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So my gf and I have great sex but neither one of us feels overly comfortable initiating it. We're both used to being with more aggressive partners who tend to initiate sex. I've always had issues initiating it (I guess it goes back to a relationship where I felt obliged to have sex. Any time I'm in a relationship, I can't help but wonder if when I initiate it, she's really into it or would rather go to sleep or whatever.)    

So, what are your tips to help me feel more comfortable initiating sex or creating a way that leads up to it more normally.
<bot>: My gf and I both enjoy sex but aren't used to having to initiate it. Any pointers on how to be more comfortable with doing so?