Enough Male and Couple Sexuality,” discusses realistic, satisfying and fulfi lling sex in a long-term relationship. It is crucial to understand that satisfying sex varies in quality, intensity, and function. We discuss creating fl exible lovemaking scenarios, understanding “get by” or “survival” sex, as well as the importance of playfulness during lovemaking, which allows you to integrate sex into your daily life.

Chapter 7, “Fitness, Physical Well-Being, and Sexual Function,” examines the importance of attentiveness to your physical conditioning to ensure lifelong, adequate, and satisfying sexual function. Becoming and staying physically, psychologically, and interpersonally fi t are smart practices. Th e importance of adequate sleep, exercise, appropriate diet, and other health habits are vital aspects of good sex. Th e particular risks of smoking and alcohol misuse are explained.