Want to improve your sex life? Communicate ― and don’t assume your partner is closed off to trying new things.

According to a recent study published in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, people tend to have better sexual relationships when their partner believes that their sex life can change for the better over time.

"Communication is the key to having a fulfilling sex life,” Cultice told PsyPost. [...] “Believing that one’s sex life is ‘set in stone’ can make a partner feel unable to explore new activities in bed. Differently, communicating a less rigid mindset can send a signal to your partner that you are a safe person to explore new activities with, and can bring about a more pleasurable experience."