For many people, vaginal discharge has long been viewed as something embarrassing, unhygienic or simply inconvenient. Yet normal vaginal discharge is one of the clearest signs that your body is functioning exactly as it should.

Every year on September 15th, Vaginismus Awareness Day shines a light on a condition that is more common than many people realise.

Dr David Schnarch, a pioneer in the field of intimacy and sexual health, outlined six practices in his article Six Tips for Creating a More Passionate Relationship (Crucible Therapy). Each can be adapted for clinical use, offering couples direct opportunities to experience one another differently. Couples often present in therapy with a sense of disconnection - emotionally, physically, and sexually. While partners may long for greater closeness, they frequently struggle with