How long should couples date before marrying?

Dr. Stockwell says duration isn't prescriptive and urges focus on curiosity and growth rather than a fixed timeline.

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Can You Have It All: Passion, Intimacy, and a Happy Marriage?

Join us on this episode of Shameless Sex as we dive into the world of intimate marriages with the incredible Dr. Alexandra Stockwell, MD, aka "The Intimacy Doctor." With her extensive experience in helping high-achieving couples ignite their passion, sensual connection, and erotic intimacy, you'll want to take notes.

Here's what you'll learn from this episode:

• The surprising reasons why intimacy often fades in long-term relationships (and it's not just about marriage)

• How to keep the spark alive in a long-term relationship whether married or not, with and without kids

• The importance of the initial courting phase and how long you should date before tying the knot

• Top tips for maintaining intimacy in long-term relationships, from a leading expert in the field

• How to prioritize your relationship and make time for each other, even when life gets busy

As a physician coach, Intimate Marriage Expert, and best-selling author, Dr. Alexandra has helped countless couples transform their relationships. With her expertise and warm demeanor, you'll feel inspired and empowered to take your relationship to the next level.

By tuning in, you'll gain a deeper understanding of what it means to be in an intimate marriage, and how to create a relationship that's juicy, erotically alive, and deeply nourishing. Plus, you'll learn how to avoid the common pitfalls that can lead to intimacy fade, and how to keep the spark alive even when life gets in the way.

And, as a special treat, Dr. Alexandra shares her top tips for keeping the spark alive, including one surprising activity that will make you laugh and maybe even blush... So, what are you waiting for? Tune in and get ready to ignite your passion and intimacy!

Dr. Alexandra has been featured in top publications such as the New York Times, Huffington Post, and Rolling Stone, and has been named one of the "Top 10 Relationship Experts to Watch in 2023" by LA Weekly Magazine. She's the host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast and the creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program. To learn more go to https://www.alexandrastockwell.com

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Link to her Relationship Check-ins:

https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/checkins/

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