Skip to main content
Close Close

Congratulations
You're on the list.

Make sure to check your spam folder so that our emails are always delivered into your inbox.
xo, Kourt
Give your inbox
and your life

the Poosh it needs.
By clicking SIGN UP, you agree to receive emails from Poosh and agree to our terms of use and privacy policy.
Free Shipping on All Domestic Orders.
  • HEALTH + WELLNESS
  • LIFE + STYLE
  • HOME + ENTERTAINING
  • KMK
Poosh
  • Poosh Your Wellness
  • instagram pinterest facebook twitter youtube join newsletter
  • Shop
  • search
  • search
  • body
  • diy
  • fitness
  • Giving Back
  • health
  • mind
  • Relationships
  • Sexual Wellness
  • soul
Do Allergies Get Worse as We Age?
Do Allergies Get Worse as We Age?
Why Kourtney Drinks Beet Juice Every Morning Before Her Workout 
Why Kourtney Drinks Beet Juice Every Morning Before Her Workout 
The Somatic Benefits of Shaking
The Somatic Benefits of Shaking
How to Make Your Salad Less Sad
How to Make Your Salad Less Sad
Your Essential Mineral Cheat Sheet
Your Essential Mineral Cheat Sheet
WTF Are Heart Rate Zones?
WTF Are Heart Rate Zones?
  • Adulting
  • beauty
  • guides
  • Hacks
  • style
  • travel
Self-Growth Hack: Small Ways to Hold Yourself Accountable
Self-Growth Hack: Small Ways to Hold Yourself Accountable
Summer Dresses You Can Wear Into Fall 
Summer Dresses You Can Wear Into Fall 
The Poosh 30-Day Mask Challenge 
The Poosh 30-Day Mask Challenge 
The Surprising Benefits of Buccal Facial Massage
The Surprising Benefits of Buccal Facial Massage
Under $50: How to Organize Your Pantry Like a Kardashian
Under $50: How to Organize Your Pantry Like a Kardashian
Chestne Hacks Everyone Should Know
Chestne Hacks Everyone Should Know
  • decor
  • entertaining
  • kids
  • motherhood
  • Playlists
  • recipes
How to Make Pineapple + Banana Vegan Whip
How to Make Pineapple + Banana Vegan Whip
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Baked Oats
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Baked Oats
The Easiest Cucumber Salad for Summer
The Easiest Cucumber Salad for Summer
2-Ingredient Oat Tortillas Recipe
2-Ingredient Oat Tortillas Recipe
Recreating Kylie’s Crispy Sandwich
Recreating Kylie’s Crispy Sandwich
How to Make Health Nut Original House Dressing at Home
How to Make Health Nut Original House Dressing at Home
  • family
  • kourtney
Why Kourtney Drinks Beet Juice Every Morning Before Her Workout 
Why Kourtney Drinks Beet Juice Every Morning Before Her Workout 
Kourt’s Matcha Protein Bites
Kourt’s Matcha Protein Bites
The Kravis Guide to Eating Vegan in LA
The Kravis Guide to Eating Vegan in LA
Kourt’s No-Makeup Glow Routine
Kourt’s No-Makeup Glow Routine
Penelope’s 10th Birthday Details
Penelope’s 10th Birthday Details
The Most Helpful Things Kourt Has Learned Since Having COVID Again
The Most Helpful Things Kourt Has Learned Since Having COVID Again
What are you looking for?

Menu

  • Shop
  • HEALTH + WELLNESS
    • body
    • diy
    • fitness
    • Giving Back
    • health
    • mind
    • Relationships
    • Sexual Wellness
    • soul
  • HOME + ENTERTAINING
    • decor
    • entertaining
    • kids
    • motherhood
    • Playlists
    • recipes
  • KMK
    • family
    • kourtney
  • LIFE + STYLE
    • Adulting
    • beauty
    • guides
    • Hacks
    • style
    • travel
  • Poosh Your Wellness
  • Newsletter
instagram pinterest facebook twitter youtube join newsletter
Sexual Wellness

3 Factors That Could Be HOLDING YOU BACK FROM ORGASMING

By Courtney Virden
share on pinterest share on facebook share on twitter Share on Flipboard share by email
 Photo credit @bentheliem
@bentheliem

Sex can be an incredible mind, body, and soul experience that can leave you feeling joyful and fulfilled. Sex can also leave you with sensations of emptiness, which could create feelings of being detached from your body or even your partner. Some may avoid sex altogether if they don’t know what is causing them to feel anything other than greatness. Why do some people have incredible sex while others are uncomfortable, unsatisfied, or both? There are many reasons why, and it may be just one or a combination of mental, emotional, and physical differences. If you are not having mind-blowing sex and orgasms, let’s figure out why that might be and what you can do about it.

First, we need to take a look at how our sex life is impacted by our mental health. Mental and emotional health are often confused with one another. Mental health is our ability to process information. Emotional health is our ability to be aware of and express the feelings that we have already processed. If our brain is not processing information correctly, then our emotional health will most likely be impacted. Our brain health is very important for sexual functioning and satisfaction. Nearly one in five people are dealing with mental health issues. If you suspect your sex life is being impacted by your mental health, please seek out a professional to assist you. Your quality of life is at stake if you are not operating in the best form of yourself that you can be, and it all starts with your brain.

