When a reporter interviewed married couples who had little to no sex, she found that many were open to discussing their experiences. The interviews revealed that speaking openly about their sexual lives was a relief for the couples, who often felt judged. The article, published in The New York Times Magazine, took five months to report and included conversations with couples in multiple countries. The reporter found that desire is influenced by various factors and is a complex negotiation with oneself and societal expectations. The article aimed to explore how desires change with age, parenthood, and the demands of marriage.
