Qualities of Healthy Sex Exercise

In 1991 Wendy Maltz LCSW developed the HealthySex™ nightshirt to help survivors of sexual abuse and others understand healthy sexuality. The nightshirt evolved from a workshop exercise in which participants brainstormed positive qualities of sex.

As you read the qualities below, identify which ones are present and true in your sexual relating. If you identify qualities that are often lacking, you may want to concentrate on learning more about them and integrating these qualities into your lovemaking in the future.

Healthy sex is. . .

____ having choice
____ nurturing
____ built on trust
____ playful
____ loving myself
____ respectful
____ being honest
____ physically safe
____ feeling ready
____ caring
____ warmth
____ laughter
____ socially responsible
____ fun
____ shared intimacy
____ something I deserve
____ being friends
____ comfortable
____ expressing love
____ being equal partners
____ mutually desired
____ celebration
____ feeling good
____ honoring my pace
____ sensual touches
____ private
____ arousing
____ being patient
____ relaxing
____ open communication
____ enjoyable
____ satisfying
____ good memories

. . . for me!

(The HealthySex™ Nightshirt is currently out of stock.)