Sapiosexuality is characterized by an intense sexual attraction to intelligent people. Now, the definition of intelligence is loose and subjective, but the simple definition can be summarized as someone who has the ability to learn. This definition is controversial; however what you describe as intelligence might be common sense to someone else or vice versa.

Intelligent people are often stereotyped as either super nerds or as arrogant “know-it-all’s”, but the fact of the matter is that intelligence in any form is highly attractive for a few reasons. Firstly, it makes for interesting conversation. Talking to someone who knows something about everything can be stimulating and entertaining, provided that you can also contribute you fair share. They can teach you about things you never knew, and you can spend countless hours debating the meaning of life, quantum physics and the theory of relativity. Furthermore, research continuously proves that couples who can communicate are far more likely to stand the test of time than couples who are wild in the sack. Why? Well, conversation is all we’ve got at the end of the day. Looks fade, and so do sex drives. However, those partners who share intimate moments, laughter, and verbal speech are more likely to be best friends.

But that shouldn’t indicate that intelligent people can’t have amazing sex. As we know, your brain is your greatest sex organ. It is responsible for your sensory responses, and your general sentiments towards intimacy and arousal. If your partner is the curious type, then it’s likely that they’re playful and adventurous in the sack as well. Just watch out for the over-thinkers, who analyze every detail and freeze when it comes to actual performance.

Becoming more intelligent is not hard to do. It’s a willingness to make mistakes and learn from them. Its shows humility and strong sense of confidence to throw your doubts to the wind, and take to learning something you know nothing about. Start slow by reading intellectual literature, and signing up for something you always wanted to do. Ask lots of questions because there’s no such thing as a dumb question.