Sex isn't Everything, It's Just a Part of Everything: Navigating Money Conversations in Partnership

In Episode 74 of The Partnership Podcast, Lauren and Trey dive into a recent challenging conversation about finances and explore how it led to an unexpected outcome. Lauren often says, "Sex isn't everything, it's just a part of everything," and this episode illustrates why.

The episode kicks off with a tense moment: after 24 hours of simmering frustration, Trey’s irritation with Lauren surfaces while they're waiting in line for coffee. They discuss the discomfort of sitting with unresolved issues and the resilience needed to navigate these rocky moments with compassion and curiosity. Despite the tension, they marvel at their ability to maintain kindness throughout the process.

Lauren and Trey introduce the powerful tool of "appreciation" and share insights from Emily Nagoski's new book, *COME TOGETHER*, which Lauren has been learning from. They explain how this tool and compassionate curiosity helped them bridge the gap in their communication and ultimately resolve their misunderstanding over a two-day period.

The episode takes an intimate turn as they describe how the resolution of their financial dispute led to some of the most passionate and primal sexual encounters they've ever experienced. They emphasize that if the conversation had gone differently, the quality of their sexual connection would not have been the same.

Trey closes out the episode with a powerful statement: "You don't fix the sex, you fix everything else, and the sex follows." Tune in to hear how Lauren and Trey turned financial friction into fiery connection and learn strategies for enhancing both your emotional and physical intimacy.

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Reminders: This is not a "how to" podcast, but rather a "how they" podcast. Please listen to our opinions and then come to your own! Learn from our mistakes or give our techniques a try! It’s all up to you. Lauren is NOT a therapist. She is a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator.

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