A sexless, happy marriage

Experts and couples are challenging conventional wisdom.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story April 20, 2024 Cultural attitudes about the role sex plays in relationships have evolved over time. Some couples and experts are now challenging the idea that sex is essential to staying together. Tonje Thilesen for The New York Times Can a marriage without sex be a happy one? → Sign up for The New York Times Magazine newsletter. Get the best of each issue with cover stories, long reads and columns like Talk, Diagnosis and Eat. Get it in your inbox Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018