Congratulations, you have Combination Desire!

Combination desire includes elements of both spontaneous and responsive desire, meaning a person may experience desire in either way depending on circumstances. At times, desire may arise internally and independently; at other times, it may emerge only after intimacy or stimulation begins. This flexibility reflects how desire is influenced by many factors, including relationship dynamics, stress, life stage, and emotional well-being. Combination desire is common and can shift over time within the same individual.

In relationships, combination desire can be easier to navigate once both partners recognize its variability. Someone with this desire style may initiate sex at certain times but need more relational or physical buildup at others. Understanding combination desire helps normalize fluctuations and reduces the urge to pathologize changes in sexual interest. When partners stay curious and communicative, this desire style can support adaptability and deeper intimacy.

If you’d like to learn about Responsive Desire, click HERE or Spontaneous Desire, Click Here.