10 Stages of Sexual Obsession: A Casual Take

Let’s be real, I’ve had a lifelong fascination with sex. As a regular housewife in North Carolina, I may not resonate with the escapades in Fifty Shades of Grey, but the topic has always been on my mind. Honestly, I think it’s something we all grapple with. Society expects us to ponder it, reflect on it, and make choices about it throughout our lives.

From chatting with my friends, I’ve realized we all share similar curiosities about this taboo subject. Here’s a light-hearted look at the 10 phases of sexual obsession that many women experience:

Phase 1: Childhood – The Giggles and Whispers

We start off in childhood, where the mere mention of sex brings giggles and snickers. Those sex-ed classes, featuring gym teachers in questionable spandex, introduce us to the basics of reproduction. We’re all too eager to crack jokes about “penises” and “breasts” at the lunch table.

Phase 2: Adolescence – The Curious Observer

Fast forward to adolescence, where we start to obsess over who’s actually having sex. It feels so foreign, exotic, and a little bit wrong. We whisper amongst ourselves about the girls we think are promiscuous, wondering about the judgments they face and the consequences they may bear.

Phase 3: Teenage Years – The Anticipation Builds

Teenage years bring a rollercoaster of emotions as we obsess over when we’ll finally have sex. We plan, we think, and we agonize over questions like: Does he love me? Is he “the one”? What if I get pregnant?

Phase 4: College Years – A New Set of Questions

In college, we grapple with new sexual dilemmas: Can you have sex in a dorm room with a roommate? What about the risks of date rape? We’re still wrestling with the questions from Phase 3 while trying to navigate this new, chaotic world of relationships.

Phase 5: The Real World – ‘Sex and the City’ Comparisons

In the so-called real world, we find ourselves comparing our sex lives to characters like Samantha or Charlotte. Are we having too much or too little sex? And, of course, we start to wonder: Am I good at it? It’s a tricky balance between curiosity and fear.

Phase 6: Newlywed Bliss – The Baby Countdown

Ah, newlywed life! It starts with excitement about sex approved by society and the church, but quickly shifts to questions about when the baby will arrive. Suddenly, every intimate moment is scheduled around baby-making plans.

Phase 7: Pregnancy – Navigating New Terrain

When pregnancy hits, the emotional questions multiply. Can we even have sex? Is it safe? And wait, is it true that sex can help induce labor?

Phase 8: Postpartum – Finding Our Way Back

After giving birth, we wonder when we can resume our sex lives. Will it hurt? When will our desire return? Meanwhile, we’re concerned about neglecting our partners during this transitional phase.

Phase 9: The Prime of Our Sex Lives?

We’re told we’re in the prime of our sexual lives, but we’re still left wondering if we’ll even recognize it when it arrives. Instead of feeling energized, we’re often asking ourselves if we’re having “boring, married-person sex.” It’s exhausting!

Phase 10: Menopause – When It Can Hurt

I recently stumbled upon a medication ad indicating that sex during menopause can be painful. Seriously? After all those years of obsession, it would hurt? I’m determined to reclaim my sexual enjoyment before that phase hits.

It’s been a long journey of thinking, worrying, and obsessing over sex, but I’m ready to embrace it more freely. If you’re interested in more on this topic, check out our blog on home insemination for insightful reading. And for those looking to explore options, Make a Mom offers great resources. You can also find helpful information at Resolve, which is a fantastic resource for pregnancy and home insemination.

In summary, we all navigate these phases of sexual obsession throughout our lives. From childhood giggles to menopausal concerns, it’s a journey full of curiosity, anxiety, and growth.