Life without sex – it’s better than you think. I am celibate. I am a single – heterosexual – and nearly 40. Do I miss sex? Yes – but not as much as I thought I would. Arguably – sex is an addiction. Break the cycle and over time – the physical and psychological “need” for sex disappears – you can do without it – hard as that may be to believe.

Being celibate has actually improved my relationships with women. Once you remove the potential for sex from the relationship – and both parties are aware of that – it changes the dynamic of the friendship. You can both be relaxed in a way that is not possible otherwise.

I would say that it is not something to fear and can indeed be a positive choice – and let’s face it – if you try it and don’t like it then you can always change your mind. Even taking a break from sex – or at least taking a break from the obsessional quest for it – can be incredibly rewarding.

Your relationship with yourself sets the tone for every other relationship you have. Respect your body – it’s the only one you have