by Judy Price, Break Up Examiner

When a relationship ends, along with the sexual life that accompanied it, there is a void of physical contact and intimacy with another human being.

While grieving the couple loss, sex might be the last thing on one person’s mind, and for another it could be the only thing he/she can think about.

This can be a risky time for some individuals who are looking for comfort and healing, leading them to sexual encounters outside of a relationship.

Men, in particular, are able to separate sex from a relationship; whereas women, in general, bond more quickly once sex enters the dynamic. Sexually, a woman’s emotional needs are better satisfied in a relationship.

Before healing can occur it is unwise to enter into any new relationship, for all of the reasons previously discussed in my break-up advice articles.

As sexual desire returns, a man/woman must decide how to handle his/her needs in a healthy manner. This is an individual decision based on one’s values.

Some healthy outlets might involve focusing on physically active pursuits, along with work and other interests, as well as ‘making love to oneself’.

As time passes and one heals, hopefully another relationship will occur if that is desired.

If not, and one prefers to be alone, a satisfying life is possible with the proper mindset.

Author Bio:

Judy Price has several years of counseling experience.  Currently, Judy is facilitating divorce care recovery groups. Prior to that Judy was the director of an employee assistance program, as well as a marriage and separation counsellor.  Judy has a Bachelor of Psychology degree and a Master of Education degree in Adult Education and Counselling Psychology. You can contact Judy through judypriceiswriting.com.