Mona is a Registered Nurse. A graduate of McMaster University with loads of clinical experience and health education. She has designed and implemented various workshops on healthy sexuality, body image, mental health, breast health, and drug and alcohol abuse. Your mojo not going? Email mona@mybindi.com.

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Your question is not an uncommon one, however it is often left untouched due to sexual fears and insecurities. This a scenario that many men will face in their sexual lives, some will find difficulty maintaining an erection, whereas others, who normally have no problem springing to the occasion - simply cannot. Based on what you have shared, it appears as though you have entered a vicious cycle. There are many factors which can influence your physiological response to a sexual encounter. You may be stressed out about school, afraid of her parents walking in, concerned about performing adequately - despite popular belief, your penis cannot tune such stresses out and "enjoy". So, let's say that you are unhappy with your performance this weekend, the next weekend you are in a similar situation but now worried about the same thing happening again - more stress for poor Mr. Penis. So what becomes important is to be in a trusting relationship, a relaxing environment with a non threatening partner. These are a few of the keys to a healthy relationship, which will inturn foster healthy sexual activity!


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