Bonus: The Top 3 Sexual Issues in Longterm Relationships and Why It's Time to Retreat
Sep 12, 2024
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Dolly Josette, a relationship dynamics and intimacy expert, tackles the common struggles that arise in long-term partnerships. She discusses how to reignite the spark when partners feel more like friends. The conversation highlights the importance of open communication in overcoming intimacy barriers. They also introduce an inclusive couples retreat in Costa Rica, featuring workshops like 'Finding Your F YES Thru Desire Mapping' and activities designed to foster connection and enhance sexual experiences.
Long-term relationships often face sexual disconnection due to habituation, differing libidos, and poor communication about desires and needs.
Couples retreats provide a unique environment to enhance intimacy through workshops and activities, promoting emotional connection and open communication.
Deep dives
Addressing Sexual Disconnection in Long-Term Relationships
Long-term relationships often experience sexual disconnection over time, which can stem from several common issues. One major factor is habituation, where the excitement typical of new relationships fades and partners become overly familiar, leading to a lack of desire. Desire discrepancy is another challenge, with partners exhibiting differing levels of libido and interests, making it difficult to maintain a satisfying sexual connection. Lastly, communication barriers frequently hamper discussions about sexual desires and needs, preventing couples from addressing these issues effectively.
The Importance of Retreats for Relationship Healing
Participating in retreats designed for couples can serve as an effective means to reconnect and address prevalent disconnection issues. These retreats create dedicated space for partners to engage in workshops and activities that promote intimacy and communication, breaking free from daily distractions. By receiving real-time tools and practices, couples can integrate new strategies into their relationship, enhancing their sexual and emotional connection. The structured yet relaxed environment encourages emotional vulnerability and exploration, making it easier for couples to deepen their bond.
Activities and Experiences to Foster Connection
A well-planned retreat offers a variety of activities that encourage playfulness and intimacy, enhancing couples' connections. Participants can engage in enjoyable workshops covering topics like sensual touch and enhanced communication, alongside leisure activities such as yoga and nature excursions. Unique experiences, including erotic photo shoots and themed dinners, help individuals feel more confident and connected. The all-inclusive, supportive environment fosters a sense of community, allowing couples to share and bond over their experiences in a judgment-free space.
Is the newness or spark gone in your longterm relationship? Do you feel like your partner is more like a (best) friend as opposed to a lover? Maybe the communication has broken down, or perhaps it was never there to start. Or are you craving better, more connected hot sex?
If so, guess what? Despite how frustrating this is, know that you are 100% normal! Also, we have plenty of episodes on how to reignite the fire (episode 381 with Dolly Josette is a great option), AND also starting November 12th, 2024 we offer a 5-night in-person luxury couple's retreat in beautiful Manual Antonio, Costa Rica! Spaces are limited so snag your spot ASAP here: https://tinyurl.com/58vwue52
Intimacy Retreat Details:
Luxury all inclusive - gourmet meals prepared by private chef
Beach front
Daily yoga/breath work
Waterfall adventure
Over $250+ in Sexy Goodies including our favorite sex toys from Magic Wand
Endless Fun Activities: Murder Mystery Dinner, Sexy Tarot, Erotic couples photoshoot (a past retreat favorite)
Workshop examples
How to Pamper (and Worship!) Your Partner
From Orgasm to oh, Oh, OH!
Finding Your F YES Thru Desire Mapping and Orgasmic Meditation
Full Body Erotic Touch Skills - Hands, Oral and Beyond
Hotter Sex with Sex Toys
Intro to Sensation Play
Dirty Talk Masterclass
Go to shamelesssex.com and click on "retreat" to see example itinerary/what to expect
We only room for 4 more couples. Come play!
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