Is it possible to guarantee that there is sexual chemistry even without having sex?

From a sexual perspective, there are two important concepts: chemistry and sexual skill. The former refers to spontaneous desire, immediate attraction—that famous "fit." The latter, in turn, concerns the ability to build, through practice and dialogue, a satisfying sexual experience.

For those who choose to wait, sex is understood more as a consequence of a solid relationship than as a starting point. The physical connection is built on complicity, intimacy, respect, and a willingness to get to know the other person—including sexually. The belief is that a couple who are emotionally aligned can, indeed, learn together and live a pleasurable sex life, even without having taken this "test" before marriage.

Chemistry can be sensed in small gestures, in the exchange of glances, in touch, in the atmosphere of conversation, and in the emotional connection between two people. These elements offer clues about the connection between a couple, but only sexual experience can confirm whether desire transforms into shared pleasure. After all, physical fit doesn't always accompany emotional bonding, and sexual intimacy also needs to be built through dialogue, curiosity, and a willingness to learn together.

To learn more

• Book : Get Your Questions Answered Without Taking Your Clothes Off, Nelson Junior and Angela Cristina, publisher Quatro Ventos
• Series : Playing with Fire (Netflix), Sex Education (Netflix), Sex Explained (Netflix)
• Movie : Today I Want to Go Back Alone (2014), Daniel Ribeiro