Sex Thoughts: Women Share What They Were Really Thinking

In a perfect world, our thoughts during partnered sex would be about, well, the sex we're having, or at least things that turn us on. We'd be present, focused, and enjoying ourselves and our partners. But it's a less-than-perfect world, and our minds can wander — often to totally unrelated or anxiety-inducing places. Research suggests it's not uncommon for women to worry about their bodies or appearances during the act; sometimes, it's work stress or our to-do lists that take us out of the moment. We got women to share what they were actually thinking about the last time they had sex with someone (or someones!). Brace yourselves for the honesty — and maybe bookmark this for later if you're at the office.

“I really should’ve held that pee and waited until after all of this to flush out any chances of a UTI.” —Sue M., Brooklyn, NY

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“I was thinking about my ex — and wondering if I’m better than his ex.” — Mary S., Hamden, CT

“Nike was right. Just do it. I’m not in the mood.” — Jenny F., Westfield, NJ

“Is this really happening? I didn’t even realize he was bald and I’ve always wanted to have sex with a bald guy. Surprise win!” — Jackie K., Jersey City, NJ

“I hope he finishes before the pizza delivery guy gets here…” — Jennifer S., Astoria, NY

“Why can’t I feel anything? Did someone shoot Novocaine into my special place?” — Darlene K., Boston, MA

“The sex we're having right now makes looking at his multiple framed high school football photos five minutes ago so worth it…” — Jessica R., Los Angeles, CA

“I feel like based on the fact that during the act he shouted at his Amazon Echo, ‘Alexa, play Drake Spotify Shuffle,’ this is probably not the type of guy that’s going to text me back. And now I don’t know if he’s still talking to Alexa or if he’s talking to me…” — Samantha C., Brooklyn, NY

“This guy is so tall and could probably pick me up… Now I’m thinking the tacos I had for dinner were a bad idea. I feel bloated.” — Amanda B., New York, NY

“My dog is, um, clingy. So the last time I had sex with my husband, I kept thinking to myself, ‘I hope she doesn’t come upstairs, I hope she doesn’t come upstairs.’ Because she would jump on the bed and try to, uh, participate.” — Lona P., Bronxville, NY

“Watching that Nazi documentary on Netflix probably wasn’t the best choice…” — Pam C., New York, NY

"If you just lick my boobs I literally won't feel it. Just squeeze or bite please." — Vanessa G., New York, NY

“Wow, this apartment is disgusting. Is this how 30-year-old men live alone? Wait…he’s going down on me. This place is great.” — Sally G., Nyack, NY

"It's too early for this." — Sarah K, New York, NY

“This guy is definitely going to text me back. Actually…maybe not.” — Rebecca C., Cranston, RI

“How did we even get into this position? I didn’t even know he was strong enough to do that move. Is there such a thing as superhuman sex strength? Kinda like when a mother lifts a bus to rescue her child?” — Sharon C., Brooklyn, NY

“I was thinking about not being late for work and hoping there were ample Ubers making their rounds in my neighborhood. My boyfriend is a morning person. Ugh.” — Ann W., New York, NY

“They warned me that one of the side effects of having a baby is a vagina that rivals a desert. They were right. This is ridiculous.” — Lauren P., Stowe, VT

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