So if our brain is processing information correctly, it is now up to us to be aware of how we feel and how to effectively communicate that to someone else. If you are unsatisfied or not enjoying sex as much as you would like to, then try to communicate that with your partner. This is where emotional intelligence comes into play. You should always be your own advocate. If needs are not being met, sexually or otherwise, bring it to your partner’s attention. Creating a discussion that hopefully leads to a solution, that you come up with together, is a great start. Strong communication skills are a key factor in and out of the bedroom, so it absolutely helps to convey your feelings. If you or your partner needs to develop stronger communication skills, you can seek the help of a therapist. It can greatly help your sex life and strengthen your relationship.

Now, let’s get down to the physical aspect. As many as one in four women have pelvic floor dysfunction that can impact their sexual satisfaction and ability to orgasm. Many women have bladder and bowel issues, painful intercourse, trouble orgasming, low libido, and vaginal dryness. Even without dysfunction, our pelvic floor health is a vital part of our sexual health. Misalignment in our pelvic floor can lead to nerve entrapment and decreased sensations. Pelvic floor muscles that are too tight or overstretched, even without symptoms, can make orgasming more difficult. Pelvic floor exercises can help women improve their ability to orgasm, the intensity of the orgasms, and their overall sexual satisfaction. These exercises increase the strength, tone, and elasticity of the pelvic floor, which yes, can give you that “wow” sex that you’ve been desiring.

If you suspect your mental, emotional, or physical health is holding you back from having the best sex possible, then I would encourage you to seek help. We all deserve to be having incredible and satisfying sex.

Poosh Edit: Best of Bedroom Essentials

Shop Tap Dancer
Shop Aer Suction Toy
Shop Pom Flexible Vibrator
Shop Arc G-Spot Vibrator
Shop Eva Couples Vibrator
Shop Fin Finger Vibrator
Shop Biodegradable Intimate Wipes
Shop Refresh Daily Wash
Shop Revive Hydrating Mist
Shop Restore Mask
Shop Radiant Love Butter
Shop MunkeyBarz Sex Belt
Shop Sydney Double Strand Pearl Thong & Atame - Black
Shop Sydney Double Strand Pearl Thong & Atame - Ivory
Shop Sydney Double Strand Pearl Thong & Atame - Red
Shop Sydney Double Strand Pearl Thong & Glove - Black
Shop Sydney Double Strand Pearl Thong & Glove - Red
Shop Sydney Double Strand Pearl Thong & Glove Set
Shop Sydney Double Strand Pearl Thong - Black
Shop Sydney Double Strand Pearl Thong - Ivory
Shop Sydney Double Strand Pearl Thong - Red
Shop Sydney Glove - Black
Shop Sydney Glove - Red
Shop Sydney Glove Set

Courtney Virden has been a fitness trainer for nearly 20 years and specializes in women’s health and wellness. Being a mom of two and experiencing many issues from her own pregnancies led her to focus on women’s pelvic floors. With her passion for helping others, Courtney created an online program to share the tools and resources she uses with her private clients.

The content provided in this article is provided for information purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice and consultation, including professional medical advice and consultation; it is provided with the understanding that Poosh, LLC (“Poosh”) is not engaged in the provision or rendering of medical advice or services. The opinions and content included in the article are the views of the author only, and Poosh does not endorse or recommend any such content or information, or any product or service mentioned in the article. You understand and agree that Poosh shall not be liable for any claim, loss, or damage arising out of the use of, or reliance upon any content or information in the article.

Up next, be the first to know our weekly content and sign up for our Poosh newsletter.

You may also like...

Go to article Why Am I Hornier When I’m on My Period?
Sexual Wellness

Why Am I Hornier When I’m on My Period?

Go to article What’s Your Turn-on Trigger?
Sexual Wellness

What’s Your Turn-on Trigger?

Related Articles

Goes to article All-Natural Recipe for Increasing Libido
Sexual Wellness

All-Natural Recipe for Increasing Libido

Goes to article 7 Foods for Prime Sex From an OB-GYN
Sexual Wellness

7 Foods for Prime Sex From an OB-GYN

Goes to article What It Means When He Doesn’t Cum … And Why You Shouldn’t Take It Personally
Sexual Wellness

What It Means When He Doesn’t Cum … And Why You Shouldn’t Take It Personally

Goes to article Cockblocking and How to Deal with It 
Sexual Wellness

Cockblocking and How to Deal with It 

Goes to article An Expert’s Guide to Fingering
Sexual Wellness

An Expert’s Guide to Fingering

Goes to article The Best Position (for Most Women) to Have Internal Orgasms
Sexual Wellness

The Best Position (for Most Women) to Have Internal Orgasms

Goes to article Fingering Is Back
Sexual Wellness

Fingering Is Back

Goes to article Sex on the First Date: Is It For Me?
Sexual Wellness

Sex on the First Date: Is It For Me?

  • About
  • Contact
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • California Privacy Rights
  • Affiliate Disclosure
  • Accessibility

Keep in Touch

instagram pinterest facebook twitter youtube join newsletter
Reviewed by Accessible360
  • © poosh, llc
    All Rights Reserved