Knowing your partner’s love needs is an important key to a great relationship. But for many of us, talking about sex is difficult. Salsa Cards are a wonderful help in turning towards your partner — romantically or sexually — at the pace you choose. Use the cards to help you develop rituals and comfortable ways to talk about sex.

These brightly color-coded cards, which come in a handy card box, are divided into three sections:

• Mild: For couples who would prefer romantic, but non-sexual suggestions.
• Medium: For couples who are comfortable with sexual intimacy.
• Hot: For couples who want to explore spicier sexual fantasies.

This exercise is used at the Institute’s world-renowned weekend couples workshop, The Art and Science of Love.