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#348 How to Keep the Flame Blazing in Longterm Relationships - with Dr. Alison Ash
Sep 26, 2023
Dr. Alison Ash, a relationship expert and therapist, discusses common obstacles that contribute to couples losing the spark over time. They explore the pressure couples feel around sex and how to overcome it. Dr. Ash shares important skills for rekindling and maintaining a passionate flame in long-term relationships. They also discuss the challenges of sex, long-term relationships, and parenting, as well as strategies for navigating relationship issues.
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- Learning how to say no while staying connected is crucial for avoiding guilt and rejection in relationships.
- Building emotional connection through gratitude, eye gazing, and physical affection can rekindle the spark in long-term relationships.
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The importance of hearing and saying no in maintaining connection
One of the most important skills for couples is learning how to hear and say no while staying in connection. This is crucial to avoid feelings of guilt and rejection. By redirecting the focus to overlapping yeses in the relationship, couples can explore their desires and find areas of intimacy that they both enjoy.
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