The Hyggelig Journey

Many patients confide that their sex life has deteriorated and that they feel abandoned within their marriage. Emotional disconnection often gives rise to frustration, resentment, and a gradual erosion of intimacy, creating a cycle that can be difficult to break. While physical desire is influenced by numerous factors, emotional closeness remains fundamental to sustaining both relational and sexual fulfilment. A study published in the Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy has revealed that gratitude and forgiveness can help mitigate the negative effects of loneliness on marital and sexual satisfaction. The research found that couples who actively cultivate these emotions tend to maintain a deeper emotional connection and a more fulfilling sex life, suggesting that appreciation and acceptance reinforce both emotional bonds and physical intimacy. Loneliness within marriage may seem paradoxical, yet it is a common reality. When emotional distance sets in, sexual desire and harm...